US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge
U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.
Starbucks to raise menu prices to offset inflation
The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.
Home Depot to hire over 100,000 employees in spring hiring blitz
Home Depot is planning to hire more than 100,000 employees ahead of the spring season.
National debt tops $30 trillion
Treasury Department data shows new milestone as government spending continues to soar
Valentine's Day 2022: Spending expected to near $24B
More than half of U.S. consumers are planning to celebrate Valentine's Day despite rising inflation.
‘I needed job satisfaction’: Frustrated nurse quits job, becomes truck driver
Leah Gorham said staff shortages, an assault and lack of advancement led her to leave the nursing industry and hit the open road.
North Texas restaurants dealing with low staff, supplies during omicron surge
Restaurants are still feeling the pain from staffing and product shortages during this ongoing COVID-19 surge. One Fort Worth restaurant owner says he had to close down right before New Year’s Eve because he didn't have staff. He’s still struggling to find ingredients for certain menu items and supplies.
Downtown Dallas businesses continuing to bounce back from COVID-19 pandemic
After the COVID-19 pandemic caused a number of business closures and took away business traffic in Downtown Dallas, things are starting to turn back around.
Families adjusting after child tax credit program ends
Experts say the end of the child tax credit checks will make things difficult for the parents who have come to rely on the money as part of their budget.
Dallas hires workforce czar to find better jobs for people
They are calling her the Dallas jobs czar. Lynn McBee is taking on a big task -- finding better jobs for people who are unemployed or underemployed.
Inflation surges in December to highest rate since 1982
Prices paid by U.S. consumers jumped 7% in December from a year earlier, the highest inflation rate since 1982 and the latest evidence that rising costs for food, rent and other necessities are heightening the financial pressures on America's households.
Arizona CEO's answer to 'Great Resignation' is offering $5K bonuses for new hires to quit
Chris Ronzio, CEO of software company Trainual, is offering a $5,000 bonus for new hires to quit after just two weeks into their new jobs.
Kellogg strike ends after employees approve new labor contract
Kellogg said Tuesday that the new contract provides immediate, across the board wage increases and enhanced benefits for all.
Hobby Lobby raises minimum wage to $18.50 an hour
Hobby Lobby workers will be getting a raise to ring in the new year. The craft store chain announced it will raise its minimum full-time hourly wage to $18.50, effective January 1, 2022.
US consumer inflation rate up 6.8% in past year, highest since 1982
Prices for U.S. consumers jumped 6.8% in November compared with a year earlier, the highest annual inflation rate in 39 years.
Gas prices projected to go down starting in 2022
The federal government said help is on the way, projecting people will spend less at the gas station in 2022.
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.
Debt ceiling: House passes bill paving way for increase ahead of deadline
The House passed a bill that will allow the Senate to raise the U.S. debt limit with a Democrats’ only majority vote, as the deadline draws near.
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.
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.