PERSPECTA

News from every angle

Results for "Nebraska"

193 stories found

A-10 Warthog Escorts Ohio-Class Submarine
Worldforbes13d ago

A-10 Warthog Escorts Ohio-Class Submarine

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Warthog close air support aircraft provided armed airborne escort to the U.S. Navy's USS Nebraska (SSBN-739) Ohio-class submarine in the Pacific Ocean.

Justin Bieber Joins World Cup Final Halftime Show
CultureBBCbloombergThe Guardian+47Al JazeeraFox NewsnrkcbcfazDWsvenska-dagbladetder-standard+39 more1mo ago50 sources

Justin Bieber Joins World Cup Final Halftime Show

Justin Bieber has been announced as a co-headliner for the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, joining Madonna, Shakira, and BTS. This news comes amidst various other World Cup-related stories, including fan experiences and team preparations.

Five People Released from Hantavirus Quarantine in Omaha
WorldNYT2mo ago

Five People Released from Hantavirus Quarantine in Omaha

Five individuals have been released from hantavirus quarantine in Omaha, Nebraska, while thirteen people remain at the facility. Those who returned to their home states may still be under constant surveillance for three more weeks.

Bruce Dern Documentary 'Dernsie' Receives Ovation at Cannes
Culturehollywood-reporterdeadline2mo ago2 sources

Bruce Dern Documentary 'Dernsie' Receives Ovation at Cannes

The documentary 'Dernsie: The Amazing Life of Bruce Dern' received a six-minute standing ovation at Cannes, with Laura Dern making a surprise appearance. The film celebrates the captivating storytelling of the veteran actor.

Trump-Backed Candidate Wins Kentucky Primary, Bolstering Party Grip
WorldAPReutersBBC+67bloombergNYTwsjFTwapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeera+59 more3mo ago70 sources

Trump-Backed Candidate Wins Kentucky Primary, Bolstering Party Grip

A Trump-backed candidate secured victory in the Kentucky Republican primary, defeating incumbent Thomas Massie and further solidifying former President Trump's influence over the Republican Party. This outcome was part of a broader election day that saw various primary races across several US states.

Hantavirus Scare on Cruise Ship Leads to Passenger Quarantines
WorldAPReuterswsj+24dr-dkaftonbladetberlingskerzeczpospolitadelfi-ltdigi24n1-serbiaobservador+16 more3mo ago27 sources

Hantavirus Scare on Cruise Ship Leads to Passenger Quarantines

A hantavirus scare aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has led to several passengers being placed in quarantine across different locations, including remote islands and Taiwan. The incident has revived concerns reminiscent of the COVID-19 pandemic regarding health communications and travel protocols.

Hantavirus Outbreak Prompts Increased Surveillance in France and Europe
HealthNYTNPRFox News+42cbcnosruvtagesschauaftonbladetle-figaroSCMPder-standard+34 more3mo ago45 sources

Hantavirus Outbreak Prompts Increased Surveillance in France and Europe

A hantavirus outbreak, primarily centered in France with 11 critical cases, has led to intensified surveillance efforts across Europe. Authorities are assessing the situation, with some reports mentioning a cruise ship and preparedness for a potential epidemic.

MV Hondius Passengers Repatriated After Hantavirus Cases Confirmed
HealthBBCNYTle-monde+57wapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbc+49 more3mo ago60 sources

MV Hondius Passengers Repatriated After Hantavirus Cases Confirmed

Passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship were repatriated to their home countries after some individuals tested positive for hantavirus. The vessel departed for the Netherlands following the completion of passenger disembarkation in the Canary Islands.

US Cruise Passenger Tests Positive for Hantavirus, Others Monitored
HealthNPRnrkyle-uutiset+15aftonbladetberlingskela-repubblicavgindian-expressdanasdh-les-sportsiefimerida+7 more3mo ago18 sources

US Cruise Passenger Tests Positive for Hantavirus, Others Monitored

An American cruise ship passenger has tested positive for hantavirus, prompting the evacuation and monitoring of other US citizens who were exposed to the virus. Some evacuated passengers were flown to Nebraska for further observation.

Cars Suddenly Sank Underground. Footage
Worldtvn24observador5mo ago2 sources

Cars Suddenly Sank Underground. Footage

Two cars fell into a sinkhole that formed on a road in the largest city in the state of Nebraska in the United States. Residents rushed to help the drivers.

Sinkhole swallows two vehicles on Omaha street corner
WorldThe Guardiannewsbeast5mo ago2 sources

Sinkhole swallows two vehicles on Omaha street corner

Drivers of SUV and pickup truck emerge unscathed from incident in trendy section of Nebraska city Surveillance video captured the dramatic moment a sinkhole opened up on a busy intersection in south-central Omaha, Nebraska, swallowing up two vehicles. The incident happened on Tuesday afternoon in a trendy section of the midwest city, when a sport utility vehicle and a pickup truck waiting at a traffic light dropped into a hole several feet deep as the pavement under them suddenly gave way. Ne...

2 More High-Profile Transgender Surgery Cases Head To Trial
HealthFox Newszerohedge6mo ago2 sources

2 More High-Profile Transgender Surgery Cases Head To Trial

2 More High-Profile Transgender Surgery Cases Head To Trial Authored by Darlene McCormick Sanchez via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Two high-profile “detransitioner” cases involving young women whose bodies were irrevocably altered as teens by transgender surgery are expected to go to trial in early 2027. Chloe Cole, an 18-year-old woman who regrets surgically removing her breasts, holds testosterone medication used for transgender patients, in Northern California on Aug. 26, 2022. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times Chloe Cole, who drew national attention after speaking out against subjecting children to gender-reassignment procedures such as hormones and surgeries, has an April 5, 2027, trial date, according to Mark Trammell, CEO of the Center for American Liberty, which represents several detransitioners. ​Cole and others, known as detransitioners, stopped or reversed a medical gender transition that they started earlier. ​She sued Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and other health care providers in California after receiving life-altering hormones and a double mastectomy when she was 15. ​“Kaiser has done everything in its power to keep Chloe out of a courtroom and to ensure that members of the press are not in the gallery,” Trammell told The Epoch Times. ​For Cole, getting a trial date signifies a victory after years of legal wrangling and delays, she told The Epoch Times via text. “After years of fighting for the voices of my generation to be heard, I’ve been given a date for trial. Every victim, every family who spoke up, every step in the culture, all led to this moment,” she said. ​“I’ve waited for my day in court, not just for my sake, but for that of every child who should’ve been protected from irreversible harm.” Kaiser Foundation Hospitals did not immediately respond to a request for comment regarding the lawsuit moving forward. However, the medical group told local news outlets in 2023 that it followed medical standards of “gender-affirming care.” ​Trammell also represents Luka Hein, whose case is expected to head to trial in early 2027. ​Hein’s Nebraska case names the University of Nebraska Medical Center Physicians, the Nebraska Medical Center, doctors, therapists, and others as defendants. Like others, Hein had both breasts removed in 2018, when she was 16, as the first step in her “gender-affirming care,” according to the lawsuit. Building Momentum Both medical malpractice cases could solidify gains made in the landmark Fox Varian v. Kenneth Einhorn case, which went to trial in New York last month. It marked the first time that a detransitioner case received a jury verdict. ​The Jan. 30 verdict held a surgeon and psychologist liable for malpractice surrounding the double mastectomy that Fox Varian received when she was 16. The jury found her psychologist, Kenneth Einhorn, and plastic surgeon, Dr. Simon Chin, liable for failing to communicate as required about Varian’s condition. One example was laid out in an October 2019 letter that Einhorn wrote to Chin in support of Varian’s surgery, which contained errors and omitted coexisting mental issues, including autism and depression. Chloe Cole stands near her home in Northern California on Aug. 26, 2022. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times The New York jury awarded Varian $2 million—$1.6 million for pain and suffering, and $400,000 for future medical expenses. ​The Fox verdict sent shockwaves through the gender medicine industry, while offering hope for other detransitioners. ​Trammell said that while medical negligence lawsuits aren’t new, those involving transgender medicine are. ​“How do you put a price tag on a young woman having her breasts amputated and potentially never being able to have a child?” he asked. ​The hope is that detransitioners will now see that they can win a legal victory. ​“I look at that as a tremendous, tremendous victory, not just for Fox Varian, but for other detransitioners who are maybe thinking about filing lawsuits,” he said. Chloe Cole holds a childhood photo in Northern California on Aug. 26, 2022. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times Trammell said that the success of medical negligence cases depends on establishing that doctors and hospitals failed to meet the standard of care. That’s why reviews of gender medicine, such as the recent one by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), are important, he said. ​That federal report rejected medical interventions for children with gender dysphoria, recommending therapy instead. ​The HHS report noted that evidence underpinning the alleged benefits of medical interventions in pediatric gender dysphoria was “very uncertain.” ​Trammell said the pediatric gender industry appears to be based more on politics than science. ​He pointed to European countries’ changing of their policies after studies showed problems with medical interventions for childhood gender dysphoria. The United States has lagged behind Europe in adjusting its approach to pediatric gender medicine, Trammell said. ​“It’s taken the U.S., unfortunately, years to even begin to catch up. And even still, there’s a ton of money and political power behind it,” he said. Tools for Justice ​Civil lawsuits can be tools for changing behavior on the market level, and the landmark Big Tobacco lawsuit settlement in 1998 is a case in point, Trammell said. ​“I think these cases uniquely present the opportunity to put an end to this barbaric industry because ... it’s driven by money and power,” he said. When doctors, hospitals, and insurers become financially liable for pediatric gender procedures, it will have a chilling effect, Trammell said. Chloe Cole speaks in support of the Protect Children's Innocence Act as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) looks on outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Sept. 20, 2022. Terri Wu/The Epoch Times ​Trammell said states have already helped protect vulnerable children by passing laws banning transgender-related hormone treatments and surgery for minors. However, state lawmakers could have a bigger impact by creating a carve-out on the statute of limitations for medical malpractice. In many states, lawsuits must be filed within two years of the alleged malpractice, but it can take children much longer to realize the harm they suffered. In Texas, 60 lawmakers signed a letter supporting a detransitioner’s case, heard on Feb. 11 by the Texas Supreme Court, that was originally dismissed based on the expiration of the statute of limitations. The state lawmakers vowed to support legislation next year to extend the statute of limitations for detransitioners. Soren Aldaco filed a lawsuit in 2023 asking for more than $1 million in damages, claiming that doctors pressured her into gender-reassignment procedures, gave her “life-altering” hormones at 17, and later “botched” a double mastectomy. Trammell said that at the very least, the statute of limitations on cases involving minors shouldn’t start until they turn 18. “They should have five to 10 years at least to be able to make those decisions for things that happen to them as 13-, 14-, 15-year-olds,” he said. Tyler Durden Tue, 02/17/2026 - 18:25

Spanish National Evacuated from Cruise Ship Tests Positive for Hantavirus
WorldCNNdr-dkcbc+18nosaktualne-czdelfi-ltn1-serbiapolitikenobservadorjutarnji-liststraits-times+10 more2mo ago21 sources

Spanish National Evacuated from Cruise Ship Tests Positive for Hantavirus

A Spanish national evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship has tested positive for hantavirus, marking the second confirmed case in Spain. An epidemiologist stated that the hantavirus from the cruise ship is not a cause for panic or a pandemic threat.

Nigerian APC Primaries Conclude Amid Disputes and Protests
PoliticsAPNPRFrance 24+10Yahoostraits-timesvijesti-menewsbeastPremium Timeszerohedgeguardian-ngpunch-ng+2 more3mo ago13 sources

Nigerian APC Primaries Conclude Amid Disputes and Protests

The All Progressives Congress (APC) conducted its primary elections in multiple Nigerian states, determining candidates for various offices. While some winners were declared, the primaries faced significant challenges, including rejections of results by aspirants and protests over alleged irregularities.

Nebraska Voters Head to Polls for Primary Elections
PoliticsThe GuardianNPR3mo ago2 sources

Nebraska Voters Head to Polls for Primary Elections

Voters across Nebraska are participating in primary elections today, with particular attention on Democratic efforts to secure nominations for upcoming House and Senate races. The primaries will determine candidates for the general election.

Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Cruise Prompts International Response
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+92FTle-mondeThe GuardianAl JazeeraFox Newsnrknzzyle-uutiset+84 more3mo ago95 sources

Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Cruise Prompts International Response

An international hantavirus outbreak has been linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, with passengers returning home and several countries confirming cases. Health authorities are implementing containment measures, including quarantine recommendations, while investigating the source and potential spread of the virus.

Hantavirus Cruise Passengers Evacuated and Repatriated
HealthBBCThe Guardiandr-dk+48Fox Newsnrkyle-uutisetnosruvtagesschaufazaftonbladet+40 more3mo ago51 sources

Hantavirus Cruise Passengers Evacuated and Repatriated

Passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship, where hantavirus was detected, are being evacuated and repatriated to their home countries from Tenerife. Many are undergoing precautionary quarantine upon arrival, though some are reported to be asymptomatic.

Hantavirus Cruise Ship Evacuation Coordinated in Canary Islands
HealthBBCNYTle-monde+63The GuardianAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatnosruvfaz+55 more3mo ago66 sources

Hantavirus Cruise Ship Evacuation Coordinated in Canary Islands

The MV Hondius cruise ship, carrying passengers with confirmed hantavirus cases, is en route to the Canary Islands for evacuation and quarantine. The WHO chief is coordinating the response as local residents express fears and plan protests in Tenerife.

Nebraska Implements Medicaid Work Requirements
HealthNPRCNN3mo ago2 sources

Nebraska Implements Medicaid Work Requirements

Nebraska has become the first state to implement new Republican-backed work requirements for Medicaid recipients, a move that could lead to tens of thousands losing their health coverage. The policy's rollout has sparked significant concern among affected individuals.

Nebraska Huskers Softball Defeats UNO 11-4
WorldYahoo3mo ago

Nebraska Huskers Softball Defeats UNO 11-4

The Nebraska Huskers softball team secured an 11-4 victory over UNO, with the team responding strongly to the challenge posed by their likely NCAA tournament participant opponent.

Chinese National Arrested for Photographing US 'Doomsday' Plane
PoliticsFox NewsYahooTimes of India+1hindustan-times3mo ago4 sources

Chinese National Arrested for Photographing US 'Doomsday' Plane

A 21-year-old Chinese national, Tianrui Liang, was arrested at JFK Airport on charges of allegedly photographing a US military 'doomsday' plane without permission at a Nebraska air base. The arrest followed an investigation into the unauthorized photography of sensitive aircraft.

Democrats Gain Ground in Key Senate Races
PoliticsThe Independent4mo ago

Democrats Gain Ground in Key Senate Races

Democrats are seeing improved prospects in four major Senate races across Ohio, Nebraska, Georgia, and North Carolina, increasing the likelihood of the party gaining control of the Senate.

Trump Orders Payment for Unpaid DHS Employees Amid Shutdown
PoliticsAPReutersNYT+25wsjThe GuardianNPRFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbcruvtagesschau+17 more4mo ago28 sources

Trump Orders Payment for Unpaid DHS Employees Amid Shutdown

A memorandum from President Trump directs officials to ensure all Department of Homeland Security employees, including those in the Coast Guard, FEMA, and CISA, receive pay after going without during a prolonged government shutdown.

Road collapsed in an American city, cars fell into a hole
WorldFox NewsYahoocdm-me5mo ago3 sources

Road collapsed in an American city, cars fell into a hole

A section of road collapsed at a busy intersection in the American city of Omaha, Nebraska, and two cars with passengers fell into the hole, according to surveillance camera footage released by the city police. Driver

Trump's NATO Summit Performance Leaves Allies United on Paper, Uncertain in Practice
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+111FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox News+103 more1mo ago114 sources

Trump's NATO Summit Performance Leaves Allies United on Paper, Uncertain in Practice

President Trump's performance at the NATO summit in Ankara left allies united on paper but uncertain in practice, marked by a series of gaffes and a surprise shift on Ukraine. He also unexpectedly switched back to an older Air Force One after safety questions about a new Qatari jet.

Tornado Warnings Issued in Nebraska and Michigan
Worldhindustan-times2mo ago

Tornado Warnings Issued in Nebraska and Michigan

Tornado warnings were issued in Kearney, Nebraska, and Flint, Michigan, as severe storms rolled through the regions. Scary videos emerged appearing to show touchdowns in Freeland, Michigan, and alerts were active for Phelps and Harlan Counties in Nebraska.

Nebraska Primary Elections See Key Senate and Gubernatorial Races
PoliticsNYTwapoThe Guardian+3NPRFox Newsdelfi-lt3mo ago6 sources

Nebraska Primary Elections See Key Senate and Gubernatorial Races

Nebraska held its primary elections, with Republican Jim Pillen winning renomination for governor and Republican Pete Ricketts advancing in the Senate race, while the Democratic Senate primary winner announced plans to drop out to support an independent candidate.

Ex-Nebraska Coach Admits Sexual Relationship with Player
WorldThe IndependentYahoo3mo ago2 sources

Ex-Nebraska Coach Admits Sexual Relationship with Player

A former Nebraska women's basketball coach has admitted to having a sexual relationship with a player whom he later assisted in removing from the team. This admission has brought the details of the relationship to light.

Former Senator Warns of Global Birth Rate Crisis
HealthFox News3mo ago

Former Senator Warns of Global Birth Rate Crisis

Former Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse has expressed concern over a global birth rate crisis, suggesting that wealthier societies are increasingly choosing not to have children. He highlighted the demographic shift during an interview on '60 Minutes'.

Analysis Shows Democrats Gaining Momentum in Key States
Worldpolitiken4mo ago

Analysis Shows Democrats Gaining Momentum in Key States

A new analysis indicates a turning point for Democrats, with independent voters driving their progress in key states like North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, and Nebraska, potentially leading to a Senate majority in the midterms.

Omaha Police Fatally Shoot Woman After Child Abduction from Walmart
PoliticsBBCNYTder-standard+2die-pressestar-kenya4mo ago5 sources

Omaha Police Fatally Shoot Woman After Child Abduction from Walmart

Omaha police fatally shot a woman who had abducted a 3-year-old boy from a Walmart and cut him with a knife. The incident occurred after officers responded to the abduction report, with new reports confirming the shooting by Nebraska police.

‘Lanterns’ Trailer: Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart Solve a Small-Town Murder in HBO’s DC Series
Culturevarietydeadline5mo ago2 sources

‘Lanterns’ Trailer: Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart Solve a Small-Town Murder in HBO’s DC Series

The Green Lanterns are ready for action in the new DC Universe. HBO has unveiled the first trailer for DC Studios’ “Lanterns,” set to premiere in August. “Lanterns” centers around Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and new recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) as they investigate a murder in Nebraska. As Green Lanterns, the two are intergalactic […]

June Squibb Joins ‘Yellowjackets’ Fourth & Final Season
Culturedeadline5mo ago

June Squibb Joins ‘Yellowjackets’ Fourth & Final Season

EXCLUSIVE: June Squibb (Zootopia 2, Nebraska) has joined the cast of Showtime’s Yellowjackets for its fourth and final season. Details regarding her role are under wraps. Created and executive produced by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, Yellowjackets tells the saga of a team of talented high school girls soccer players who become the (un)lucky survivors of a […]

Sinkhole Swallows Two Cars in Nebraska
Worldiefimerida5mo ago

Sinkhole Swallows Two Cars in Nebraska

A terrifying video shows a sinkhole suddenly opening up on a road in Nebraska, swallowing two cars. Drivers managed to escape their vehicles unharmed, and authorities are investigating the incident.

Which US States Are Seeing Incomes Rise The Fastest (And Slowest)
Financezerohedge6mo ago

Which US States Are Seeing Incomes Rise The Fastest (And Slowest)

Which US States Are Seeing Incomes Rise The Fastest (And Slowest) Since 2019, U.S. household incomes have surged - rising from $68,700 to $83,730 nationally, a 21.9% increase in just five years. But where you live matters a lot. While some states tracked close to the national average, others saw incomes climb at nearly double the pace, driven by booming local industries and major investment. States like Colorado posted outsized gains, while Georgia’s expanding EV industry brought billions in investment and rising paychecks. The map, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, shows which states saw the fastest growth in median household income from 2019 to 2024, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Trends in Median Income by State Below, we show the change in median household income for all 50 U.S. states and D.C. between 2019 and 2024 using nominal figures (not adjusted for inflation): Rank State Change in Median Household Income Median Household Income 2019 Median Household Income 2024 1 Colorado 46.9% $72,500 $106,500 2 Georgia 43.4% $56,630 $81,210 3 Maine 36.3% $66,550 $90,730 4 Montana 36.1% $60,190 $81,920 5 Tennessee 34.0% $56,630 $75,860 6 Rhode Island 31.6% $70,150 $92,290 7 Massachusetts 29.9% $87,710 $113,900 8 Florida 29.6% $58,370 $75,630 9 Iowa 29.4% $66,050 $85,480 10 Missouri 29.4% $60,600 $78,390 11 California 28.8% $78,100 $100,600 12 New Hampshire 28.7% $86,900 $111,800 13 North Dakota 25.8% $70,030 $88,080 14 Mississippi 25.0% $44,790 $55,980 15 Ohio 24.5% $64,660 $80,520 16 South Dakota 24.3% $64,260 $79,850 17 Michigan 23.9% $64,120 $79,460 18 South Carolina 23.8% $62,030 $76,780 19 Idaho 23.7% $65,990 $81,650 20 Utah 23.0% $84,520 $104,000 21 Wisconsin 22.6% $67,350 $82,560 22 New York 20.8% $71,850 $86,830 23 Texas 20.8% $67,440 $81,490 24 Wyoming 20.8% $65,130 $78,680 25 New Mexico 20.8% $53,110 $64,140 26 Oregon 20.5% $74,410 $89,700 27 Virginia 20.2% $81,310 $97,720 28 Kansas 19.9% $73,150 $87,690 29 Arizona 19.9% $70,670 $84,700 30 Arkansas 18.9% $54,540 $64,840 31 Washington 18.3% $82,450 $97,500 32 New Jersey 18.0% $87,730 $103,500 33 Nebraska 17.9% $73,070 $86,140 34 West Virginia 17.6% $53,710 $63,150 35 Louisiana 17.5% $51,710 $60,740 36 Alabama 16.7% $56,200 $65,560 37 Alaska 16.4% $78,390 $91,260 38 Kentucky 16.4% $55,660 $64,790 39 Delaware 15.7% $74,190 $85,860 40 Indiana 15.0% $66,690 $76,710 41 Maryland 14.8% $95,570 $109,700 42 Vermont 14.7% $74,310 $85,260 43 Connecticut 13.7% $87,290 $99,240 44 Nevada 13.7% $70,910 $80,590 45 Pennsylvania 13.4% $70,580 $80,060 46 Minnesota 13.4% $81,430 $92,350 47 Illinois 13.2% $74,400 $84,210 48 District of Columbia 12.6% $93,110 $104,800 49 Hawaii 11.6% $88,010 $98,240 50 Oklahoma 9.9% $59,400 $65,310 51 North Carolina 9.9% $61,160 $67,220 Colorado’s thriving tech industry helped push median income up 46.9%, the fastest rise across states. With $165,606 in average earnings across the sector in 2023, Colorado ranked sixth-highest nationally. From software to renewable energy, employment growth has expanded by double- or even triple-digit percentages across various roles since 2018. Georgia ranks in a close second, with median incomes climbing 43.4%. In particular, the EV and aerospace sectors are playing a key role in job creation. Since 2018, the state has seen $27.3 billion in investment across EV, aerospace, and battery manufacturers including Rivian and SK Battery America. Maine, meanwhile, saw wages rise 36.3%. In 2024, wages across the tech sector saw the steepest jump of 11.4% while those in the construction sector saw strong gains of 8.5%. Other factors, such as its older population and tight labor market, have further boosted wages. Falling near the middle of the pack were New York and Texas, each with wage gains of 20.8% between 2019 and 2024. By contrast, North Carolina and Oklahoma saw only 9.9% cumulative wage growth, the weakest performance nationwide. Median household income in both states remains well below the U.S. average and still trails pre-pandemic levels. To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on average hourly earnings by state in 2025. Tyler Durden Sat, 02/14/2026 - 22:45