Government shutdown delays release of monthly jobs report Typically, the first Friday of the month is when the Labor Department releases its report on jobs and unemployment. But because of the government shutdown, that report is delayed. Scott Horsley
How is the economy doing during the government shutdown? An economist weighs in NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Moody's Chief Economist Mark Zandi about the strength of the economy during the government shutdown. Steve Inskeep
Washington’s minimum wage to top $17 in 2026 Washington state’s minimum wage will surpass $17 per hour in 2026. Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard
Trump's controversial nominee drops bid to head vital data-gathering agency Trump's pick to lead the agency tracking unemployment and inflation has withdrawn after withering criticism from across the political spectrum. The White House says a new nominee will be named soon. Scott Horsley
Supreme Court says Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook can stay -- for now The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a move that critics say would have compromised the central bank's independence Scott Horsley
Government shutdown could delay key economic reports at an especially sensitive time The federal government shutdown, which began overnight, will delay key reports on the U.S. economy, including a monthly snapshot of the job market, which was scheduled for release on Friday. Scott Horsley
What jobs are least threatened by AI? A lot of people are feeling anxious about artificial intelligence and how it might reshape the workforce in the next few years.
Germany thrived in the first China Shock. But the next one could prove catastrophic. The export-led industrial model that Germany has pursued for decades is now at a crossroads. Greg Rosalsky
Why friends are teaming up to buy homes Buying a home is a conventional milestone for couples. But as home prices skyrocket, many Americans are buying homes with someone who isn't their romantic partner. Rhaina Cohen
Trump announces a new round of tariffs President Trump has ordered steep new tariffs on imported drugs, home furnishings, and trucks. The president's import taxes are pushing inflation higher. But that's not slowing consumer spending. Scott Horsley