The world has changed many times over since I first walked into a newsroom 40 years ago. In most ways, it's a much better place now than then.

Short-term job separations have declined, suggesting firms and workers are increasingly finding better matches from the start ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Los Angeles has experienced more than its share of struggles in the last few years. But when it comes to one of ...