Workers in several states may see an increase as minimum wages are implemented. Here’s where that wage will be highest starting in 2025.

Over 9.2 million minimum-wage workers will have higher paychecks this year as 21 states raised their wage floors to adjust for inflation, ballot measures, and legislation.

New legislation and ongoing legal battles mean employers have a lot to keep on top of this year, from pay transparency to workplace safety issues.

Illinois ranked near the bottom of the nation when it comes to wages for entry-level workers in 2024, according to ...