Jobs

New numbers on job openings in the U.S. are out. And there's a bit of a mystery: Why are there so many job openings and so few hires?

One way to evaluate the health of an economy is to look at the jobs picture, which looks pretty rosy so far this spring. But there’s another sign to keep any eye on: the availability of credit.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the economy added 165,000 jobs last month, beating analyst expectations. The unemployment rate fell to 7.5 percent, the lowest since December of 2008.

The rate at which Americans are quitting their jobs is rising. That can be a good sign for the economic and labor market outlook.

From leech gatherer to factory worker, breaking down some of history's worst jobs.

The hidden side the unemployment numbers? Folks with advanced degrees are climbing down the ladder.

Eli Lilly is reducing its U.S. sales force, reportedly by 30 percent. How have digital and other advertising practices changed the nature of sales?

More cities and states consider laws that would "ban the box" that job applicants check if they've been convicted of a crime.