Unemployment claims rose slightly, remain historically low
The U.S. Department of Labor released the number of Americans who applied for unemployment last week. The number of claims rose slightly, but it remains historically low.
US Steel sold for over $14 billion to Nippon Steel
U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh steel producer that played a key role in the nation's industrialization, is being acquired by Nippon Steel in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $14.1 billion.
‘Bridge to Construction’ apprenticeship program aims to build careers for Chicago residents
Plumbers, electricians and bricklayers are all good union jobs in Chicago, but they're hard to get. Now, a new program hopes to make a difference.
‘Bridge to Construction’ apprenticeship program aims to build careers for Chicago residents
Plumbers, electricians and bricklayers are all good union jobs in Chicago, but they're hard to get. Now, a new program hopes to make a difference.
Chicago Park District launches early lifeguard recruitment drive amid staffing concerns
The Chicago Park District is proactively addressing potential staffing shortages for the upcoming beach and pool season by launching an early recruitment drive for lifeguards.
US Steel stuns Illinois town with plans for hundreds of firings
U.S. Steel issued layoff warnings to 1,000 employees of its Granite City, Illinois, mill this week, saying they expect to fire 60% of them due to indefinite idling of iron and steelmaking operations at the facility.
Fire departments across US face staffing shortages
Fire departments across the nation are facing staffing shortages. Staffing, dating back to 2020, is the lowest in three decades.
ComEd seeks Energy Ambassadors to empower communities
Ideal candidates are individuals with a passion for community engagement, a willingness to learn, and a developmental disability.
ComEd seeks Energy Ambassadors to empower communities
Ideal candidates are individuals with a passion for community engagement, a willingness to learn, and a developmental disability.
Working in-person costs employees $51 a day over remote work, survey finds
Employees in the U.S. who have returned to the office full time are paying a lot to be there, a new study says.
Dream job? Company will pay you to make your bed every day
Jewelry company Shane Co. will award someone $1,000 to someone who can commit to making their bed daily for 30 days.
Job market remains fairly strong despite economic uncertainty
Unemployment is at 3.9%, .1% higher than it was in September. Economists say the UAW strike against Detroit's Big 3 automakers were partly to blame for the slump. Those strikes ended this week with tentative deals.
This company wants to pay you $2,000 to play 'The Sims'
This promotion would make even Bob Pancakes raise an eyebrow.
UAW contract with Stellantis unveiled: Belvidere plant to reopen
Details of the newly unveiled United Auto Workers contract with Stellantis were disclosed on Thursday night.
UAW contract with Stellantis unveiled: Belvidere plant to reopen
Details of the newly unveiled United Auto Workers contract with Stellantis were disclosed on Thursday night.
UPS 'Brown Friday' hiring event
UPS plans to hire tens of thousands of workers across the country for the holiday season. The delivery service is getting ready to hold its annual job fair tomorrow in many cities, including the Chicago area.
How to find balance between your job and your side hustle
Jemal King, aka The 9-to-5 Millionaire, dishes out tips for entrepreneurs looking to expand their side hustle while holding down a full-time job.
Illinois stands to gain thousands of jobs and more in General Motors-UAW tentative deal
One of the outcomes of these agreements is the reopening of the Belvidere plant in Illinois, which was closed eight months ago.
MacKenzie Scott's foundation donates $5M to Skills for Chicagoland's Future
"Skills for Chicagoland's Future" is a Chicago non-profit organization with a mission to connect qualified individuals with quality job opportunities.
Illinois stands to gain thousands of jobs and more in General Motors-UAW tentative deal
One of the outcomes of these agreements is the reopening of the Belvidere plant in Illinois, which was closed eight months ago.