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With tech hiring sluggish, how can cities become tech hubs?

by Eric Schmid
Jun 13, 2024
Cities like St. Louis are looking for ways to expand their tech workforces to take advantage of the industry's growth prospects.
Christian Johnson leads a discussion among entrepreneurs at the Founders Lounge in St. Louis. The weekly forum helps startup founders connect and share ideas.
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Texas' high tech sector buzzes along amid industry downturn

by Elizabeth Trovall
May 22, 2024
High tech represents nearly 5% of state GDP and more than 9% of employment. What makes the state's sector so resilient?
Charging stations at Tesla's corporate headquarters in Austin. High tech jobs have flourished around Austin, thanks to investments from companies like Tesla.
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What do all the layoffs mean in a supposedly "good" economy?

by Kristin Schwab
Jan 26, 2024
In the last few days, Microsoft, eBay and Salesforce have joined the list of companies that have made layoff announcements this month.
eBay announced plans to lay off an estimated 9% of their workforce.
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Judge blocks Trump administration's temporary visa restrictions

by Kimberly Adams
Oct 2, 2020
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey S. White said the president had likely exceeded his authority.
A medical scientist runs a test at a University of Washington lab. The H-1B visa freeze affects jobs in science-related as well as other fields.
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A Baltimore teen learns 3D printing through after-school technology workshops

by Molly Wood
Mar 12, 2019
Closing the digital divide, one kid at a time.
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You don't need to be a college grad to work in tech

by Kai Ryssdal , Bridget Bodnar and Emily Henderson
Aug 1, 2017
IBM has a special program to hire people without four-year degrees.
A computer technician connects a computer into a network server in an office building in Washington, D.C.
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High-tech worker retention was difficult before Kansas shootings

by Peggy Lowe
Mar 9, 2017
Businesses and employees are stressed about the hate crime and Trump's travel ban.
Mira Mdivani, a business immigration attorney in Overland Park, Kansas, says she's been flooded with calls since President Donald Trump was elected.
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Mayor Eric Garcetti wants to bring more tech jobs to Los Angeles

by Molly Wood
Jan 26, 2017
HE believes L.A. is a prime location for tech companies to grow.
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti speaks during the 5th Annual LA84 Foundation Summit on Oct. 27, 2016, in Los Angeles.
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The hardest jobs to fill

by Molly Wood
Feb 12, 2016
Why it's hard to find a good IT specialist or engineer.
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