Report: Sacramento Unemployment At Two-Year LowOctober 14, 2015 | Steve MilneAugust unemployment figures released today show the Sacramento region had a 5.9 percent jobless rate. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says that was a drop of 1.5 percent from a year ago, and a two-year low. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFirefighters Wanted: Career Expo Saturday In SacramentoSeptember 18, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe number of wildfires in California and throughout the western U.S. this summer caused fire managers to call in help from Canada and other countries. Several fire agencies are recruiting firefighter candidates Saturday in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Unemployment Still Higher Than U.S. RateJuly 17, 2015 | Steve MilneCalifornia's jobless rate fell from 6.4 percent in May to 6.3 percent in June, according to state unemployment numbers released today. But that's still not as low as the U.S. rate.
Report: Sacramento Wages 10 Percent Higher Than NationJune 24, 2015 | Steve MilneThe U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics today said the average worker in the Sacramento area earns 10 percent above the U.S. average. BLS also says probation officers and correctional treatment specialists make more in Sacramento than other U.S. cities. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Job Prospects Promising For 2015 College GraduatesJune 8, 2015 | Ed JoyceJob prospects for college graduates in 2014 have improved along with the U.S. economy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Mixed Results For Business-Opposed BillsJune 4, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers wrapped up a busy week of votes Thursday with mixed actions on bills that have drawn strong opposition from business groups. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: ‘Mild Impact’ To State’s EconomyMay 29, 2015 | Ed JoyceA University of the Pacific economic forecast shows that drought has had a "relatively mild" impact on California's economy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNow Hiring: Sacramento County Sheriff's DepartmentMarch 25, 2015 | Ed JoyceRetirements have Sacramento County Sheriff's Department looking to fill "a ton" of openings. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
‘Hiring Events’ Remain Important For Employers, JobseekersFebruary 23, 2015 | Ed JoyceCareer fairs continue to thrive in the U.S. even after the unemployment rate has declined in recent months. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
$477 Million Sacramento Arena Project 'Poses Challenges'February 18, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe project manager for the downtown Sacramento Kings arena project says the massive construction project poses many challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
