Why millions of men have left the workforce
A large number of American men between 25 and 54 years old are not working or even looking for work.
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Florida jobless claims see post-holiday bump
Florida had a 2.6 percent unemployment rate in November, the December rate will be released January 20th
Florida jobless claims down during the holidays
Florida had a November unemployment rate of 2.6 percent, December's data will be released later this month
Workers quit at higher rate in November, while openings stayed high
The job market remains strong — a good sign for workers but a blow to the Fed's efforts to cool inflation.
Hiring stayed strong in November, with 263,000 jobs added
The job market remains surprisingly resilient despite the Federal Reserve's attempts to weaken it.
Unemployment claims rise to 240,000, highest since August
Number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose to a 3-month high amid rise in layoffs.
Florida jobless rate up after Hurricane Ian
Florida saw an uptick in its unemployment rate in October after deadly Hurricane Ian swept through Southwest Florida, while the labor force continues to grow, according to numbers released Friday.
Florida jobless claims fall below 6,000
Florida had a 2.5 percent unemployment rate in September
Florida jobless claims down after initial Ian increase
Florida's overall employment figures have not reflected the impact of Hurricane Ian
Florida's jobless numbers impacted by Ian
Some Southwest Florida resorts have announced large temporary layoffs
Taming inflation could drive unemployment to 6%, bank says
Some economists think the nation's jobless rate could surge far beyond what the Federal Reserve expects.
Layoffs rising as the U.S. economy slows
More Americans filed for jobless aid last week as layoffs jumped, showing the Fed's rate hikes are taking a toll.
State clears way for jobless benefits after Ian
State officials have taken steps to make it easier for people in areas affected by Hurricane Ian to receive unemployment benefits, as recovery efforts from the massive storm continued Monday and the death toll mounted.
Feds say $45.6 billion in pandemic jobless aid was likely stolen
Government probe shows scammers used the Social Security numbers of more than 200,000 dead people to claim jobless benefits.
Florida jobless rate stays at 2.7 percent
Florida's unemployment rate might be about as low as it can go as it remained at 2.7 percent in August.
Florida jobless claims remain at pre-pandemic pace
First-time unemployment claims in Florida remain relatively flat and at a pre-pandemic pace, reflecting strong economic activity amid lingering inflation.
Florida unemployment rate down to 2.7 percent
Florida's unemployment rate dipped to 2.7 percent in July, matching the level before the COVID-19 pandemic slammed into the economy in early 2020, state officials announced Friday.
Florida jobless claims remain low
A second consecutive weekly claims decline in Florida
Florida's weekly unemployment claims dip
The state has averaged 6,948 claims over the past four weeks.
Florida jobless rate dips in June
Despite increased concerns about layoffs and a looming recession, Florida's unemployment rate dipped in June.
Amid rising inflation & recession fears, Florida's weekly jobless claims increase
Florida last week saw initial unemployment claims go up for the first time since early June.
U.S. jobless claims rise to 235k, most in nearly six months
More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week and while layoffs remain low, it was the fifth consecutive week that claims topped the 230,000 mark and the most in almost six months.
Thousands line up for chance to land job at Sunrise job fair
The promise of a job drew 4,000 job seekers to the FLA Live Arena Thursday morning in Sunrise.
Hundreds brave high heat to apply for high-paying BSO civilian jobs
The Broward Sheriff's Office held a job fair Saturday and hundreds of applicants turned out, braving the high heat.
Need a job? BSO offering civilian jobs starting at $56,851 with full benefits
Need a good-paying job? The Broward Sheriff's Office will be offering civilian jobs with a starting pay of nearly $57,000 with full benefits.
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Part of a multi-year effort to make its packaging more environmentally friendly
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Taste of the Town: Rosa Sky Rooftop in downtown Miami celebrates women
It's a rooftop retreat on the 22nd floor of the AC & Element Hotel at Rosa Sky Rooftop in Downtown Miami.
Homestead dad faces charges after gun found in child's backpack at school
Reginald McCoy faces child neglect charges
NASA marks 20 years since space shuttle Columbia disaster
NASA sets aside the last Thursday of every January to commemorate its fallen astronauts
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McDonald's is testing a new strawless lid
Part of a multi-year effort to make its packaging more environmentally friendly
Florida gas prices have surged 60 cents in a month, according to AAA
Nationally, gas prices have increased by 12 cents in the past week and 40 cents in the past month
Taste of the Town: Rosa Sky Rooftop in downtown Miami celebrates women
It's a rooftop retreat on the 22nd floor of the AC & Element Hotel at Rosa Sky Rooftop in Downtown Miami.
"This was wrong": 5 former Memphis officers charged with murder in death of Tyre Nichols
Video footage of the arrest has been shown to Tyre Nichols' family, but has not been made public.
Homestead dad faces charges after gun found in child's backpack at school
Reginald McCoy faces child neglect charges
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Telehealth eyed for medical marijuana
Two Republican lawmakers filed proposals this week that would allow physicians to use telehealth to recertify medical-marijuana patients.
Florida lawmakers eye oversight of local utilities
Florida House members Tuesday raised the possibility of giving state regulators more oversight of municipal utilities.
2 charged with vandalizing anti-abortion health facilities
A Florida man and woman accused of vandalizing several anti-abortion reproductive health services facilities are facing federal charges.
Florida Supreme Court ruling on abortion likely after legislative session
The Florida Supreme Court likely will not rule until after this year's regular legislative session in a high-stakes case about the constitutionality of a 2022 law that prevents abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Florida lawmakers approve allowing specialty license plates for University of Georgia
The University of Georgia will soon start to appear on Florida license plates, as its supporters have reached a presale benchmark for a specialty plate.
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Judge orders release of video of attack on Nancy Pelosi's husband
The judge said there was no reason to keep it under wraps, especially since prosecutors played it in open court during a recent hearing.
U.S. sending 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine in major boost to firepower
The U.S. plans to send 31 top-of-the-line M1 Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine, delivering on a key request from Kyiv.
Meta to reinstate Trump on Facebook, Instagram
Earlier this month, Trump's presidential campaign asked Meta to reinstate him on the social media platform.
Ousted State Attorney Andrew Warren asks Gov. DeSantis for his job back
Saying "the facts do matter," suspended Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren on Wednesday asked Gov. Ron DeSantis to rescind an executive order that ousted the prosecutor.
20 GOP-led states ask federal judge to halt migrant sponsorship policy
The program will allow up to 30,000 migrants from four crisis-stricken countries to enter the U.S. legally each month if they have American sponsors.
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America's biggest banks to take on Apple Pay and PayPal
The new digital wallet is due to launch at an unspecified time later this year
Florida gas prices dropping after 32 cent spike
Prices could drop 10-20 cents in the coming weeks, according to AAA
Florida gas prices down for fifth straight week
On Monday, Florida gas prices averaged $3.03 per gallon
Florida gas prices continue downward trend
The state average is now on a 31-day streak of declines
Lidl recalls chocolate advent calendar due to potential salmonella contamination
The 8.4 oz advent calendar says "Premium Chocolate with a Creamy Filling" on the label and was sold by Lidl stores between October 12 and December 5.
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Conjoined twins successfully separated at Texas hospital
The procedure, involving a team of 25 medical professionals, marked a surgical first for the Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth.
Long COVID is keeping people out of work for months
Prolonged, and often severe, symptoms from the disease often sideline workers for months after they get sick.
Midriff bulge linked to physical decline, study
Study authors believe decline may be caused by inflammation of fat cells, which damages muscle fibers
Intermittent fasting may not be as helpful for losing weight as once thought
Restricting eating times has been a popular method to try to lose weight in recent years
Teen undergoes brain surgery to treat Tourette's – with remarkable outcome
CBS News followed a 17-year-old from Pennsylvania as he underwent a radical treatment, and so far, it has changed his life for the better.
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Help CBS4's Neighbors 4 Neighbors play Santa for families in need
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Neighbors 4 Neighbors donates $40K to Global Empowerment Mission for Ian relief
Neighbors 4 Neighbors this week presented a $40,000 relief check to Global Empowerment Mission to help those impacted by Hurricane Ian
Neighbors 4 Neighbors relief efforts for Hurricane Ian victims continue
Efforts by Neighbors 4 Neighbors to help Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Ian is continuing.
Neighbors 4 Neighbors to help those impacted by Hurricane Fiona
Fiona severely damaged the fragile power grid
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When local officials called for help from the "cavalry" in the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew, they were looking for federal help.
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Jim talks to Broward School Board member Lori Alhadeff about the uncertain future of Superintendent Dr. Vickie Cartwright.
Facing South Florida: State Sen. Jason Pizzo on migrant flights
Jim goes one-on-one with the state senator about the lawsuit into the immigration flights that he filed.
Facing South Florida: One-on-One with Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Jim DeFede goes on-one with Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on a variety of topics including what it is like to be on the House floor during the chaos to vote for a new Speaker.
Facing South Florida: Florida Everglades Restoration
Jim DeFede focuses on the bold plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis announced this past week to inject billions of dollars into Everglades restoration.
Facing South Florida: One-on-one with Artist George Rodez
Facing South Florida: One-on-one with Artist George Rodez
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Randy Gonzalez, father of TikTok duo Enkyboys, dies of colon cancer
Randy Gonzalez and his 7-year-old son Brice were known for creating endearing videos together and with the rest of their family.
Steamy show ahead of "Magic Mike's Last Dance" premiere in South Beach
It was a red carpet unlike any other outside Regal South Beach theaters Wednesday evening
First round of performers announced for 65th Annual Grammy Awards
Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Steve Lacy, Lizzo, Kim Petras and Sam Smith will take the stage on "Music's Biggest Night."
Justin Roiland, "Rick and Morty" co-creator, dropped by Adult Swim
Justin Roiland co-created the animated sci-fi sitcom and has voiced its two title characters.
Oscar nominations announced
The nominations for the 95th Academy Awards were announced Tuesday morning by actors Riz Ahmed and Allison Williams in Beverly Hills.