U.S. added 303,000 jobs in March, surging past economic forecasts
Wall Street is closely watching the jobs report and next week's inflation data to predict when the Fed might cut rates.
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Wall Street is closely watching the jobs report and next week's inflation data to predict when the Fed might cut rates.
A recent report by Vanguard reveals a record number of Americans took early withdrawals from their 401(k) retirement savings in 2022 and 2023, signaling a concerning trend.
The annual income needed to afford even a basic home in the U.S. has risen sharply since the pandemic, a new report shows.
The Fed decided not to change rates this week, but announced three cuts that are expected later this year. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger is here to help explain.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell announced Wednesday the federal funds rate will stay in the 5.25% to 5.5% range. What does that mean for the economy and borrowers?
The overall rate was up 3.2% in February, with gas and shelter accounting for nearly 60% of that rise. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks things down.
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins us to discuss the results.
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger walks us through the results and explains why the Federal Reserve prefers this report, when it comes to inflation.
The federal government just released the January employment report, which blew past economists' expectations.
A decision on interest rates could be announced today as the Fed wraps up its first meeting of the new year.
New government data shows the economy ended 2023 on a stronger note than anticipated. With GDP growth rates exceeding forecasts in the last two quarters, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what these figures mean.
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins us to explain what happened.
Wall Street ended the week with stocks at all-time highs, bolstered by investor expectations of Federal Reserve interest rates cuts.
Inflation has cooled from the high levels seen in 2022, but monthly necessities like rent and auto insurance have skyrocketed this year. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more on the rise in costs and what that means for the economy.
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins us to explain what it means for your wallet.
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger explains why the year was a resilient one for the U.S. labor market.
This year's robust stock market performance defied analysts' predictions as investors cheered prospects of lower interest rates and inflation.
The statewide minimum wage is set to increase by $1 to $15.13 per hour.
It's called the subscription economy, when people pay recurring fees for various services, like entertainment apps or news sites. Experts tell CBS New York's John Dias the end of the year is a great time to check on how much you're actually spending.
Just 1 in 5 say they'll buy more gifts for others this season, compared to recent past years — and this is true even among higher-income earners.
The monthly report signals hiring remains stronger than many economists had forecast, while the jobless rate dipped to 3.7%.
With just weeks to go before the end of the year, a little bit of time and focus could help you make or save money, CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger explains.
Holiday online shopping off to a strong start as retailers roll out larger discounts to tempt cash-strapped consumers.
Black Friday marks the heart of the holiday spending season, so what can consumers and retailers expect this year? CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger is here to explain.
Most people say they'd need a significant pay raise and considerable wealth to achieve contentment, a new poll shows.
A man was driving under the influence Thursday night when he struck two cyclists, killing one, the NYPD said.
A New Jersey teen attending yeshiva school in Israel is back home after a journey that took him through three countries, at times on foot.
New York and New Jersey lawmakers have announced a bipartisan, bi-state bill to address E-ZPass late fees.
The good Samaritan who helped a woman after she was randomly attacked and stabbed in Queens is speaking out.
No. 4 seed Alabama rallied from an early double-digit deficit to beat 13th-seeded Hofstra 90-70 in a first-round game in the Midwest Region of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.
A man was driving under the influence Thursday night when he struck two cyclists, killing one, the NYPD said.
New York and New Jersey lawmakers have announced a bipartisan, bi-state bill to address E-ZPass late fees.
The good Samaritan who helped a woman after she was randomly attacked and stabbed in Queens is speaking out.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island will be released to the media with redactions, court records show.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
A New Jersey teen attending yeshiva school in Israel is back home after a journey that took him through three countries, at times on foot.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill accused ICE of ignoring the concerns of Roxbury residents after it bought the vacant warehouse on Route 46.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Montclair School District Board of Education members broke down in tears as they voted to close Renaissance Middle School.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island will be released to the media with redactions, court records show.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
A driver was indicted on manslaughter and assault charges Thursday in a deadly crash that killed two teenagers on Long Island back in January.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
New York and New Jersey lawmakers have announced a bipartisan, bi-state bill to address E-ZPass late fees.
Border czar Tom Homan is expected back on Capitol Hill later Friday for bipartisan talks.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
The Dark Skies Protection Act is aimed at reducing artificial light between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. across New York state.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill accused ICE of ignoring the concerns of Roxbury residents after it bought the vacant warehouse on Route 46.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island will be released to the media with redactions, court records show.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
No. 4 seed Alabama rallied from an early double-digit deficit to beat 13th-seeded Hofstra 90-70 in a first-round game in the Midwest Region of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.
Top-seeded Arizona opened its NCAA Tournament run with a 92-58 victory over Long Island on Friday.
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Brady Tkachuk scored with 11.1 seconds left to give the Senators a 3-2 victory over the Islanders on Thursday night.
The Blue Jackets beat the Rangers 6-3 on Thursday night, keeping alive hopes for their first playoff berth since the 2019-20 season.
Howie Rose, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Mets on the radio, says the upcoming 2026 season will be his last.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
A man was driving under the influence Thursday night when he crashed into two cyclists, killing one, the NYPD said.
St. John's made its NCAA tournament debut Friday against Northern Iowa. A watch party was held at Connolly's Pub in Midtown.
Pinball is one of the oldest arcade games around, but now, competitive pinball leagues are determined to keep the ball in play. Bradley Blackburn explains.
Thursday night, "The Book of Mormon" celebrated 15 years on Broadway with appearances by original cast members and the show's creators.
Florida hot spots dominate this year's list of top spring break destinations. Cristian Benavides hit the beach to see what makes the state so popular for travelers.
