CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger said that as those stimulus checks arrive, it is essential for women struggling to save the money or use it for essentials. Source

With shoppers expected to spend about $100 more this holiday season than last year, sales are set to be five percent above the national average. Mireya Villarreal reports. Source

Data firm Planalytics estimates apparel retailers have lost over $400 million in sales due to the recent string of warm weather. But other businesses are booming thanks to the wacky temperatures. Anna Werner reports. Source

Since the coronavirus ​pandemic started, an estimated 3 million students have not attended school classes. Source

The high in New York hit 72 degrees on Christmas Eve, just three degrees cooler than the high on July 4th. Eric Fisher, chief meteorologist at CBS Boston, explains the warm weather heating up the Northeast. Source

Beatles songs will be available for streaming on several services beginning on Thursday. “Rolling Stone” contributor Joe Levy joins CBSN’s Carolyn Costello to discuss the business behind the move. Source

Reality star Teresa Giudice is out of prison and will serve the remainder of her sentence under house arrest. CBS News Justice Reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with more on the case. Source

Prince William, who had been due to attend and make a speech in his role as president of Britain’s film academy, was absent following the death of his grandfather. Source

The country singer tells CBS News’ Lauren Moraski about his latest album and the inspiration behind it. Source

The former “Celebrity Apprentice” contestant weighs in on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in an interview with CBS News’ Lauren Moraski from November 5, 2015. Source