US jobless claims hit lowest level in 52 years amid seasonal volatility
U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 184,000 last week, the lowest since September 1969 — offering more evidence that the job market is recovering.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 184,000 last week, the lowest since September 1969 — offering more evidence that the job market is recovering.
Better.com CEO Vishal Garg apologizes for firing 900 employees over Zoom
Vishal Garg, the CEO of Better.com, apologized for failing to show “the appropriate amount of respect and appreciation” for employees reportedly laid off via Zoom.
Vishal Garg, the CEO of Better.com, apologized for failing to show “the appropriate amount of respect and appreciation” for employees reportedly laid off via Zoom.
US employers posted near-record 11 million open jobs in October
U.S. employers posted 11 million open jobs in October, nearly matching a record high reached in July and a sign that companies were confident enough in the economy to expand.
U.S. employers posted 11 million open jobs in October, nearly matching a record high reached in July and a sign that companies were confident enough in the economy to expand.
Family-owned Copper State Bolt & Nut Co. looks to hire employees, and to keep them happy
Copper State Bolt & Nut Co. has been around for fifty years, including in Phoenix, and the company hopes to hire more employees who stick around for a while.
Copper State Bolt & Nut Co. has been around for fifty years, including in Phoenix, and the company hopes to hire more employees who stick around for a while.
November jobs report: US employers added a sluggish 210,000 jobs
U.S. employers slowed the pace of their hiring in November, adding 210,000 jobs, as the economy contends with inflation and shortages.
U.S. employers slowed the pace of their hiring in November, adding 210,000 jobs, as the economy contends with inflation and shortages.
HMSHost: Sky Harbor Airport concession workers, baristas end 10-day strike
Officials with HMSHost, a vendor that operates many of the restaurants and coffee shops inside the terminals, say workers with the Unite Here Local 11 union have gone on strike. The union had been in negotiations with the company since 2017.
Officials with HMSHost, a vendor that operates many of the restaurants and coffee shops inside the terminals, say workers with the Unite Here Local 11 union have gone on strike. The union had been in negotiations with the company since 2017.
US unemployment claims rise by 28,000, but still low at 222,000
U.S. unemployment claims climbed by 28,000 last week to 222,000, even though the U.S. job market has been rebounding from the coronavirus recession.
U.S. unemployment claims climbed by 28,000 last week to 222,000, even though the U.S. job market has been rebounding from the coronavirus recession.
Unemployment benefits claims hit 52-year low after seasonal adjustments
Seasonal adjustments around the Thanksgiving holiday contributed significantly to the bigger-than-expected drop. Unadjusted, claims actually ticked up by more than 18,000 to nearly 259,000.
Seasonal adjustments around the Thanksgiving holiday contributed significantly to the bigger-than-expected drop. Unadjusted, claims actually ticked up by more than 18,000 to nearly 259,000.
US unemployment claims drop seventh straight week to 268,000
U.S. jobless claims dipped by 1,000 last week from the week before to a pandemic low of 268,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.
U.S. jobless claims dipped by 1,000 last week from the week before to a pandemic low of 268,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.
Worker shortage plagues Gilbert coffee shop
Grabbing a morning cup of coffee is a ritual of sorts for many, but on Monday, a coffee shop in Gilbert had to close down for the morning shift because they did not have enough staff members on duty.
Grabbing a morning cup of coffee is a ritual of sorts for many, but on Monday, a coffee shop in Gilbert had to close down for the morning shift because they did not have enough staff members on duty.
Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage
There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.
There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.
Americans quit jobs at record pace in September for 2nd straight month
The Labor Department said Friday that 4.4 million people quit their jobs in September, or about 3% of the nation's workforce.
The Labor Department said Friday that 4.4 million people quit their jobs in September, or about 3% of the nation's workforce.
Gilbert coffee shop struggles to find workers
Sweetz Cold Brew Company in Gilbert is having a hard time finding enough employees to stay open during their regular hours. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.
Sweetz Cold Brew Company in Gilbert is having a hard time finding enough employees to stay open during their regular hours. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.
Hurricane Ida recovery delayed by shortage of skilled workers
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics finds the number of trade laborers has dropped since 2018
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics finds the number of trade laborers has dropped since 2018
Unemployment claims drop to 267,000, a new pandemic low
Jobless claims fell by 4,000 last week, the Labor Department reported Wednesday.
Jobless claims fell by 4,000 last week, the Labor Department reported Wednesday.
Phoenix PD recruiting out of state, offering signing bonuses amid officer shortage
Recruiters are heading to Ohio this weekend to find applicants and are offering a $7,500 signing bonus. But they are competing with other departments who are offering more money.
Recruiters are heading to Ohio this weekend to find applicants and are offering a $7,500 signing bonus. But they are competing with other departments who are offering more money.
City of Phoenix hopes its 'mobile career unit' can win Global Mayors Challenge honor
The City of Phoenix is among 50 cities in this year's Bloomberg Global Mayors Challenge, with an idea that aims to connect employers and job seekers.
The City of Phoenix is among 50 cities in this year's Bloomberg Global Mayors Challenge, with an idea that aims to connect employers and job seekers.
October jobs report: US hiring rebounds with 531,000 jobs added
The October 2021 U.S. jobs report showed employers stepped up their hiring, adding a solid 531,000 jobs — the most since July.
The October 2021 U.S. jobs report showed employers stepped up their hiring, adding a solid 531,000 jobs — the most since July.
Amazon to pay back nearly $60M in withheld tips to Flex drivers, FTC says
Amazon Flex drivers are part of Amazon’s Flex business which allows people to deliver Amazon packages in their own cars.
Amazon Flex drivers are part of Amazon’s Flex business which allows people to deliver Amazon packages in their own cars.
West Hollywood approves highest minimum wage in country at $17.64 an hour
West Hollywood city leaders voted to approve the highest minimum wage in the country late Wednesday night.
West Hollywood city leaders voted to approve the highest minimum wage in the country late Wednesday night.