New Jersey Unemployment Holds As Nearly 10,000 Jobs Created
New Jersey's unemployment rate held at 9 percent in February, according to state labor department numbers. That's the third month in a row.
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New Jersey's unemployment rate held at 9 percent in February, according to state labor department numbers. That's the third month in a row.
For many in this economy, the fact that they are unemployed isn't their fault. But some people are being denied a new job because they currently are without one.
On Friday, we'll get the January unemployment figures from the Labor Department, but today a job fair was being held in Nassau County.
The December unemployment numbers may have been good news, but people in the Tri-State Area still need jobs.
The state Labor Department says preliminary estimates indicate total nonfarm wage and salary employment grew to 3,881,000.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has pledged to combat high unemployment rates for young minorities throughout the state.
The Democrat says there are thousands of unemployed veterans in counties across New York state.
You know the saying "insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results?" That's what "The Rehirement Coach" Rafe Gomez believes when it comes to getting hired.
With a high unemployment rate nationwide, returning veterans face a huge challenge joining the workforce.
"You have a lot of kids graduating college, can't find jobs, that's what happened in Cairo. That's what happened in Madrid. You don't want those kind of riots here," Bloomberg said.
Stocks plunged Friday and ended an otherwise positive trading week on a sour note after a dismal jobs report renewed fears of another recession.
The Dow Jones industrial average at one point was down more than 500 points. It's now down 436 at 10,973.
With New Jersey's unemployment rate outpacing the nation, Gov. Chris Christie visited Port Newark on Wednesday to tout a $500 million deal that could lead to 800 new jobs.
As college students celebrate graduation, many now know the harsh reality of joining the long lines of job-seekers. At Rutgers University, students were back on campus trying to find work at a job fair.
A bill co-sponsored by Republicans and Democrats would spread the $300 per employee tax increase over several years rather than require full payment starting in July. It would reduce this year's tax increase to $130 per employee.
In New York City, where roughly 10 percent of revenue comes from Washington, thousands of locally-based federal workers would be furloughed.
Legislation that would extend the amount of time that jobless residents in New Jersey could receive unemployment benefits has been sent to Gov. Chris Christie's desk.
There was positive economic news announced Friday. The unemployment rate has taken an unexpected drop, falling to a two-year low of 8.8 percent.
The list was compiled by comparing one-year job change numbers of the cities with the national employment average increase of 0.8 percent.
New evidence on Friday morning revealed that the economy added 192,000 jobs in February, and the unemployment rate dropped to 8.9 percent—the lowest in almost two years.
The job market is really tough right now, and it's expected to stay that way for a long time. In Westchester, though, a workshop was held to give those who lost their job in the recession some hope of reinvention.
The state Legislature recently passed a measure mandating that the Labor Department rework the site so jobless residents can access claims information anytime.
On the billions of dollars states borrowed from the federal government to pay unemployment benefits during the recession, $1.3 billion in interest was coming due this Fall.
State employees are providing some tips for Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy as he prepares to tackle a budget deficit projected to top $3 billion.
The nation's unemployment rate dropped to 9.4 percent last month, its lowest level in 19 months.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Honda and Nissan have announced plans to merge, forming world's third-largest automaker by sales as the industry transitions away from fossil fuels.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Matthew Stafford threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Higbee early in the fourth quarter and the Rams beat the Jets 19-9 on Sunday.
Drew Lock threw a pair of pick-6s as the Giants lost their franchise-record 10th straight game, 34-7 to the Falcons on Sunday.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
A woman died after she was set on fire aboard the New York City subway on an F train in Brooklyn, police say.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
The Yankees have found a stopgap at first base, reportedly agreeing to a one-year, $12.5 million contract with Paul Goldschmidt.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
New York City congestion pricing is facing a last-ditch effort in federal court to delay the Jan. 5 implementation new tolls in Manhattan.
Snow and frigid temperatures set in across the Tri-State Area on Saturday, the first day of winter.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Party City announced mass layoffs at its headquarters in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, according to an email sent to employees.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
A new law in Suffolk County allows police to arrest spectators at street takeovers, not just drivers at the illegal meetups.
The FAA issued a temporary flight restriction for drones over New York City, Long Island and parts of Westchester County. The restrictions are in effect until January 19.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey has resigned following a bombshell allegation of sexual misconduct on the job.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former aide, Charlotte Bennett, who alleged he sexually harassed her in 2020.
A woman who lost her jaw after being caught in a crossfire in Ukraine can smile again thanks to transformative surgery in New York.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
Matthew Stafford threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Higbee early in the fourth quarter and the Rams beat the Jets 19-9 on Sunday.
Drew Lock threw a pair of pick-6s as the Giants lost their franchise-record 10th straight game, 34-7 to the Falcons on Sunday.
The Rangers lost for the 12th time in their last 16 games with a 3-1 defeat to the visiting Hurricanes on Sunday.
Jalen Brunson scored 29 of his season-high 39 points in the second half to power the Knicks to a 104-93 victory over the Pelicans on Saturday night.
Bo Horvat had two goals and an assist, Isaiah George scored his first NHL goal and the Islanders beat the Maple Leafs 6-3 on Saturday night.
As Hanukkah approaches, the Brooklyn organization is in a race against time to deliver gifts to children battling illnesses.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
Parts of the MTA's emergency exit infrastructure are in a hazardous state of disrepair, according to a new audit report.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Neighbors living in communities without subway stops say congestion pricing has caused many to consider leaving New York City.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
The shocking attack happened on Sunday morning on an F train in Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest on the investigation.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has your holiday week forecast.
Andrew Reid's now-4-year-old creation consists of 95,000 lights and 500 displays, and he does it all for a great cause. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports from East Northport.
CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger has the latest on conditions on the rails and also checks out the situation on the roads and at area airports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock is calling for a 40% chance of New York City experiencing a white Christmas.
