Michigan employment news

Michigan’s Job Market Faces Challenges in January 2024

News Summary Michigan's job market experienced fluctuations in January 2024, with the unemployment rate rising slightly to 5.3%. Despite the…

16 hours ago

Unemployment Claims Rise in Michigan Amid Federal Job Cuts

News Summary Michigan is witnessing an increase in unemployment claims as the state reports 6,502 filings for the week ending…

16 hours ago

Ontario Implements 25% Electricity Export Surcharge

News Summary Ontario has announced a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U.S. starting March 10, 2025, in response…

4 days ago

Layoffs Impact FOX 17 Broadcasting Station in Grand Rapids

News Summary FOX 17, a local news station in Grand Rapids, has announced significant layoffs amid changing viewer habits and…

7 days ago

Flagstar Bank to Lay Off 424 Employees Amid Restructuring

News Summary Flagstar Bank has announced layoffs of 424 employees at its Corporate Drive location in Troy, Michigan, as part…

1 week ago

Michigan Announces $8.7 Million Funding for Adult Education

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan has unveiled an investment of over $8.7 million aimed at enhancing adult education…

1 week ago

Michigan Sugar Company President Attends Congressional Address

News Summary Neil Juhnke, President and CEO of Michigan Sugar Company, will represent family farmers at President Trump's address to…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Experiences Decrease in Unemployment Claims

News Summary Recent data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows that initial filings for unemployment benefits in Michigan have…

2 weeks ago

Raising Cane’s Set to Open in Portage, MI

News Summary A new Raising Cane's restaurant is on the way to Portage, Michigan, situated at the busy intersection of…

2 weeks ago

Michigan’s New Paid Sick Leave Law: Key Changes Explained

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed House Bill 4002, making vital updates to Michigan's paid sick leave law. The…

2 weeks ago