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U.S. economy adds 115,000 jobs in April

(The Center Square) – The U.S. economy added 115,000 jobs in April, about double what economists had forecast, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Friday. Health care led job gains, adding 37,000 positions, followed by transportation and warehousing, which

U.S. economy adds 115,000 jobs, beats estimates; But low-wage jobs lead gains

U.S. economy adds 115,000 jobs, beats estimates; But low-wage jobs lead gains

The U.S. economy created 115,000 jobs in April, besting economists’ and Wall Street estimates of 55,000 new jobs. But many of the biggest employment gains last month were in lower-wage jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Last month, the U.S. economy

Missoula graduates weigh job options as Montana unemployment holds

MISSOULA, Mont. — Montana’s unemployment rate held at 3.6 percent as University of Montana graduation moved forward this week and many students looked ahead to the job market. State officials said Montana’s push to grow workforce participation and connect people with careers helped support the economy. Officials also

Texas congressional delegation calls for federal investigation into H-1B visa fraud

(The Center Square) – U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-TX, and her north Texas colleagues have called for a federal investigation into alleged H-1B visa fraud occurring in counties they represent. Similar to the alleged Somali welfare fraud in Minnesota and hospice fraud in Los Angeles, Van Duyne

People in Business for May 2, 2026

• Dustin Barber has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer at Opportunity Bank of Montana. In this role, he will oversee the Bank’s lending and relationship banking functions, supporting growth and strengthening customer relationships across the state. Barber joined Opportunity Bank in 2014 and most recently served

Baguettes take centre stage on France's Labour Day

Baguettes take centre stage on France's Labour Day

French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labour unions arguing that May 1 should remain a day of compulsory rest. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu ordered several baguettes for lunch in front of the cameras in the village of Saint-Julien-Chapteuil in central France.

Baguettes take centre stage on France's Labour Day

Baguettes take centre stage on France's Labour Day

French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labour unions arguing that May 1 should remain a sacred day of compulsory rest. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu ordered several baguettes in front of the cameras in the village of Saint-Julien-Chapteuil in central France. "