Job openings unexpectedly rose in December to 11 million
American labor market remains hot despite the Federal Reserve's efforts to cool it down.
Employment
Facing a stigma, many ex-convicts in the U.S. struggle to find work
More than 19 million Americans have a felony conviction on their permanent record.
Unemployed men create economy ripple effects
Around seven million men in their prime working age neither have jobs nor are looking for one, creating a huge hole in the labor market and costing businesses in male-dominated fields like manufacturing millions of dollars. Tony Dokoupil talks to "Dirty Jobs" host Mike Rowe and the CEO of a manufacturing company about the reasons behind this phenomenon.
Looking to get hired? These are the best months to try.
U.S. employers typically finish their annual budgets in January and start advertising for open roles soon thereafter.
Hiring boost for job-seekers this winter
If you're looking for a job or a boost in your career, experts say January and February are the best months to do it. Daniel Zhao, lead economist with Glassdoor, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss why and if a looming recession should cause alarm.
Among quiet quitters, highly paid men lead the exodus
College-educated men are secure in their jobs and in demand in the workplace, allowing them to cut their hours.
Why millions of men have left the workforce
A large number of American men between 25 and 54 years old are not working or even looking for work.
Here are the top places to work, according to their employees
Companies offering flexibility and a healthy work-life balance score high with workers, new Glassdoor ranking shows.
U.S. added 223,000 jobs in December, capping off strong 2022
Hiring was stronger than economists had forecast, while the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%.
Here's what to look for in the last U.S. jobs report of 2022
Policymakers are looking for signs the red-hot hiring market has slowed down, but will hope to avoid a crash.
Company threatened $100K fine if workers joined a rival: Feds
Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on coercive employment agreements that keep workers bound to their jobs.
Workers quit at higher rate in November, while openings stayed high
The job market remains strong — a good sign for workers but a blow to the Fed's efforts to cool inflation.
The most important economic questions of 2023
Will inflation finally relent? Is your job safe as recession looms? Here's what to expect from the U.S. economy this year.
Some employers offer largest raises in years
Employers are, on average, offering their highest raises in decades as they look to hold on to employees who might otherwise switch companies or jobs for a salary boost. Wall Street Journal reporter Gabriel Rubin joins "CBS News Mornings" to break down how salaries compare for workers who are staying put versus those who are jumping ship.
Snowplow driver shortage threatens states from Oregon to Ohio
Low wages and a tight labor market are blamed for a shortfall in plow operators in states from Oregon to Ohio.
Americans are taking more control over their work lives – because they have to
In "career portfolioing," people assemble different income sources to have some independence from employers who offer little security.
Here's how much pay Americans say they'd need to switch jobs
The minimum salary people want has risen to 8-year high, reflecting a hot job market and high cost of living, a survey says.
Olive Garden manager out of a job after time-off tirade
Workers at Italian chain's restaurant in Overland Park, Kansas, were told to "look for another job" if they call out sick.
Fewer middle-aged men in the job market
Employment rates have rebounded since the pandemic recession, Labor Department data shows, but one group is lagging behind: men aged 35 to 44. New York Times reporter Jeanna Smialek discusses the reasons why.
Hiring stayed strong in November, with 263,000 jobs added
The job market remains surprisingly resilient despite the Federal Reserve's attempts to weaken it.
Stock market mixed after strong hiring data fans inflation worries
Stronger-than-expected wage data raised expectations Fed hikes will be more aggressive to get inflation under control.
The labor force is shrinking. Here's what's sidelining workers.
More people are unable to work due to sickness than a year ago, with retirement and child care issues adding to the problem.
CNN to lay off staffers this week amid changes at the network
Network CEO Chris Licht sent an email to staffers saying this week's cuts "will be a difficult time for everyone."
Job openings and hires dipped in October as economy cooled
Businesses become slightly less desperate for workers, but there are still 10.3 million open jobs.
United Furniture sued after firing 2,700 workers in the night
An attorney for the workers wants the company to provide 60 days of back pay and benefits.
Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria, escalates claim of Christian persecution
For a second-straight day Saturday, President Trump accused the Nigerian government of not doing enough to prevent the killings of Christians.
British police say at least 10 wounded in stabbing attack on train near Cambridge
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the stabbing attack, British police said.
Dodgers win World Series, defeat Blue Jays in Game 7 classic
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
Uncertainty over federal food aid rises as shutdown fight continues
Rulings by two federal judges eased pressure on SNAP benefits, although President Trump said payments are likely to be delayed.
Syrian leader to meet Trump at White House this month, U.S. envoy says
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., on Nov. 10, Tom Barrack, the U.S. envoy to Syria and U.S. ambassador to Turkey, confirmed.
Obama, Mamdani talk as Election Day approaches in New York City mayor's race
Zohran Mamdani is viewed as the leading candidate to become the next mayor of New York City, even as the contest has divided the normal partisan lines between Republicans and Democrats.
2 suspects sought in intentional explosion at Harvard Medical School building
Police say an explosion inside a building on the Harvard Medical School campus in Boston early Saturday morning appears to have been an intentional act.
Canadian prime minister says he apologized to Trump over anti-tariff ad
Prime Minister Mark Carney also told Ontario's Premier Doug Ford not to run the ad.
Rep. Nancy Mace cursed and berated airport police, incident report says
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace was flying out of Charleston International Airport on Thursday when the incident occurred.