Job market shows warning signs as AI fuels economic uncertainty
New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.
New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee hiring more than 3,000 workers: How to apply
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is gearing up for its 2026 season with a major hiring push, and some jobs start at $19 an hour. Here's how to apply.
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is gearing up for its 2026 season with a major hiring push, and some jobs start at $19 an hour. Here's how to apply.
2026 layoffs: List of companies cutting jobs this year
More than 100 companies are set to layoff workers in 2026.
More than 100 companies are set to layoff workers in 2026.
Planters looking for NUTmobile drivers - How to apply
Planters is looking for Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.
Planters is looking for Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.
Dow to cut over 4,000 jobs as company shifts focus to AI
Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.
Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.
Jobs Report sends mixed signals: What to know | ChicagoLIVE
The latest jobs report is sending mixed signals about the U.S. economy. Stephen Kates, former analyst with Bankrate, breaks down what the numbers mean.
The latest jobs report is sending mixed signals about the U.S. economy. Stephen Kates, former analyst with Bankrate, breaks down what the numbers mean.
U.S. job cuts fell in December but rose overall in 2025, report says | ChicagoLIVE
A new report shows U.S. employers announced fewer layoffs in December, even as total job cuts for 2025 climbed to their highest level since 2020.
A new report shows U.S. employers announced fewer layoffs in December, even as total job cuts for 2025 climbed to their highest level since 2020.
Obama Presidential Center looks to hire 150 full-time employees
Former President Obama is calling on Chicago residents to join the team behind the new South Side Presidential Center.
Former President Obama is calling on Chicago residents to join the team behind the new South Side Presidential Center.
Obama Presidential Center looks to hire 150 full-time employees with focus on Chicago residents
Former President Obama is calling on Chicago residents to join the team behind the new South Side Presidential Center.
Former President Obama is calling on Chicago residents to join the team behind the new South Side Presidential Center.
Trump doubles down on tariffs despite declining manufacturing
The economy keeps shedding manufacturing jobs as President Trump doubles down on his tariff policies.
The economy keeps shedding manufacturing jobs as President Trump doubles down on his tariff policies.
Risk of cuts to Chicago summer jobs in budget | ChicagoLIVE
The Chicago City Council is debating how to pass its 2026 budget and youth summer jobs might be at risk with potential cuts to funding.
The Chicago City Council is debating how to pass its 2026 budget and youth summer jobs might be at risk with potential cuts to funding.
More than 5,000 youth summer jobs at risk under proposed budget cuts
Community members are voicing concern at City Hall as a proposed budget move threatens thousands of youth summer job opportunities.
Community members are voicing concern at City Hall as a proposed budget move threatens thousands of youth summer job opportunities.
Private sector unexpectedly lost 32,000 jobs in November, ADP says
Companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday.
Companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday.
Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping, survey says | ChicagoLIVE
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
US jobs report shows promise despite pessimistic outlook
The newest jobs report is finally out and despite the delay, the U.S. added a lot more jobs than expected. It shows U.S. employers added 119,000 jobs, more than double what economists initially projected.
The newest jobs report is finally out and despite the delay, the U.S. added a lot more jobs than expected. It shows U.S. employers added 119,000 jobs, more than double what economists initially projected.
Report shows remote, hybrid jobs are here to stay as employers see lower turnover
A new Chicago Tribune report finds that companies embracing work-from-home options experience less turnover, as experts break down the benefits, challenges, and future of remote work.
A new Chicago Tribune report finds that companies embracing work-from-home options experience less turnover, as experts break down the benefits, challenges, and future of remote work.
Delayed September jobs report shows US added surprising 119K jobs: What to know
The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.
The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.
Homeland Security: ICE has received more than 200,000 job applications
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has received more than 200,000 job applications.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has received more than 200,000 job applications.
Top 10 highest paying blue collar jobs | ChicagoNOW
Two in five Genz-ers are looking for blue collar jobs. But, which ones should they be aiming for? ChicagoNOW hosts Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus break down the top 10 highest paying blue collar jobs.
Two in five Genz-ers are looking for blue collar jobs. But, which ones should they be aiming for? ChicagoNOW hosts Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus break down the top 10 highest paying blue collar jobs.
Chicago café helps homeless veterans rebuild their lives one cup at a time
With more than 32,000 veterans facing homelessness, Veteran Roasters Café is brewing up hope — offering jobs, community, and a fresh start to those who served.
With more than 32,000 veterans facing homelessness, Veteran Roasters Café is brewing up hope — offering jobs, community, and a fresh start to those who served.