Unemployment Ticks Up, to 4.2% Rate

The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.2% in November, according to data released Friday. That’s above what economists surveyed by FactSet expected. They saw unemployment remaining steady at 4.1% last month, The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.2% in November, according to data released Friday. That’s above what economists surveyed by FactSet expected. They saw…

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Woman accused after $1 million unemployment assistance released fraudulently

The Ohio Inspector General’s office is accusing an employee of improper release of public unemployment assistance benefits, adding up to over $1 million. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services … The Ohio Inspector General’s office is accusing an employee of improper release of public unemployment assistance benefits, adding up to over $1 million.[DOWNLOAD:…

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Unemployment rates drop in October

Unemployment dropped in the surrounding counties in October, according to the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services. LIMA — Unemployment dropped in the surrounding counties in October, according to the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services. Unemployment rates (from lowest to highest) in October were: • Putnam County: 2.6 percent • Auglaize County:…

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What do Donald Trump’s plans mean for unemployment in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trumps ambitious plans to tackle unemployment in 2025 have sparked heated debate among economists, business leaders, and everyday Americans. With promises of slashing … President-elect Donald Trump’s ambitious plans to tackle unemployment in 2025 have sparked heated debate among economists, business leaders, and everyday Americans. With promises of slashing regulations, incentivizing domestic manufacturing,…

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