Kroger to hire 10,000 store associates nationwide in June
Kroger is looking to hire 10,000 store associates nationwide from a one-day recruitment event.
Kroger is looking to hire 10,000 store associates nationwide from a one-day recruitment event.
May jobs report: US adds modest 559,000 jobs amid hiring struggles
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
Abbott Labs closes COVID-19 test assembly plant, 2,000 workers released
An estimated 2,000 workers who have been assembling rapid COVID-19 tests in Gurnee are out of work, according to a report.
An estimated 2,000 workers who have been assembling rapid COVID-19 tests in Gurnee are out of work, according to a report.
US unemployment claims drop to 385,000, another pandemic low
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Amazon says it will no longer test jobseekers for marijuana use
Amazon says it will no longer test jobseekers for marijuana use.
Amazon says it will no longer test jobseekers for marijuana use.
Starbucks workers say they are treated like 'coffee-making robots'
Some people who work at Starbucks say customers are ordering increasingly complicated drinks that are sapping their will to continue working at the coffee giant.
Some people who work at Starbucks say customers are ordering increasingly complicated drinks that are sapping their will to continue working at the coffee giant.
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.