Report Shows US Added 257K Jobs, Unemployment Up To 5.7%
U.S. employers hired at a stellar pace last month, wages rose by the most in six years, and Americans responded by streaming into the job market to find work.
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U.S. employers hired at a stellar pace last month, wages rose by the most in six years, and Americans responded by streaming into the job market to find work.
Christopher J. Hankla is an enterprise account manager at AppDynamics in Dallas, TX. He introduces potential customers to the innovative services that AppDynamics provides.
Firuzeh Taylor, Network Fulfillment Specialist at FedEx Office in Dallas is pursuing a master's degree in criminal justice and security from the University of Phoenix.
City of Fort Worth sources say approval of a deal to move an aviation company into the massive hanger left vacant at Alliance Airport is a "slam dunk" that will add hundreds of jobs.
Sobha Fuller, Director of Nursing for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at Parkland Health & Hospital System, says of earning her master's degree "
"It's what you do with the additional education that matters, not just having 'It'," says Ernie Cote CEO of ChemicalInfo.
According to the latest figures, released Jan. 2015, from Bureau of Labor Statistics, the nation ended the year with 252,000 jobs added in December 2014; this is the best growth since 1999.
The Texas unemployment rate slipped to 4.6 percent in December for a fourth straight month of declines.
As a Technical Account Manager at AppDynamics, Vijay Shankar Venkatachalam provides technical support for customers, helping them utilize AppDynamics' technology to meet their business needs.
Severina Ware accesses and analyzes criminal suspect and offenses information, prepares special crime reports, graphics and statistical data to help keep the city safe.
Linda Duran teaches Social Psychology at KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts, where students major in Motion Picture Production, Acting, or Music Theatre.
If you're looking to earm some extra cash on the side, Six Flags Over Texas has just the opportunity for you. The theme park is holding a job fair throughout the long weekend.
"Don't get a master's degree immediately following your bachelor's. Figure out what you love to do, start doing it and then identify a master's program."
Dr. Scott Wise, Chief Operating and Medical Officer, says "Most practicing physicians have a business manager to manage the business side of things. The degree helped me to do both."
Mark C. Clark is the senior partner at O2Works, a company that specializes in implementation of Oracle software applications for a variety of businesses.
This "self-taught" computer technologist looks to higher education as the next step in battling cyber crimes.
Lori Vann is a licensed professional counselor in a private practice. She counsels teenagers and adults dealing with self-injury; and, she is also a supervisor for interns looking to become licensed counselors.
The web continues to dominate the way the world does business. As people become more comfortable with doing transactions online, more applications and the need for more technologists will continue.
Nursing has advanced and expanded to the point of doctoral degree programs being created to better serve the evolving health care system.
Cynthia Seskes worked in higher education for 18 years. During that time, she decided that pursuing a master's degree would help balance her business and creative desires.
Dave Wilson is responsible for developing, maintaining, evaluating, and implementing curricular and extracurricular programs to drive student achievement and growth in the e-learning environment.
Educational director and counselor AmyCaron Halstead, of the Lake Highlands and Highland Park Mathnasiums learning centers, helps students understand and love math.
When someone needs help in Plano, they call 911; when the emergency operators need help they call Johnny Johnson, a systems administrator for the 911 System for the City of Plano.
Criminal justice has been a life-long commitment for Kevin Kolbye, recently named assistant chief at the Arlington Police Department.
Latrenda Rush, kindergarten teacher at ILT in North Texas, says "a master's degree speaks volumes about your drive and it demonstrates that you are a continual learner."
On Capitol Hill this week, victims' families urged Congress to take action more than a year and a half after various cameras caught the horrific mid-air collision between the Army Blackhawk helicopter and American Airlines flight 5342 near Reagan National Airport in Washington, DC.
One person has died after a shooting killed one, wounded another at an Allen shopping center.
At halftime, Owens stays on the field, trading football gloves for conducting gloves as he moves from defense to the podium.
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
No one was hurt in the Friday afternoon robbery at Solomon & Co., authorities said.
On Capitol Hill this week, victims' families urged Congress to take action more than a year and a half after various cameras caught the horrific mid-air collision between the Army Blackhawk helicopter and American Airlines flight 5342 near Reagan National Airport in Washington, DC.
One person has died after a shooting killed one, wounded another at an Allen shopping center.
At halftime, Owens stays on the field, trading football gloves for conducting gloves as he moves from defense to the podium.
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
No one was hurt in the Friday afternoon robbery at Solomon & Co., authorities said.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the escalating Texas U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico. With Republican groups pouring millions into ads supporting Paxton, can the spending and negative messaging change the race, or will voters stay focused on the economy and cost of living?
Should Texas continue using Flock license plate cameras, or do they give law enforcement too much power to track people? Democratic Texas Attorney General candidate and Dallas state Sen. Nathan Johnson sits down one-on-one with Eye on Politics to discuss the growing debate over Flock cameras and automated license plate readers.
Should Texas continue using Flock license plate cameras, or do they pose too great a risk to Texans' privacy? Republican Texas Attorney General candidate and state Sen. Mayes Middleton sits down one-on-one with Jack Fink to discuss the growing controversy surrounding Flock cameras and automated license plate readers across Texas.
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
The Wings have tied the franchise record for wins in a season, with three games remaining.
Four Boyd High School football players face felony charges after police say they hazed and injured a 14-year-old teammate in a locker room.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
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.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
