In August 2025, North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7 percent, mirroring the revised figure from July. In contrast, the national unemployment rate experienced a slight increase, rising by 0.1 percentage points to 4.3 percent. Compared to the previous year, North Carolina’s unemployment rate showed no change.
Wayne State University Board to discuss leadership transitions amid President Espy’s reported resignation.
An appeals court blocked Trump’s effort to fire Fed board member Lisa Cook, allowing her to join Tuesday’s meeting.
New Mexico will offer free child care to all residents, regardless of income, becoming the first U.S. state to do so.
Kyle Saari, a teacher, faces rising healthcare costs, offsetting his 5% raise, a challenge shared by many educators.
Raleigh, N.C.—The Renew NC program has completed storm-related repairs on the first home approved for assistance under the Single-Family Housing Program (SFHP). Funded by a federal Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Renew NC aims to address long-term recovery needs
Moody’s Mark Zandi warns up to one-third of U.S. GDP is near recession as job losses mount and policy risks strain consumer spending.
Andrea Lee, a teacher, faces a legal battle with Howell Public Schools over her kids’ special education rights in Michigan.
The North Carolina Department of Commerce has announced a series of public listening sessions aimed at engaging residents in shaping the state’s economic future. Starting on August 27, these sessions will allow citizens to share their ideas and concerns to influence the upcoming Comprehensive Strategic Economic Development Plan. The sessions
Michigan superintendents are semifinalists for state education leader. Interviews are on Aug. 18-19. Finalists soon.
In June 2025, North Carolina experienced fluctuations in unemployment rates across its counties and metro areas, according to a recent government press release. The report highlighted that unemployment rates rose in the majority of counties, with 92 counties seeing an increase. Only four counties reported a decrease, while another four
DeVere Larington cherishes his role in keeping a beloved hometown tradition alive amidst new challenges from a casino.
