Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.
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Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.
The latest labor market data comes less than two weeks ahead of the Federal Reserve's decision on whether to cut interest rates.
Monthly data from the Labor Department bolsters the case for the Fed to start lowering borrowing costs in September.
A new survey from Resume Builder suggests that some employers have masked the true reason why layoffs took place.
U.S. unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.9% in April, continuing a stretch of remaining under 4% for 27 months.
Wall Street is closely watching the jobs report and next week's inflation data to predict when the Fed might cut rates.
The best employers get high ratings for attributes like pay, benefits and values, and range from tech firms to fast-food chain In-N-Out Burger.
Hiring sped up last month, showing the job market remains resilient despite high inflation and borrowing costs.
Employers added 236,000 jobs last month, and the nation's unemployment rate fell to 3.5%.
Plentiful job listings show an overheated hiring market — but many are duplicates or fake, say economists and recruiters.
A large trial of a 4-day workweek in the U.K. led to more employee happiness, less burnout and higher company revenues.
The home-improvement store said it is investing $1 billion in pay raises for its employees.
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
The job market remains strong — a good sign for workers but a blow to the Fed's efforts to cool inflation.
If you're among the growing number of workers getting laid off, it's vital to know your rights — and what mistakes to avoid.
Pandemic has frayed relationship between employees and bosses, leading to greater disengagement at work, survey suggests.
More than a third of metro Denver's jobs are located farther than 10 miles from downtown, but that's still better than the national rate of urban "job sprawl," says a report issued Thursday.
The Colorado legislature is considering a bill that would make it illegal for employers to use credit history against a job applicant.
Small business lender On Deck Capital is expanding into the Rocky Mountain region.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment released new jobs numbers Monday that show an upward revision of previous figures, saying the new calculations will more accurately reflect the employment situation statewide.
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Many job seekers halt their search during the holidays. One Denver jobs expert says it's actually a good time for job seekers to kick it up a notch.
Those who are discouraged in their job hunt, take note. Employers in five industries in Colorado say they can't find enough people to hire.
If you are someone who is discouraged in your job hunt, take note. Employers in five industries in Colorado say they can't find enough people to hire.
State lawmakers are debating a bill that will affect Coloradans who have ever been arrested. Even if charges are dropped they may appear on the Colorado Bureau of Investigation background check website, which is used by potential employers, landlords and others.
First Alert Weather Days now stretch through Saturday because of more heavy snow on the way.
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
Starting on Jan. 6, 2025, Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure will move to an every-other-week recycling collection and move large item pickup from every four weeks to every nine weeks.
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
Investigators said that Manuel Humberto Carreon Mendez made a threat directed at the high school on Wednesday morning.
First Alert Weather Days now stretch through Saturday because of more heavy snow on the way.
Starting on Jan. 6, 2025, Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure will move to an every-other-week recycling collection and move large item pickup from every four weeks to every nine weeks.
Investigators said that Manuel Humberto Carreon Mendez made a threat directed at the high school on Wednesday morning.
Lazaro Maya turned himself in to the police on Nov. 4, a month after the crash put Jusiah Suarez in the hospital.
A Colorado family has questions about the investigation into a hit-and-run crash that took the life of a beloved family member.
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Denver Public Schools to announce list of school closures in another round of school consolidations.
Brighton police arrest suspect driver in hit-and-run from Oct. 4 that left Jusiah Suarez with critical injuries.
Interstate 70 was closed in eastern Colorado on Wednesday due to a snowstorm.
The crash in Colorado is a great tragedy for the Golden Police Department and the community.
NASCAR issued $600,000 in fines and suspended nine team members from three different teams on Tuesday for alleged race manipulation at Martinsville Speedway.
Embattled Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin has returned to practice, a sign his six-month suspension is nearing an end.
Denver Broncos pass rusher Jonathon Cooper this week signed a four-year contract extension.
The Denver Broncos were beaten in all phases of the game on Sunday in a 41-10 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray was placed in the concussion protocol after a third-quarter collision with Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle forced him out Friday night's game.
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
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President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Jeff Crank has defeated Democrat River Gassen in Colorado's 5th Congressional District, CBS News projects. The Republican is poised to serve his first term in Congress and succeed Rep. Doug Lamborn.
Democrat Adam Frisch conceded to Jeff Hurd in the race to fill the seat of outgoing Rep. Lauren Boebert in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District.
The 21st Judicial District Attorney's Office investigators arrested Vicki Lyn Stuart and Sally Jane Maxedon (aka Smith) on Wednesday.
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
Stephen Matthews, the former Denver cardiologist sentenced to 158 years in jail, tried to erase text conversations and videos with some of his victims from his cellphone, according to the prosecutors in the case.
Roving burglary crews throughout Colorado have been specifically targeting the homes of Asian business owners and stealing massive amounts of cash, jewelry, watches and high-end purses in what one detective calls an "epidemic."
A former Independent Monitor who oversaw Denver's public safety agencies for nearly a decade said he expects Denver Fire Department Command staff to face discipline after an independent investigation found them misusing their comp time and vacation time.
A blistering 26-page report on the use of comp or flex time by Denver's fire chief and his top seven commanders calls the years-long practice a violation of Denver's Revised Municipal Code, "an organizational failing" and a "problematic practice."
A Denver judge sentenced a former cardiologist to 158 years behind bars for drugging 10 women he met on dating apps and then sexually assaulting eight of them.