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Supreme Court reverses fraud convictions of Christie aides in NJ 'Bridgegate' scandal

The Supreme Court reversed the fraud convictions of two aides to former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie involved in the "Bridgegate" scandal.




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Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders and Ed Markey want to give Americans $2,000 a month during coronavirus crisis

The coronavirus relief bill from Harris, Sanders and Markey would give direct payments to people making up to $120,000, with $2,000 per child.




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Fiat Chrysler reports wider-than-expected loss on top and bottom lines

CNBC's Phil LeBeau reports Fiat Chrysler's latest quarterly earnings results.




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Former Ford CEO on what to expect from auto sales amid coronavirus pandemic

Mark Fields, senior advisor at TPG Capital and former CEO at Ford, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss how the auto market is weathering the Covid-19 pandemic.




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WHO says 'there can be no going back to business as usual' after coronavirus pandemic

WHO warned there can be "no going back to business as usual" following the coronavirus pandemic, which has upended economies and wreaked havoc on nearly every country.




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Charles Schwab to offer investors fractional trades of S&P 500 companies including Amazon and Apple

With Schwab Stock Slices, investors will be able to trade fractional shares of any S&P 500 company, including Amazon, Apple, Disney, Facebook and Netflix, starting at $5 each.




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How Tim Ferriss uses techniques from this ancient philosophy to handle Covid-19 stock market volatility, emotions

Investor and author Tim Ferriss said that he's struggled amid the Covid-19 pandemic. But there's a Stoic practice called "premeditation malorum" that has helped him sit with decisions in difficult times. Here's how to use it.




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Before the pandemic, Americans prioritized paying down debt—now experts say you may want to hold off

Before the coronavirus pandemic shut down many parts of the U.S. and put millions out of work, Americans held an average of $26,621 in personal debt, excluding mortgages. Many prioritized paying that off. But now, those feeling the impacts of the coronavirus may need to think twice about their priorities, financial planners say.




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These 3 Etsy shop owners have each sold hundreds of cloth face masks since the pandemic started

These three Etsy shop owners share what it's been like to sell protective face masks during the coronavirus pandemic.




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'Shark Tank': Why Mark Cuban called these founders 'the American Dream team' and gave them a 6-figure deal

"You guys are the American Dream team," billionaire investor Mark Cuban said to the UnbuckleMe founders on Wednesday's episode of ABC's "Shark Tank." "You're exactly why people watch this show, because they want to have that idea, they want to come on and be on that carpet."




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Online AP Exams start on Monday—here's what students and parents need to know

This year, some 3.4 million students are registered to take AP Exams online between May 11 and May 22.




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These 8 fast-growing jobs will be in demand after Covid-19—and can pay up to $136,000 per year

Experts expect these jobs will be in-demand and pay well in a post-coronavirus pandemic economy. From nurses to developers, here are eight to look for as the country recovers from the pandemic.




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Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg: Preventing burnout 'needs to be a priority'

A new survey suggests that women are experiencing physical symptoms of severe anxiety and burnout at up to twice the rate of men amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Here's what Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and Rachel Thomas, co-founder and CEO of LeanIn.Org, suggest companies do to provide support.




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What Gabrielle Union is eating during the pandemic: 'I just eat whatever brings me joy'

From cinnamon rolls to pies made with real butter, Gabrielle Union gave Katie Couric the rundown on what comfort foods she has turned to during the Covid-19 pandemic.




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Fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff has advice for small businesses struggling through the pandemic

As co-founder and creative director of her own fashion line, Rebecca Minkoff understands the current struggles small-business owners are now facing — especially women. Here's her advice on how to survive.




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Melinda Gates on US response to pandemic caregiving crisis: 'I'm disappointed in what I've been seeing'

Billionaire philanthropist Melinda Gates shares her thoughts about the U.S. response to coronavirus and why solving the current caregiving crisis is crucial.




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5 couples share how the pandemic has impacted their spending

Now that many people are self-isolating, spending habits have changed. Here, five couples share how their spending has changed since the pandemic hit.




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6 books and podcasts that will help married couples get their finances in order

Combining your finances with your partner as a married couple can be tricky. To help things go smoothly, check out these money podcasts and personal finances books that are specifically geared toward couples.




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Alphabet abandons plan to build smart city in Toronto

The project has been the focus of the Sidewalk Labs for the last few years, and would've been a demonstration of its vision to build "smart cities" around the world.




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Elon Musk says coronavirus pandemic is 'practice run' for future viruses

Musk has been a vocal critic of how government and health officials are reacting to the coronavirus pandemic that's killed at least 73,431 people in the United States.




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When will hospitals and doctors' offices be open for normal business again? Here's what health experts think

Hospitals are looking for ways to re-open their doors to patients in a way that limits their risk of exposure.




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Elon Musk: 'Too many smart people go into finance and law'

The CEO also addressed his plans to sell the majority of his physical possessions in an interview with Joe Rogan that aired Thursday.




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Facebook, YouTube and other platforms are struggling to remove new pandemic conspiracy video

Platforms including Facebook, Alphabet's YouTube, IAC's Vimeo and Twitter are struggling to stay ahead of the spread of the "Plandemic" conspiracy video, which contains claims that defy the advice of medical experts.




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Uber CEO says drivers should get health-care benefits based on how much they work, and Uber would pay for it

The suggestion comes as Uber faces mounting pressure to provide health-care and other protections for its workers during the pandemic.




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Oil and gas companies set to lose $1 trillion in revenues this year

The energy sector is shrinking so dramatically that it's become the second-smallest group in the whole S&P index.




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Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Tesla, Facebook, Dunkin' Brands, Boeing, Moderna & more

Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading.




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Feeding strawberries to cows: Farmers forced to throw fruit and flowers as coronavirus disrupts supplies

Farmers around the world are letting their crops rot in the fields as the coronavirus outbreak disrupts supply and demand for flowers, fruit and milk.




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Oil pares losses and jumps 3% as lockdowns ease

Oil prices pared losses to turn higher on Monday, despite worries that a global oil glut may persist even as coronavirus pandemic lockdowns start to ease and amid a fresh spat between the United States and China over the origin of the virus.




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Oil prices rise on demand prospects as lockdowns start to ease

Oil prices climbed in early trade on Tuesday, adding to gains in the previous session, on expectations that fuel demand will begin to pick up as some U.S. states and nations in Europe and Asia start to ease coronavirus lockdown measures.




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Oil reverses gains and turns negative as supply glut weighs

Oil moved between gains and losses on Wednesday amid hopes for a recovery in demand as some countries ease coronavirus lockdowns, while oversupply fears continued to weigh.




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Social-distancing measures look set to transform London's roads and sidewalks

More specific measures relating to the program will be published in next few weeks.




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World's largest ethanol producer forced to find a new market — hand sanitizer

POET, based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has re-engineered systems to make pharmaceutical grade hand sanitizer.




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The Masters and other major golf tournaments are postponed due to coronavirus

The 2020 Masters event has been postponed due to fears of coronavirus outbreak, Augusta National Golf Club chairman Fred Ridley announced on Friday.




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NFL players union approves new agreement that includes pay increases and extra regular season game

The National Football League Players Association has approved terms of a new 10-year collective bargaining agreement with NFL team owners.




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NBA and NHL say players can still travel after seasons suspended due to coronavirus

The NHL joined the NBA in allowing its players to travel outside of club cities as the coronavirus continues to halt the sports injdusty.




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Coronavirus could be the tipping point for movie theaters, gyms and other industries already suffering from disruption

Movie theaters, fitness centers, commercial real estate and pay TV could be among the industries that are vulnerable in prolonged quarantines.




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Tom Brady announces he will leave the New England Patriots

The superstar quarterback did not say where he will go next.




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Doctors and patients wonder if the NBA is getting special treatment with coronavirus tests

Sick patients are being turned away, unable to receive tests because they simply aren't available. In a stark contrast, the NBA said that as of Wednesday, at least eight teams had been tested for the COVID-19 coronavirus.




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Tom Brady and the Bucs: Pundits expect clashes in playing style and a test of team culture

The Tom Brady to Tampa Bay Buccaneers deal has yet to be compete, but some NFL pundits see both pros and cons to the partnership.




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Instagram announces new features for small businesses including gift cards, food orders and fundraisers

Starting Wednesday in the U.S. and Canada, Instagram users can tap on a gift card or food order to make a purchase through a company's site. Fundraisers created by a business or its supporter open on Facebook.




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Why Disney is furloughing workers and the other media giants aren't

Parks and Resorts is Disney's largest division, responsible for 35% of its revenue in 2019. That reliance on gathering large groups of people in public lies at the heart of Disney's challenges right now.Dis




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Online education company Coursera offers unemployed workers thousands of free courses

Unemployed workers are gaining free access to 3,800 courses created by elite universities and companies such as Amazon to learn skills and gain professional certificates for new job opportunities.




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Designers are now making fashion face masks and people can even buy a Billie Eilish one

A raft of fashion labels are now making non-medical masks to sell to consumers, including band t-shirt maker Bravado, which has made Rolling Stones, Queen and Ariana Grande versions.




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Kroger CEO: Customers will have meat during the coronavirus pandemic, so long as they are 'flexible'

The supermarket chain executive said Kroger is working with new meat suppliers and diverting meat that would have gone to restaurants to try to stay in stock.




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'Today's norm to tomorrow's everyday routines,' CVS CEO says the pandemic will change customers' shopping, health-care habits

The health-care company's chief executive, Larry Merlo, said trends that emerged during the pandemic, such as use of telemedicine and prescription delivery to the home, may continue to be popular.




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Luxury retailer Neiman Marcus files for bankruptcy as it struggles with debt and coronavirus fallout

The luxury department store chain had been struggling with competition from online rivals and dwindling cash before the pandemic.




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Kohl's CEO: Our real estate is an asset emerging from the coronavirus pandemic

Kohl's announced Thursday morning that it plans to have 25% of its stores reopened by next week.




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Trade groups representing PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble and others want guidance on factories from Pence

Trade groups representing the country's biggest consumer companies, including PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble and Clorox, wrote a letter to Vice President Mike Pence on Thursday urging federal guidance on how to safely manage their factory workers as states begin to reopen for business.




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The meat supply chain is broken. Here's why shortages are likely to last during the coronavirus pandemic

Challenges with the country's meat supply chain will likely linger as long as the coronavirus pandemic does causing periodic shortages.




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Amazon and Microsoft trade barbs over JEDI contract appeal

The JEDI, or Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure, deal worth up to $10 billion has become one of the most tangled contracts for the Department of Defense.