Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
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Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
The percentage of Americans just scraping by financially is rising as wage growth slows and inflation flares, Bank of America finds.
The average cost of a fast-food meal in the U.S. is now $11.56 in major cities across the U.S., according to LendingTree.
The federal minimum has held at $7.25 an hour since 2009, but an increasing number of states are upping their base pay for workers.
A Biden administration proposal would phase out a program that lets employers pay some workers less than $7.25 an hour.
Workers in four battleground states earn the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. Labor advocates say that's a recipe for poverty.
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
Bank of America is hiking its base pay starting next month and plans to further lift the company's minimum wage in 2025.
Higher minimum wages will kick in on Jan. 1 in 22 states, lifting pay for about 9.9 million Americans, according to one estimate.
The coffee chain said it is increasing eligible employees' pay, with longer-tenured workers in line for bigger raises.
Many wage theft victims are never paid a dime. Others are left waiting for months or even years, an investigation by CBS News found.
The home-improvement store said it is investing $1 billion in pay raises for its employees.
Calling your retail clerk an "assistant store manager" has a surprisingly big payoff, new research finds.
Many wage theft victims are never paid a dime. Others are left waiting for months or even years, an investigation by CBS News found.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
No injuries were reported, but according to the Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office, traffic is being diverted off exit 228 and back onto I-70 to go around the crash.
At 8-0, their best start in almost 80 years, the CU Buffs appear to be flying high. The last time the Buffs played at Moby Arena, the winningest team in CU history lost.
Winter storm advisories and winter storm warnings are in effect until 11 p.m. Saturday, at which point, the mountains will see from 6 to 24 inches of fresh snow. Rabbit Ears Pass could top out closer to 30 inches of snow.
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
No injuries were reported, but according to the Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office, traffic is being diverted off exit 228 and back onto I-70 to go around the crash.
Winter storm advisories and winter storm warnings are in effect until 11 p.m. Saturday, at which point, the mountains will see from 6 to 24 inches of fresh snow. Rabbit Ears Pass could top out closer to 30 inches of snow.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.
In Aurora, a locally owned car wash says one more competitor could be the one that shuts it down.
University of Denver Athletics is partnering with CBS Colorado's Together for Colorado Toy Drive. The Denver Pioneers Cheer Squad recently introduced some members from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver to cheerleading.
See when and where you can catch Denver's nightly holiday drone shows through the end of the year.
DJ Bret Saunders from KBCO described the excitement surrounding the release of the rock radio station’s annual CD and talked about some of the performers who are featured.
Mostly dry for the Denver metro area with mild temperatures
In Aurora, a locally owned car wash says one more competitor could be the one that shuts it down.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
At 8-0, their best start in almost 80 years, the CU Buffs appear to be flying high. The last time the Buffs played at Moby Arena, the winningest team in CU history lost.
The Cherry Creek Bruins are back in the state Colorado state 5A football championships, but for one student athlete, this weekend is about far more than the quest for another title.
Many local businesses around Canvas Stadium are preparing for an influx in business during the CHSAA state football championships.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Friends, family and many others gathered to remember the life and legacy of former Colorado State Sen. Faith Winter on Friday at the Colorado State Capitol.
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC is believed to be a Trump supporter and has been speaking with investigators, multiple sources told CBS News.
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
A program at University of Colorado Anschutz is connecting its health care students with seniors to help prepare them for future interactions with older generations.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
Many local businesses around Canvas Stadium are preparing for an influx in business during the CHSAA state football championships.
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
As the Denver Nuggets, Denver Broncos and Colorado Avalanche fans celebrate winning seasons so far, local sports stores are ready with all the gear.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.
A veteran Denver commercial real estate broker warned elected Denver officials in December of 2023 to scrap their plans to buy the Denver Post building for $88.5 million.
Colorado is now among the states under a microscope from the U.S. Department of Transportation, after several high-profile crashes involving drivers who couldn't understand road signs written in English.
Before the Broncos won in Week 11, the game at Empower Field at Mile High was preceded by a tense showdown between an air traffic controller and the pilot of a single-engine aircraft.
On Sept. 4, the body of Kathleen Mayo was found inside her first floor unit. Police say she was murdered.