U.S. labor market still strong: Almost 200k jobs added in November
The monthly report signals hiring remains stronger than many economists had forecast, while the jobless rate dipped to 3.7%.
The monthly report signals hiring remains stronger than many economists had forecast, while the jobless rate dipped to 3.7%.
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%.
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
The U.S. Postal Service is looking to make new hires in the region. To attract new employees, USPS is holding hiring fairs in Maryland and Virginia, according to post office officials.
The job market remains surprisingly resilient despite the Federal Reserve's attempts to weaken it.
Charm City Live Festival will unfold for the first time at the Lawn at War Memorial Plaza in front of Baltimore City Hall Saturday.
Employees in America's vast hospitality sector--hotels, restaurants, public pools, ice cream parlors--say they cannot fill many of their summer jobs because the number vacancies far exceeds the number of applicants, even at increased wages.
Maryland gained 8,400 jobs and the unemployment rate decreased to 5.4 percent in November, according to jobs and unemployment data the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics released Friday.
Members of the military, veterans and their spouses looking for work can participate in a job fair specifically for them Monday.
With the 2021 season about to kickoff, the Baltimore Ravens will hold two job fairs in early September to hire food and beverage providers, security, custodians and parking staffers, the team announced Monday.
Six Flags America is looking to hire 200 ghouls, performers and make-up artists as they ramp up for Six Flags Fright Fest.
Morgan State University will raise its minimum wage to $15 per hour for hourly workers, university President David Wilson announced Tuesday.
The Ravens hosted their second job fair at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday.
The Baltimore Ravens and M&T Bank Stadium are hosting a job fair Sunday. They're looking for game day staff to join their team ahead of the football season.
Bank of America said Tuesday that it will raise the hourly minimum wage of its US employees to $25 by 2025.
First, restaurants struggled to stay afloat during the early days of the pandemic last year. Now as capacity restrictions are being lifted, many restaurants are facing a new struggle - staffing.
Kohl's is looking to fill more than 4,000 seasonal positions at its fulfillment center in Edgewood.
Summer may feel like it's far away, but Maryland State Parks are already hiring for summer jobs.
During the last three months, 27,400 jobs have been gained- the largest three-month gain since 2010, the data showed.
McDonald's is adding hundreds of new jobs to locations across the City this fall and is offering up more college financial aid to employees.
An auto supplier is set to build a new plant in Detroit and create as many as 750 new jobs.
"I enjoy walking away from a successful event or detail when no one has gotten hurt and the client is relieved that we were there and we handled any given situation professionally" says Ginger Happe.
"My absolute favorite part of the day is working directly with patients, getting to know them over time and seeing them learn and grow," says Heather Goff.
After near record heat Monday, more summer-like temperatures are on the way Tuesday with highs in the upper 80s.
The city of Annapolis is preparing for heavy traffic conditions during the U.S. Naval Academy Commissioning Week, May 17-24.
Maryland's interim state schools superintendent is dropping the interim title.
A motorcyclist fell into the Patapsco River after a crash on I-395 Monday afternoon, according to the Baltimore City Fire Department.
The nine-time Grammy Award winner performs at CFG Bank Arena on Friday, October 4. It's her fourth stop on an 81-date world tour.
The MSC Cargo Passion III made it through the 35-foot temporary channel on Sunday carrying nearly 1,000 containers.
After near record heat Monday, more summer-like temperatures are on the way Tuesday with highs in the upper 80s.
The annual Brigance Brigade Foundation (BBF) Race and Championship 5.7K and 1.57k Mile Family Fun Run/Walk returned to the Maryland Zoo Sunday morning.
The city of Annapolis is preparing for heavy traffic conditions during the U.S. Naval Academy Commissioning Week, May 17-24.
Maryland's interim state schools superintendent is dropping the interim title.
Like Baltimore City's lawsuit against the two Singapore-based companies, the company claims the owners of the Dali were negligent in letting the ship leave the Port of Baltimore without failing to fix known power problems.
Opioid addictions often start by having access to prescription medications.
Ships stuck in the Port of Baltimore since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month are finally departing Thursday.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
A former high school athletic director was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly using artificial intelligence to impersonate the school principal in a recording that included racist and antisemitic comments.
The Maryland Department of Agriculture and Hillen Homestead Farm have tips on how to build the best Mother's Day bouquet.
Pecorino the Kemp's ridley sea turtle arrived at the National Aquarium in September 2020 with injuries consistent with a boat propeller strike to his head, the National Aquarium said.
There are 22 local businesses participating in the second-annual Preak Weeks, including six returning from last year’s inaugural initiative.
Soul Smoked is a mobile BBQ and smoked meat concept based in Baltimore
The Baltimore Community Foundation has connected people passionate about their city and purposeful in their philanthropy.
Baltimore native Chris Braswell was with his friends and family when his lifelong dream turned into a reality this past week.
The Ravens addressed voids in their secondary and on the offensive line, and also added an extra wide receiver.
The A's took two of three from the O's.
The Baltimore Ravens selected cornerback Nate Wiggins from Clemson with the 30th overall pick on Thursday in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Jayden Daniels was not sure the Washington Commanders would call his name, after months of questions about which quarterback they wanted. He's glad they did.
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Former National Enquirer boss David Pecker appeared on the stand for the third day, detailing an agreement the tabloid made with a former Playboy model.
The Supreme Court convened to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
It is the cherry trees' second-earliest peak bloom on record and follows one of Washington's warmest recorded winters. In 1990, the trees blossomed on March 15.
Georgia rapper Offset surprised students at Dunbar High School on Tuesday for their stellar academic performance and attendance according to the Baltimore Police Department.
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
It has long been a popular resource in the community, easily accessible to many college students and neighbors.
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
According to a report from the National Institute on Retirement Security, 40% of Gen Xers have zero dollars saved for retirement.
According to Bankrate, Baltimore is one of the top 10 most affordable cities for buying used cars.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Opioid addictions often start by having access to prescription medications.
Regular screenings are critical to identifying and treating cancer early. It's also important to be aware of any genetic mutations that already exist in your body.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Most worrisome gaps involve cancer chemotherapy drugs, ER medications and and therapies for ADHD.
The prepackaged boxes of deli meat, cheese and crackers are not a healthy choice for kids, advocacy group says.
The nine-time Grammy Award winner performs at CFG Bank Arena on Friday, October 4. It's her fourth stop on an 81-date world tour.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
The significance of the song was amplified by praise from music legend Paul McCartney, who called the recording "magnificent" and appreciated its reinforcement of the civil rights message he intended when writing "Blackbird."
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are stopping in Baltimore this fall on a joint tour.
In the 1,000th episode, titled "A Thousand Yards," NCIS comes under attack by a mysterious enemy from the past.
After near record heat Monday, more summer-like temperatures are on the way Tuesday with highs in the upper 80s.
Near record heat is on deck today as temperatures hit the lower 90s.
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The Maryland Department of Agriculture and Hillen Homestead Farm have tips on how to build the best Mother's Day bouquet.
Pecorino the Kemp's ridley sea turtle arrived at the National Aquarium in September 2020 with injuries consistent with a boat propeller strike to his head, the National Aquarium said.
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