U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.1% with 206,000 jobs added in June
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Fathers earned 31% more in annual wages than mothers in 2023, study finds
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
AZ students learn about healthcare professions
Some Valley students are spending their summer learning about a possible career path in healthcare. This comes at a time when healthcare professionals are desperately needed in our state. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more from Midwestern University.
Some Valley students are spending their summer learning about a possible career path in healthcare. This comes at a time when healthcare professionals are desperately needed in our state. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more from Midwestern University.
Arizona unemployment numbers at a record low
Unemployment numbers in Arizona are at a record low, according to a new report. The unemployment rate in May dropped from 3.6% to 3.4%, says the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity?s latest report. This is the lowest level seen in our state since the department began measuring unemployment in 1976.
Unemployment numbers in Arizona are at a record low, according to a new report. The unemployment rate in May dropped from 3.6% to 3.4%, says the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity?s latest report. This is the lowest level seen in our state since the department began measuring unemployment in 1976.
Which college degrees can land you a job in 2024?
As the new academic year approaches, many college students are undecided about their majors, considering factors like job opportunities. A study by UTS Online identifies the most and least employable degrees in the United States.
As the new academic year approaches, many college students are undecided about their majors, considering factors like job opportunities. A study by UTS Online identifies the most and least employable degrees in the United States.
Half of Americans work while on vacation, and feel guilty for taking one
Experts weigh in on why many American workers cannot unplug from their job.
Experts weigh in on why many American workers cannot unplug from their job.
Two bills could change how tipped workers are paid
There are two bills making their way to the November ballot that would change the way tipped workers get paid and in turn how business owners pay their tipped employees. FOX 10's Brian Webb has more.
There are two bills making their way to the November ballot that would change the way tipped workers get paid and in turn how business owners pay their tipped employees. FOX 10's Brian Webb has more.
Waffle House will raise wages for tipped workers amid labor advocacy efforts
Waffle House is increasing pay for its U.S. workers - and menu prices are going up.
Waffle House is increasing pay for its U.S. workers - and menu prices are going up.
These are the industries with the happiest hourly workers, according to survey
Many hourly employees report feeling happy in their daily grind – depending on what kind of shift work they do and even where they live.
Many hourly employees report feeling happy in their daily grind – depending on what kind of shift work they do and even where they live.
Skilled workers are in demand: These trade jobs pay the most
Demand for skilled workers is driving up salaries in trade jobs — here are the ones that pay the best.
Demand for skilled workers is driving up salaries in trade jobs — here are the ones that pay the best.
$85K to smoke weed and roll blunts? One Bay Area company is hiring
Smoakland is looking for a cannabis tester and blunt roller, and the company is offering a pretty penny for the role.
Smoakland is looking for a cannabis tester and blunt roller, and the company is offering a pretty penny for the role.
Here's who's hiring teens this summer – and which jobs pay the most
Young workers account for about a third of all new hires each June. Here's which jobs hire the most teens – and which ones pay the most.
Young workers account for about a third of all new hires each June. Here's which jobs hire the most teens – and which ones pay the most.
Majority of employment growth since COVID-19 goes to immigrants, report finds
A report finds that immigrants accounted for most of U.S. job growth since 2019, while employment growth for U.S.-born workers declined.
A report finds that immigrants accounted for most of U.S. job growth since 2019, while employment growth for U.S.-born workers declined.
U.S. economy adds 272,000 jobs in May, but unemployment rate rises to 4%
The latest reports show companies hiring more people in May than anticipated, despite continuing inflation and high interest rates. While the economy is still growing, there are ongoing concerns.
The latest reports show companies hiring more people in May than anticipated, despite continuing inflation and high interest rates. While the economy is still growing, there are ongoing concerns.
22% of retirement-age Americans are still working; these states have the most
Despite the number of Americans who are 65 and older decreasing from 2022 to 2024, it’s still double what it used to be almost 40 years ago.
Despite the number of Americans who are 65 and older decreasing from 2022 to 2024, it’s still double what it used to be almost 40 years ago.
What are Summer Fridays? Experts say this workplace perk is on the decline
Summer Fridays were once seen as an easy and popular way to boost employee morale. So why are they seemingly on the decline?
Summer Fridays were once seen as an easy and popular way to boost employee morale. So why are they seemingly on the decline?
You could earn real money working at IKEA's new virtual store in Roblox
IKEA is accepting applications for the new roles today through Sunday, June 16.
IKEA is accepting applications for the new roles today through Sunday, June 16.
States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Tech company with 'whites only' job ad settles discrimination claims
Arthur Grand Technologies, a tech company in Ashburn, Virginia, will pay a $38,500 settlement after posting a job ad in March 2023 seeking "Only Born US Citizens (White)."
Arthur Grand Technologies, a tech company in Ashburn, Virginia, will pay a $38,500 settlement after posting a job ad in March 2023 seeking "Only Born US Citizens (White)."
What is 'busy bragging'? Why your colleagues might not enjoy working with you
A recent study found that "busy braggers" had negatives impacts on the workplace and were perceived as less competent by coworkers.
A recent study found that "busy braggers" had negatives impacts on the workplace and were perceived as less competent by coworkers.