Economy

Changing immigration policies could have unexpected economic impacts.

But the state economist said the rate of growth has slowed in recent quarters.

Connecticut borrowers burdened by the challenges of high student loan could find relief through a new state program offering up to $5,000 a year, for up to four years.

Wages are growing, but the tight housing market continues to hold back the state’s overall workforce needs.

Connecticut's minimum wage goes up to $16.35 an hour in the new year — by far the most in New England and the third-highest state minimum wage in the country.

As business owners across the Cape prepare for the busy summer season, some are wondering how president-elect Donald Trump taking office will impact their ability to hire foreign workers.

The same committee examined whether farmworkers should have collective bargaining rights — but ultimately didn’t make a recommendation to the Vermont Legislature.

The state treasurer's office analyzed recent census data and found that on a per capita basis, Vermont had the highest net in-migration of any New England state, and the third highest rate in the U.S. last year.

The Freeport-based retailer said 50-75 employees will be affected and cited "the fluctuating retail landscape" as a reason for the announcement.

Drivers are already organizing support for a union effort, one month before a ballot question approving unionizing becomes law.