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San Angelo Ranks Third-Best In Unemployment Rate In Texas
The Texas labor market achieved new record highs for both jobs and the civilian labor force in January, with San Angelo owning the third-best unemployment rate in the state. With an unemployment rate of 3.3%, San Angelo trailed only Midland (3%) and Amarillo (3.1%). Texas added 27,900 positions over the month, reaching...
13h ago
Southwest Airlines Changing Their "Free Bags" Policy
Southwest Airlines is shaking up its "free bags" policy and many travelers are not happy about the change. Starting May 28th, travelers will now have to pay to check their bags with the Dallas-based airline. There are exceptions for customers who have a Southwest co-branded credit card who can still get on...
13h ago
SAPD Release Names In Last Weeks Vehicle Crashes
The San Angelo Police Department has released the identities of two individuals who died in separate vehicle crashes that occurred within days of each other. According to the SAPD, the motorist involved in a crash near the intersection of North Bryant Boulevard and 6th Street on Friday, March 7, was 77-year-old Jerry M...
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Inflation vs. Wages: Where Salaries Haven't Kept Pace With Rising Costs
Over the past few years, rising inflation has put increasing financial pressure on American households, particularly those in the middle class. While wages have grown in nominal terms, many workers feel they are falling behind as the c...
Mar 13, 2025
America's Opioid Crisis: States Where Drug Fatalities Are Declining Fastest
The United States has been battling an opioid crisis for decades, marked by three distinct waves of rising overdose deaths. The first wave began in the 1990s with the widespread overprescription of opioid painkillers, leading to a shar...
Mar 12, 2025
How Franchise Businesses Are Driving Job Growth in Each State
Franchises are a fundamental part of the American business landscape, spanning a diverse range of industries and sectors. From popular fast-food chains like McDonald's and Subway to hotel brands like Marriott and Hilton, franchises are...
Mar 11, 2025
