Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont joins "Squawk Box" to discuss the state's coronavirus mitigation measures and vaccine preparations.
As coronavirus cases surge across the U.S., states put new restrictions in place. The national seven-day average of daily new infections now stands at 161,165, according to a CNBC analysis of John Hopkins data. That's 26 percent higher than a week ago.
Connecticut is seeing six percent of cases resulting in hospitalization, up from one percent in mid-October. Ned Lamont, Connecticut Governor, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the surge of coronavirus cases, the restrictions he is considering as well as those he's already added.
The U.S. is now reporting an average of more than 120,000 new Covid-19 cases a day. Cases are also rising at a faster pace, with a roughly 33 percent jump in the seven-day average over the past week, according to a CNBC analysis of data compiled by Johns Hopkins University.
Seaweed is used in more than just sushi. It can be found in almond milk, baby food and lotion. Kelp is used in medicine, animal feed, fertilizer and even as a biofuel. That's why the commercial seaweed market size could surpass $85 billion by 2026, according to Global Market Insights. Seaweed farmer Bren Smith says all one needs to start in the business is $20,000, twenty acres and a boat, and that investment in a single seaweed farm can net up to $90,000 to $120,000 per year. Here's why the global demand in seaweed is expected to boom in the coming years.
Shawn Wooden, Connecticut state treasurer, joins "Squawk on the Street" to discuss the economic recovery, stock markets and more.
Governors from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut held a press conference today to announce a new travel advisory that requires a 14-day quarantine for travelers coming from coronavirus hotspots. The goal is to stop a return of the virus in the tri-state area, as the three states continue their phased reopenings.
Shawn Wooden, state treasurer of Connecticut, joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss the state's budget.
CNBC's "Halftime Report" team is joined by Jim Cramer to break down stock moves as the markets tumble on virus worries.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces a new 14-day quarantine for travelers coming from coronavirus hotspots. CNBC's Contessa Brewer discusses with the "Squawk on the Street" team.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday New York state will reopen its beaches, including local beaches and lakeshores, for Memorial Day weekend in coordination with New Jersey, Connecticut and Delaware.