US jobless claims fall for 3rd straight week as economy strengthens

U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 375,000, near a pandemic low and another sign of strength for a rebounding economy and job market.

McDonald’s to require COVID-19 vaccines for all US-based staff

“Getting vaccinated remains the single most effective thing we can do to protect ourselves and our communities,” an internal note obtained by FOX Television Stations stated.

Someone set fire to homeless man's truck in Oakland after he shared his EDD woes

Hours after Sirmac Javius shared his painful experience of homelessness after he hasn't received an unemployment check for over a year to KTVU on Friday, someone set fire to his 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.

California EDD delays push East Bay man into homelessness

Sirmac Jarvius was working as an apprentice barber in East Oakland before the pandemic hit. When he lost his job, he turned to the California EDD for help. Fourteen months later, he's still waiting to receive his first payment.

Greyhound looking to hire drivers in Phoenix

Greyhound transportation is looking to hire drivers in Phoenix that live within two hours of a designated bus station or agency.

US unemployment claims drop by 14,000 to 385,000

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 385,000. The applications have mostly fallen steadily since early January.

Valley businesses experiencing employee shortage amid COVID-19 surge

Feeling the pandemic's impact, Toasted Mallow in the East Valley keeps its door closed some days because it doesn't have enough staff.

Napa winery's viral job description sounds 'cult like' to some

Dry Farm Winery's job posting for a loyalty coordinator may seem "cult-like" for some. People who know the industry are not surprised at all.

Restaurant, hospitality workers quit at record rates amid COVID-19 pandemic

According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers have been leaving their jobs at restaurants and hotels at the highest rate in decades.

US unemployment claims down 24,000 to 400,000 as economy recovers

U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.

Tempe takes new approach to getting people working again with 'job monsoon'

The city of Tempe is using a "job monsoon" approach to getting people working again after the COVID-19 pandemic left many businesses short-staffed.

Delta Air Lines hiring 5,000 workers during COVID-19 rebound

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines says business is soaring post-lockdown, and the company is hiring thousands of workers to keep up with demand.

US unemployment claims rise to 419,000 from a pandemic low

The number of jobless claims increased last week to 419,000, the most in two months, from a pandemic low of 368,000 during the previous week.