Unemployment rate among Black Americans jumped in March, contrasting overall trends
The unemployment rate among Black Americans jumped in March, according to data released Friday by the Department of Labor. Black…
Job gains expected again in March. Here are all the things to look for in Friday’s report
The March nonfarm payrolls count likely will indicate hiring continuing at a solid pace, though some weakening foundations of the…
Biden says U.S. economy is world’s best. Trump calls it a ‘cesspool.’ Data is clear.
President Joe Biden is fighting to convince inflation-weary voters that the U.S. economy is healthy. “America has the best economy…
SpaceX hit with new NLRB complaint over severance agreements, dispute resolution rules
The National Labor Relations Board accused SpaceX in a new complaint of entering into unlawful severance agreements with terminated employees…
Democrats cite AI gains and automation in Senate bill calling for 32-hour workweek
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Senate Democrats cited advances in artificial intelligence and automation Thursday in their argument for a bill…
Biden wants to hire 2,000 air traffic controllers in 2025
The Biden administration said Monday it is seeking funding from Congress to hire another 2,000 air traffic controllers in the…
Unemployment fell for Black women in February as more joined the labor force
Unemployment among Black women fell in February as the number of those looking for work increased, data released Friday by…
Congressional leaders strike partial budget deal, avert weekend government shutdown
Top congressional leaders on Capitol Hill struck a partial budget deal to temporarily avert a government shutdown on Wednesday. Leaders…
For Black workers, progress in the workplace but still a high hill to climb
Looking at the state of Black employment in America tells a mixed story: Much progress has been made in the…
Fed Governor Kugler backs caution on rates; Kashkari expects only two or three cuts
Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said Wednesday inflation is showing solid signs of slowing down, but she is not ready…
