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News Articles: jobs

A UPS driver enters a United Parcel Service store with packages in Jackson, Miss., Monday, July 26, 2021.

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UPS to cut 20,000 jobs, close some facilities as it reduces amount of Amazon shipments it handles

UPS is looking to slash about 20,000 jobs and close more than 70 facilities as it drastically reduces the amount of Amazon shipments it handles. The package delivery company said Tuesday that it anticipates making the job cuts this year. It anticipates closing 73 leased and owned buildings by the end of June.

April 29, 2025
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  • Associated Press
A woman holds a pink signs that says, "save our lilves ... don't gut medicaid"

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  • Health

Cuts to SNAP and Medicaid could cost Georgia jobs and shrink the state's GDP, a new report warns

A new report is predicting far-reaching economic impacts of any federal cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Georgia.

March 27, 2025
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By:
  • Ellen Eldridge
A "now hiring" sign is displayed outside Taylor Party and Equipment Rentals in Somerville, Massachusetts, U.S., Sept. 1, 2022. Photo by Brian Snyder/Reuters

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Georgia unemployment increases for fourth straight month

Georgia’s unemployment rate rose in August for the fourth month in a row, the state Department of Labor reported Thursday.

September 23, 2024
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  • Dave Williams
A cyclist rides past a "Now Hiring" sign posted on a business storefront in San Gabriel, Calif., on Aug. 21, 2024. U.S. employers added 142,000 jobs in August, while the unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%.

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  • Economy

The latest jobs data provides a really confusing picture. Here are 4 things to know

There was both good news — and bad news — in the latest jobs report, providing an unclear picture as the Federal Reserve weighs how much to cut interest rates.

September 06, 2024
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By:
  • Scott Horsley
watermelon pickers

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  • Economy

Georgia judge rules in favor of states against new labor rule for farmworker protections

The judge’s preliminary injunction means farms in Georgia and other suing states won’t have to follow the new rule, for now.

 

August 27, 2024
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  • Sofi Gratas
U.S. employers added fewer jobs in the 12 months ending in March than had been reported, according to a preliminary count by the Labor Department. The revised figures suggest employers added 2.1 million jobs during the year, not 2.9 million in the original count.

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  • Economy

U.S. added fewer jobs in the past year than initially reported

A preliminary report from the Labor Department shows U.S. employers added 818,000 fewer jobs in the year ending in March than initially reported. The news comes during an election season in which the economy is a key issue.

August 21, 2024
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  • Scott Horsley
Job seekers attend a job fair in Sunrise, Fl., on June 26, 2024. Employers added only 114,000 jobs last month, well below expectations, raising fears about the economy.

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  • Economy

Why a weaker jobs market is sparking recession fears

U.S. employers added just 114,000 jobs in July as the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%. The weaker-than-expected report is adding to fears of an economic slowdown.

August 02, 2024
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  • Scott Horsley
Construction of the Hyundai Metaplant in Bryan Co., GA. July 3, 2024 Credit: Justin Taylor/The Current

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As workers train, Hyundai Metaplant salary picture takes shape

Early in the morning a lifelong Savannahnian and a military veteran commute 50 minutes in a 15-year-old SUV from Savannah to the Hyundai Metaplant, the $7.56 billion electric vehicle factory rising from amid the pine forests of rural Bryan County. 

July 19, 2024
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  • Amira McKee
Nurse checking pulse. (Pexels)

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  • Health

Georgia lawmakers look to open jobs to more workers who need license to work

The Joint Blue Ribbon Committee Investigating Licensing Issues is expected to hold several meetings this year as it considers ways to reduce professional licensing glitches, costs and the amount of time it takes to process and review applications. Ideas include adopting more universal standards and making it easier to transfer licenses from other states and countries.

July 03, 2024
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  • Stanley Dunlap
Georgia Department of Labor

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  • Economy

Georgia employment sets more records despite rise in jobless rate

Georgia’s unemployment rate rose slightly last month but remained well above the national rate, the state Department of Labor reported Thursday.

June 20, 2024
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  • Dave Williams
First Quality Baby Products plans to add 600 jobs in a $418 million expansion of its plant on Avondale Mill Road.

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Macon lands 600 jobs in $418M industry expansion

Earth movers are making way for a major expansion that will bring 600 new jobs to First Quality Baby Products near Middle Georgia Regional Airport. 

May 23, 2024
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  • Liz Fabian
Atlanta is on Path to Becoming One of the 'World Most Competitive Cities"

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  • Economy

Atlanta ranks No.1 city for starting a career, according to consumer metrics

The consumer website WalletHub compared 182 cities based upon professional opportunities and quality of life. Atlanta also ranked high for growth rates in median household income.

May 13, 2024
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  • GPB News Staff
Hiring accelerated in the U.S. in March, adding 303,000 jobs, according to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate dipped to 3.8%, staying under 4% for more than two full years. People walk past a Home Depot in San Rafael, Calif.

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  • Economy

Construction boom helps fuel job gains in March

U.S. employers added 303,000 jobs last month, and the unemployment rate dipped to 3.8%. Construction companies added 39,000 jobs, despite high interest rates.

April 05, 2024
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  • Scott Horsley
A construction worker is seen in Miami on Jan. 5, 2024. U.S. employers added more jobs than expected in January including in the construction sector.

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  • Economy

The U.S. created an extraordinary number of jobs in January. Here's a deeper look

U.S. employers added 353,000 jobs in January — far more than forecasters expected. The sizzling job market is good for workers but could cause the Federal Reserve to postpone a cut in interest rates.

February 02, 2024
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  • Scott Horsley
The U.S. job market held up well in 2023, despite rising interest rates. Employers added 2.7 million jobs last year and unemployment remained under 4% throughout the year.

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  • Economy

U.S. unemployment has been under 4% for the longest streak since the Vietnam War

U.S. employers added 216,000 jobs in December, as the unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%. The labor market proved resilient in 2023, despite rising interest rates.

January 05, 2024
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  • Scott Horsley
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