Lightfoot pushing to replace Chicago's lead water pipes as part of Biden plan
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is pushing efforts to make sure everyone in Chicago and surrounding communities has access to clean drinking water.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is pushing efforts to make sure everyone in Chicago and surrounding communities has access to clean drinking water.
US unemployment claims fall to 406,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
One McDonald's is so desperate for workers it is giving away iPhones
A McDonald’s restaurant in Illinois is offering iPhones to try to attract new workers.
A McDonald’s restaurant in Illinois is offering iPhones to try to attract new workers.
CPD announces hiring efforts for variety of positions
Glen Brooks, CPD director of community policing, outlines some of the positions they're looking to fill this summer.
Glen Brooks, CPD director of community policing, outlines some of the positions they're looking to fill this summer.
Communities across US offering incentives for remote workers to relocate
Evan Hock, CEO of Make My Move, talks about their website which compiles deals from cities across the US enticing remote workers to move into their communities.
Evan Hock, CEO of Make My Move, talks about their website which compiles deals from cities across the US enticing remote workers to move into their communities.
CTA to boost workforce, hiring bus operators, trade workers and more
The Chicago Transit Authority is looking increase its workforce.
The Chicago Transit Authority is looking increase its workforce.
US achieves another pandemic low with 444,000 new unemployment claims
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
UPS looking to hire 1,000 workers in Chicago area
UPS announced a new hiring effort Wednesday looking to fill roughly 1,000 part- and full-time positions across the Chicago area.
UPS announced a new hiring effort Wednesday looking to fill roughly 1,000 part- and full-time positions across the Chicago area.
Rep. Chuy Garcia on his new legislation looking to remove barriers to employment for young people
Rep. Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia (D-Ill.) talks about the introduction of his new legislation aimed at promoting economic justice and restoring youth employment.
Rep. Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia (D-Ill.) talks about the introduction of his new legislation aimed at promoting economic justice and restoring youth employment.
Chicago area park districts looking to hire lifeguards for summer
With summer quickly approaching, another shortage could put a hitch in your plans. Many places are in need of lifeguards.
With summer quickly approaching, another shortage could put a hitch in your plans. Many places are in need of lifeguards.
WHO report: Long work hours led to 750K deaths from heart disease, stroke
“Working 55 hours or more per week is a serious health hazard,” WHO Director of Department of Environment, Climate Change and Health Dr. Maria Neira said.
“Working 55 hours or more per week is a serious health hazard,” WHO Director of Department of Environment, Climate Change and Health Dr. Maria Neira said.
Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
Amazon seeks to hire 75,000 workers; offers $100 to vaccinated hires
Amazon is seeking to hire 75,000 people in a tight job market and is offering bonuses to attract workers, including $100 for new hires who are already vaccinated for COVID-19.
Amazon is seeking to hire 75,000 people in a tight job market and is offering bonuses to attract workers, including $100 for new hires who are already vaccinated for COVID-19.
Chili's looking to hire 10,000 workers in 10 weeks
Nic Paxton, Chili's Chicago VP of Operations, talks about their hiring spree and how people can apply to join their company.
Nic Paxton, Chili's Chicago VP of Operations, talks about their hiring spree and how people can apply to join their company.
Biden says Americans must accept a job or lose unemployment benefits after disappointing jobs report
Biden said his administration is taking steps that will make it easier for employers to hire more workers.
Biden said his administration is taking steps that will make it easier for employers to hire more workers.
Illinois restaurants, bars having trouble hiring staff as state reopens
Fourteen months after the pandemic forced a sudden shut down, restaurants that survived found an ugly surprise. They say it is difficult to hire enough staff to reopen fully.
Fourteen months after the pandemic forced a sudden shut down, restaurants that survived found an ugly surprise. They say it is difficult to hire enough staff to reopen fully.
Biden says economic recovery a marathon, not a sprint amid weak jobs report
U.S. employers added just 266,000 jobs last month, sharply lower than in March and a sign that some businesses are struggling to find enough workers.
U.S. employers added just 266,000 jobs last month, sharply lower than in March and a sign that some businesses are struggling to find enough workers.
Lowe's, Great Wolf Lodge hold hiring events
If you are looking for a job, this is your moment as many companies are hiring. But if you are an employer looking to fill positions, you might have to work at it.
If you are looking for a job, this is your moment as many companies are hiring. But if you are an employer looking to fill positions, you might have to work at it.
Great Wolf Lodge, Lowe's host Tuesday hiring events
If you're looking for a job, there are a couple of big hiring events underway on Tuesday.
If you're looking for a job, there are a couple of big hiring events underway on Tuesday.
Metra hiring for 100 positions in preparation for ridership increase
Metra says it plans to hire for 100 positions as the commuter agency prepares for an increase in ridership.
Metra says it plans to hire for 100 positions as the commuter agency prepares for an increase in ridership.