The Reality of Working on Labor Day Why Some Jobs Can’t Take a Break. Every year, as Labor Day rolls around, a lot of folks are gearing up for barbecues, beach outings, or just a lazy day off.

It may seem counterintuitive to suggest that, on Labor Day, we devote our attention to a subset of the American population who should not be working, or at least not working in jobs that are ...

Aunt says she’s skipping niece’s Labor Day weekend wedding because she doesn’t travel during major holidays. Dear Eric: One ...

In California, children can legally start working at age 12, according to the California Department of Industrial Relations.

Chicago is intimately tied to the history of the labor movement and Labor Day. We suggest some Chicago-related books that remain relevant as we think about the past and the future of work.

It may seem counterintuitive to suggest that, on Labor Day, we devote our attention to a subset of the American population who should not be working, or at least not working in jobs that are ...