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Average hourly wage by state and how much home you can afford
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics compiled the average hourly earnings by state—figures that directly influence housing markets nationwide.
Gov. Hochul & MTA brass must face down LIRR union thugs' strike threat
If the MTA doesn't buckle, the unions could shut down the whole railroad.
Air Canada flight attendants to finish voting on wage agreement
Results of a vote by Air Canada flight attendants on a wage agreement are expected on Saturday, with more than a half dozen crew members telling Reuters they don't expect the...
Half of Americans don’t make enough money to support their lifestyle: survey
The survey looked at 2,000 adults’ opinions on the workforce, finding the average amount they’d need to make in order to be happy.
Trump's economy is already proving the doomsayers completely wrong
So much for the prophecies of Trumponomics doom: Not only did the US economy grow at a 3% rate in the second quarter, the growth was all in the private...
Trump's economic agenda leading to decades-high wage increases, capital expenditures and record tariffs revenue: Treasury
As the US agreed to another trade deal with Japan this month, Joe Lavorgna pointed to Treasury revenue from tariffs topping $200 billion in fiscal year 2025 -- a record...
What state has the worst tippers in America? The answer may surprise you
Big spenders, low tippers? New York and New Jersey rank near the bottom in a new tipping study, which weighs tip percentage against income. Experts blame “tip fatigue,” rising costs...
LA hotel owners sound alarm as $30 minimum wage threatens to cause mass closures
Los Angeles hotel operators are fighting a $30 minimum wage hike that was passed by the city council, amid a struggle with "profitability."
Dolce & Gabbana allegedly stiffed NYC makeup artists out of pay, then fired them when they complained: lawsuit
Two NYC makeup artists say their dream job at Dolce & Gabbana became a 'nightmare' — accusing the luxury brand of stiffing them on pay and retaliating when they spoke...
Blue-collar wage growth under Trump sees largest increase in nearly 60 years, Treasury sec reveals on Pod Force One
“We've seen real wages for hourly workers, non-supervisory workers, rise almost 2% in the first five months," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed on the latest episode of "Pod Force One."
Nearly 1 million illegal immigrants have 'self-deported' under Trump, which has led to higher wages
DHS can’t arrest and deport 15.4 million illegal aliens, but if it simply enforces the law, many aliens will get the message and leave on their own — as hundreds...
Why both the Left and the Right are failing American workers
Wages used to rise when productivity did; if that had continued, workers’ wages would be 43% higher than they are today.
Walmart’s affordable cakes may be local bakeries' biggest competition
Cake decorators earn an average of $19.25 per hour, compared with $18.25 for all non-managerial store workers, a company spokesperson said.
Trump admin declares Biden student loan handouts over, warns debtors to pay up or wages and pensions may be seized
The Trump administration announced Tuesday that it would seize wages and go after the pensions of those who refuse to repay federal student loans they defaulted on.
How Trump's economic shake-up could pay off big
Donald Trump is betting that his tax, tariff, immigration and other policies will goose the economy to produce more jobs, better pay — and a leaner federal government.
Just Salad's ex-CFO sues after losing out on $1.2M for 'doing his job too well,' suit claims
A corporate exec at a top salad chain says he's being "screwed" out of at least $1.2 million for performing "too well," a new lawsuit claims. Former Just Salad CFO...
Some Walmart managers get pay bump, pushing compensation over $600K
The changes will take effect at the start of fiscal year 2026, which means the 100% bonus potential will be reflected in their March 2025 payout.
New York Times, Target ripped off up to 6K NYPD cops working paid detail: suit
“If I’m working and busting my butt, I expect to get paid,” one NYPD sergeant involved in the case, Mohamed Monasar, told The Post.
Starbucks responds to union demands as workers strike
"We are ready to continue negotiations to reach agreements," the company added. "We need the union to return to the table."
Trump hit a home run for American workers in picking Scott Bessent for Treasury
It seems the markets liked President-elect Donald Trump’s pick of Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary: The Dow jumped nearly 400 points Monday morning and was up 0.9% by the afternoon.