California's "Uber law" to affect far more than Uber
Proposed law could change the working lives of truckers, house cleaners, janitors and even freelance writers
Employment
Jobs grew by 130,000 in August but blue-collar gains slowed
Unemployment remained an ultra-low 3.7%, while private employers added less than 100,000 jobs last month
Labor Day celebrates workers, but not everyone's winning
Although unemployment is at a half-century low, the U.S. economy isn't rewarding all workers
The 25 best jobs in America for career advancement
Three industries stand out when it comes to finding work that offers opportunity for career advancement
Crying on the job? 8 in 10 workers say they've sobbed at work
Workplace weeping is a common experience, with almost half of workers blaming their boss or colleagues
Lowe's to lay off thousands of workers
Home improvement chain will outsource the positions to third-party vendors as it seeks to cut costs
Why hiring at "ambulatory" health clinics is surging
Americans are bypassing the ER and hospitals in favor of treatment at less costly ambulatory health centers
$15 minimum wage: Evidence that it won't mean lost jobs
A new study finds that a House bill hiking the federal base pay wouldn't result in significantly less employment
Lawsuits liken employer background checks to snooping
Companies from Amazon to Uber are accused in lawsuits of improperly conducting background checks on job applicants
Democratic candidates find an easy target in McDonald's pay
Demands for a $15 federal minimum wage and the right to organize are now popular among the party's White House hopefuls
Nevada job applicants can skip marijuana testing
The state legalized recreational cannabis in 2016 and now becomes the first to ban failing job applicants because of the substance
Clinging to coal: West Virginia's fight over green jobs
For generations, coal has been the backbone of West Virginia, until jobs were wiped out by the tens of thousands. While some are counting on promises made to bring coal back, a new generation is embracing the next opportunity: green energy. But in the nationwide race to dominate renewable power production, West Virginia's deeply rooted tensions and interests may leave its workers behind.
Restaurants and hotels have nearly 1 million job openings to fill
Scenes from a tight labor market: Employers boost pay and benefits -- and recruit beyond the traditional talent pool
Labor market still humming, as employers add 263,000 jobs
Government's latest employment report tops forecasts, although more people exited the work force in April
Bartenders saw biggest pay hike over the last year
Workers earning less than $40K a year are enjoying strong wage gains, while pay is lagging at some white-collar jobs
Golden Arches looks to hire those in their golden years
After years of billing itself as "America's best first job," McDonald's now plans to employ more senior citizens
Walmart accused of racial discrimination by warehouse workers with records
Nearly 200 African Americans lost their jobs due to background checks after the retailer took over a distribution center
Nearly 200,000 jobs added in March
Hiring in March bounced back from a dreary February with 196,000 jobs created and unemployment staying flat. Washington Post economic correspondent Heather Long joins CBSN to dive into the numbers.
U.S. economy added 196,000 jobs in March
The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics reported an upswing from anemic job growth in February with gains in health care and professional and technical services.
A jobs program that puts ex-convicts to work — and keeps them there
Getting Out and Staying Out helps young men reenter society by teaming with companies looking for good workers
McDonald's now OK with raising the minimum wage
Fast-food powerhouse wants to "advance, not impede" debate over hiking U.S. rate above $7.25 for first time in decade
Job growth in February slowed to just 20,000 new hires
Economists had expected 180,000 new jobs last month, but other signals suggest the labor market remains healthy
Oakland teachers strike ends with tentative deal
Public school teachers in Oakland have reached a tentative agreement to end an eight day strike. Jamie Yuccas explains.
Walmart keeping disabled greeters who were losing jobs
Retailer backtracks after public backlash against plans to eliminate people greeter jobs at 1,000 stores
Entire staffs quit at Sonic drive-ins in Ohio
"Due to terrible management the whole store has quit," reads goodbye note taped to door of restaurant near Columbus
live updates
Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Charlie Kirk's body flown on Air Force Two to Arizona
Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University Wednesday. His body was flown on Air Force Two to Arizona, where he lived with his family.
Alleged drug boat from Venezuela turning back when hit, sources say
The U.S. military strike killed 11 people who the Trump administration said were Tren de Aragua members. A Venezuelan official denied they were involved in the gang.
Trump admin. asks appeals court to allow firing of Lisa Cook before Fed meeting
The Trump administration wants an appeals court to lift a ruling that blocked President Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook before an interest rate meeting next week.
Lawmakers scale back outdoor events after Charlie Kirk assassination
Members of Congress are curtailing outdoor events and public appearances in the wake of the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.
Suspect in Trump assassination attempt forfeits opening statement at trial
Ryan Routh, who is representing himself, was warned by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon to stay on topic.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.