Economy
Grocery store shortages are back. Here are some of the reasons why
No, you're not imagining it. Some grocery store shelves are bare again, conjuring bad memories of spring 2020 for many.
5 years ago
A record 4.5 million Americans quit their jobs in November
The Labor Department also reported that employers posted 10.6 million job openings in November, down from 11.1 million in October but still high by historical standards.
5 years ago
Wolf heads into last budget season with flush state coffers
Pennsylvania is sitting on a fat budget reserve, a healthy and growing surplus, and billions in unspent federal coronavirus relief cash.
5 years ago
Fewer immigrant workers are coming to fill key jobs. That has slowed the U.S. economy
Fewer immigrants are coming to fill those jobs — particularly in some key industries that keep the economy moving.
5 years ago
Biden vows he, Manchin will ‘get something done’ on $2T bill
The president's remarks at the White House on Tuesday were his first since Manchin effectively tanked the party’s policy initiative with his own jarring year-end announcement.
5 years ago
From Delaware governor to ambassador, Jack Markell confirmed for overseas role
Nearly six months after being nominated, former Delaware Gov. Jack Markell has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate for his new role as U.S. Ambassador.
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Senate votes to raise debt limit by $2.5T, avoiding default
The Senate has approved the measure 50-49 in a party-line vote, sending the legislation to the House.
5 years ago
Ready. Set. Philly! to shut down with business startup well underway
A group with a mission to boost the Philly economy is shutting down, saying things are on the upswing.
5 years ago
Number of women doing gig work in Philly region surged during COVID-19
Women are picking up gig work in droves, many motivated by the need for flexibility. But experts say it could cost them in the long term.
5 years ago
Listen 3:28Saule Omarova gets candid: Banks sank her nomination to become a key regulator
She says they distorted her research, which led to an environment in which attacks against her became unfair and personal.
5 years ago
After Senate leaders broker a deal, the House takes a first step to avoid default
Congress is setting up a complicated process that could avoid a potential federal default.
5 years ago
Municipal bank could be a first for Philadelphia and the country
The first municipal public bank in the country could be coming to Philadelphia now that legislation is moving forward in City Council.
5 years ago
Congress avoids a government shutdown — but a long to-do list looms
Congress has less than three weeks to resolve differences that have plagued both parties for the entire year.
5 years ago
House approves a short-term funding bill to avoid a government shutdown
The measure now heads to the Senate, where prospects for quick passage are in doubt ahead of a Friday deadline.
5 years ago
How understaffed are stores? Smaller retailers feel the holiday-shopping strain
Large retailers have spent billions of dollars to woo workers. Smaller stores that can't do that expect staff shortages will lead to lost sales.
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