Unemployment claims show that laid-off workers are not staying unemployed for long. That’s because hiring remains strong.

A lot of people have been quitting their jobs ever since the pandemic started, thanks in part to the tight labor market. But lately, there are signs that job churn could be returning to its pre-pandemic level.

From Meta to Twitter to Twilio, companies are realizing they might have grown too quickly.

Businesses with 500 employees or fewer — often far fewer — account for about 40% of private payroll in this country. A couple of recent surveys show they’re cautious about the future.

Miami-Dade County is trying to lure and train new bus operators using bonuses.

In some cases, it’s about responding to competition. In others, it’s a way of bracing for a possible economic downturn.

They aren’t waiting to find out whether the economy is contracting — they’re proactively preparing for it.

But those studying the NBA say change has been slower among referees, athletic trainers and in the front offices.

“Second-chance hiring” is on the rise, but those with criminal records still face significant barriers to employment.

For one thing, it’s not helpful in the fight against inflation.