The nation’s employers added a robust 216,000 jobs last month, the latest sign that the American job market remains resilient even in the face of sharply higher interest rates.
Some of Louisiana's community and technical colleges may soon face budget deficits without a sharp rebound in student enrollment, according to a recent report from the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week as the labor market continues to show resilience despite elevated interest rates.
Just ahead of his inauguration Monday, Gov.-elect Jeff Landry is rounding out his Cabinet. He announced new leaders today at the Department of Natural Resources, the Louisiana Workforce Commission and his office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.