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When more than 40,000 troops leave Iraq in the next two months, many will make their way back home to re-join the civilian world. In addition to emotional challenges, many of these heroes will find themselves unemployed, without civilian skills.
Miami-Dade County and Broward County both saw some improvement in the jobs front, according to numbers released Friday by the Department of Economic Opportunity.
Are you looking for a job? There are about 30 companies participating in a job fair in Davie Thursday.
Florida Governor Rick Scott outlined his 2012 job creation agenda Wednesday morning and it includes several of the hot button conservative issues being pushed in both Washington and Tallahassee.
Spirit Airlines wants you to apply for a job. Fort Lauderdale's hometown airline will host a job fair Wednesday as it seeks to fill a variety of positions.
Gov. Rick Scott again changed his stance Friday on the jobs promise he made during last year's campaign in a written statement titled in part, "Setting the Record Straight."
A program to help Florida kids who are poor, but not poor enough for Medicaid, is not growing despite a poor economy that's leaving parents without extra money or, in some cases, jobs and health insurance for their families.
Some call it another sign of our struggling economic times. With a nationwide unemployment rate of more than nine percent, Hallmark has come out with a line of cards for people who have lost their jobs.
The latest job numbers out of the U.S. Labor Department and private employment analysts showed unemployment dropped in about two-thirds of the major metropolitan areas around the country, giving hope to the jobless around the area.
It's a sign of the approaching Holiday Shopping Season; a holiday hiring fair at Sawgrass Mills brought out some pretty good crowds Tuesday.
Are you looking for a job? There are more than a dozen companies participating in a job fair in Coral Gables Thursday.
Unemployment remains stagnated in double digits some eight months after Governor Rick Scott pledged to get Florida workers back on the job.
Jerold Nelson was hard at work Thursday at his new job at Interactive Blue Communications (IBC), a small design and consulting firm in Miami-Dade. The 51 year-old husband and father landed the job after ten months of unemployment and a seemingly hopeless outlook.
Jontavia Bellamy and her family packed up the car to head to Miami Beach and barbeque Monday, but her Labor Day cookout plans left a sour taste in her mouth. Bellamy would rather have been working. She's been unemployed for nearly two years.
Jontavia Bellamy and her family packed up the car to head to Miami Beach and barbeque Monday. But her Labor Day cookout plans left a sour taste in her mouth. Bellamy would rather have been working.
The jobs picture improved nationwide in August as the number of layoffs dropped 23 percent from July, according to consultants Challenger, Gray, & Christmas, Inc,; but Florida is still struggling to create jobs.
As Miami's unemployment rate continues to hover in the double digits, job seekers may be able to find some relief at a massive job fair being held in Miami on Tuesday.
As the economy continues to teeter towards a double-dip recession, the unemployment problem in Florida remains stagnant. July's unemployment rate for the state stood at 10.7 percent, which was unchanged from June.
If you're in the market for a new job, there are several South Florida job fairs taking place Tuesday that could land you a new position with a promising pay check.
Florida Governor Rick Scott continues to tout the need to create jobs across the state of Florida. That is especially true in the Miami metropolitan area where the jobless crisis is reaching levels not seen in decades.
Florida's jobless are going to have to jump through a few new hoops if they're planning on applying for unemployment benefits.
Florida's jobless are going to have to jump through a few new hoops if they're planning on applying for unemployment benefits.
We've all heard that it is easier to get a job when you already have a job. Millions of Americans looking for work are coming to believe its true.
Florida's unemployment problem continues to throw a damper on any potential economic recovery in the state. Statewide, the unemployment rate stood at 10.6 percent; but the news in South Florida was much, much worse.
The end of an era means the end of employment for some 7,000 people in communities surrounding Florida's Space Coast.
Melody Alana Rose Duran's mother spoke with CBS News Miami, saying that Melody was her "whole world."
Jonathan Drouin got his first two goals of the season, Mikko Rantanen had a goal and three assists and the Colorado Avalanche beat the slumping Florida Panthers 7-4 on Saturday night.
Miami-Dade Police said the 15-year-old was shot in the shoulder.
Saturday is National Adoption Day and Broward County celebrated by giving over two dozen children a priceless gift.
Quarterback Cam Ward keeps rewriting the Miami record book.
Melody Alana Rose Duran's mother spoke with CBS News Miami, saying that Melody was her "whole world."
Jonathan Drouin got his first two goals of the season, Mikko Rantanen had a goal and three assists and the Colorado Avalanche beat the slumping Florida Panthers 7-4 on Saturday night.
Miami-Dade Police said the 15-year-old was shot in the shoulder.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
In a brief statement, NATO said Trump and its secretary general, Mark Rutte, met on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida.
The special primary election for Congressional District 1 will take place on Jan. 28 and a special general election will occur on April 1
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
A new study says 86% of businesses and organizations hit by cyberattacks were targeted on a weekend or holiday.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
Brittany Brave knows one thing for certain: When she takes the stage, a Miami joke is inevitable.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.