#california

Blue Shield of California, a nonprofit health insurance company, has announced permanent layoffs. These job cuts affect 69 employees across several California locations. The impacted counties include Alameda, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, San Joaquin, Shasta, and El Dorado. The largest number of affected employees, 17, are in San Joaquin County. Notice for these layoffs was issued on March 13, 2026, with the effective date set for April 8, 2026.

https://www.edhat.com/california/news/california-based-health-insurance-company-to-layoff-69-employees-across-multiple-locations/

Crystal Dynamics recently laid off 20 employees from its workforce. This reduction included both developers and operations team members. The studio explained it analyzes its structure as games advance development stages. This marks the fourth round of layoffs for the company since March 2025. The studio confirmed these cuts will not impact Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis or Tomb Raider: Catalyst.

https://wnhub.io/news/hr/item-50363

Gossamer Bio announced poor results from a key study. The San Diego company's stock value dropped by 78%. Gossamer Bio is now laying off 77 workers. This cut reduces its workforce by 48%. The company aims to conserve cash and plans to meet with the FDA.

San Diego, California

https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/gossamer-bio-layoffs-22084095.php

Atlassian, an Australian tech company, is laying off 252 workers in California. This is part of a larger 1,600-worker reduction, representing 10% of its staff. CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes stated the cuts fund investment in artificial intelligence and sales. Most affected California employees were remote workers. The company offered extensive severance packages to those impacted.

https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/ceo-apology-atlassian-layoffs-22082045.php

Vistagen Therapeutics announced a roughly 20% workforce reduction on March 5, 2026, to cut costs and prioritize resources for its social anxiety nasal spray, fasedienol. This restructuring aims to extend the company’s cash runway while advancing its ongoing pipeline, specifically the PALISADE-4 Phase 3 trial.

https://uk.investing.com/news/sec-filings/vistagen-therapeutics-reduces-workforce-by-20-percent-to-manage-costs-93CH-4552464

The Los Angeles Unified School District announced staff layoffs. This action comes amidst a significant budget shortfall. The district faces an $877 million deficit. These layoffs are a direct result of the financial challenges. The district is addressing its budget imbalance.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/video/news/local/lausd-issues-staff-layoffs-amid-877m-budget-shortfall/3861863/

City College's Board of Trustees took no action on proposed staff layoffs. Four classified IT department staff faced potential layoffs. Faculty and staff criticized the layoffs and superintendent's pay raises. The CSEA union had not reviewed the layoff data. The tie vote means negotiations will now proceed.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.thechannels.org/news/2026/03/16/board-of-trustees-take-no-action-on-classified-staff-layoffs-after-3-3-vote/

San Diego Unified School District faces significant staff reductions. More than 200 positions are currently at risk of elimination. These roles include cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and teacher aides. The district aims to reassign half of the affected employees. Final layoff decisions must be made by May 15.

San Diego, California

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/hundreds-face-layoffs-san-diego-unified-school-district-cut-staff/3995669/

Another round of layoffs has happened. We’re in the California division. Anyone experiencing more layoffs this quarter?

What will Chevron do now that Trump is planning to restart ops offshore California?

KBR Services LLC is laying off 758 workers. These job cuts are at Fort Irwin, California. The company cited a decrease in customer work. Layoffs are scheduled to occur by May 6. KBR provides logistics and maintenance support for the military.

Fort Irwin, California

https://www.sfchronicle.com/california/article/layoffs-kbr-defense-contractor-22073260.php

Smaller Agile teams - This means more flattening of organization with high-level individual contributors oversee the team. So Directors/Snr Directors/VP's and SVP's will be high targets as mentioned in this forum earlier. Executives might be forced to take technical roles. Directors/Managers with minimal number of reports beware.

High cost centers like Bay area, East coast is going to be affected more. Expecting around 2500 -3500 people to be cut. India around 1500 - 3000 people. All the pending members in legacy products, FMW products working in California will be major targets.

Lots of low profile developers, freshers will be cut down to make Org lean and clean. Yes recent college grads might need to brush up their leetcode skills. Visa holders from Bay area better start looking around...

Overall expect something in 5000-8000 count. Get ready folks

Fresno Unified plans to cut at least 200 certificated and classified staff positions. District officials, however, expect almost no employees to lose their jobs. Impacted staff will have options to bump down or move to alternative roles. The district faces an $88.82 million deficit this year. A union leader suggests using $81 million in discretionary funds, but the CFO states these funds are already committed.

https://fresnoland.org/2026/03/10/fresno-unified-layoffs-4/

The school district in Berkeley issued 351 preliminary notices. This action stems from an anticipated budget shortfall. Most affected staff are non-credentialed classified employees. California law requires these notices by March 15. Final decisions will occur after the state budget is finalized in June.

https://www.berkeleyside.org/2026/03/10/busd-layoff-reassignment-preliminary-notices

A WARN was issued Jan 1 2026 for layoffs on March 16 2026 https://www.warntracker.com/?company=ukg

Probably be a sign for more layoffs in the coming week

A College Planning Council meeting addressed campus updates. Superintendent-president Erika Endrijonas announced upcoming faculty layoffs. Four to five positions in business services and IT will be affected. The college also plans to streamline its technology infrastructure. These IT changes are expected to save $72,000.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.thechannels.org/news/2026/03/09/college-planning-council-discusses-faculty-layoffs-upcoming-it-changes/

Initial unemployment claims in California decreased last week. The U.S. Department of Labor reported this data. New jobless claims dropped to 42,065 for the week ending February 28. This figure was lower than the 42,563 reported the previous week. Nationally, U.S. unemployment claims held steady at 213,000.

https://www.redding.com/story/news/2026/03/08/unemployment-numbers/88998587007/

The Soquel Union Elementary School District board approved layoffs. Seventeen staff members were affected by this decision. The City of Soledad also opened a new facility. This facility provides transitional housing. It serves individuals from a Salinas River encampment.

https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-03-09/soledad-opens-transitional-housing-facility-soquel-school-board-approves-layoffs

Ferrara Candy Company will lay off workers at its Fairfield site. Sixty-nine employees will lose their positions. This action consolidates administrative services at an out-of-state headquarters. Layoffs will happen in phases from June through January 2027. Manufacturing, warehousing, and the Visit Center jobs remain unaffected.

Fairfield, CA

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/jelly-belly-plans-fairfield-layoffs/ar-AA1WOXBR?apiversion=v2&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&batchservertelemetry=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1

The Coachella Valley Unified School District board approved new employee layoffs. This decision will eliminate more than 80 positions. The plan targets $25.4 million in budget reductions. This ensures financial solvency over three years. These reductions affect both teaching and non-teaching staff.

https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/education/2026/03/06/cvusd-board-layoffs-deficit-coachella-valley-unified/88989664007/

Six non-teaching employees in Upland schools received layoff notices. The Upland Unified School District board voted unanimously on February 24. This action is a contingency for budget planning. The layoffs are due to a lack of funds or work. Affected positions include a secretary, maintenance worker, groundskeeper, custodian, and IT technician.

Upland, California

https://www.dailybulletin.com/2026/03/07/6-layoff-notices-okd-in-upland-schools/

Sacramento City Unified is considering approximately 380 additional layoffs. These cuts primarily target non-teaching staff and central office employees. The school board will vote on the proposed layoffs at an upcoming meeting. The district faces a significant $113 million budget deficit. This follows a previous approval to eliminate over 400 positions.

https://www.abridged.org/news/sacramento-city-unified-400-more-layoffs/

Supernal, Hyundai's eVTOL subsidiary, announced significant layoffs. The company cut 296 jobs on February 27. This decision highlights ongoing challenges in the advanced air mobility sector. Supernal is not yet ready to bring its product to market. A small team of 70 to 80 employees remains to maintain essential operations.

https://www.el-balad.com/6866550

Alameda Health System deferred major layoffs planned for March 9. County officials voted to delay the cuts and form a working group. The system planned to lay off nearly 250 employees due to federal funding cuts. These cuts include historic reductions to Medicaid payments. The working group will address the system's fiscal imbalance.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/health/article/alameda-health-system-layoffs-delayed-21953564.php

The district plans to cut over 200 jobs. Preliminary layoff notices will soon go out. Exactly 221 positions are slated for elimination. The proposed cuts could save $19 million. The board approved moving forward with these initial reductions.

https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/sdusd-layoff-preliminary-notices/

San Francisco aims to reduce $400 million in annual spending. Mayor Daniel Lurie proposes eliminating at least 500 city positions. This action addresses a significant budget deficit. City departments must submit new staffing plans by March 12. The specific departments affected by cuts are not yet clear.

https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/lurie-calls-for-hundreds-of-city-job-cuts-in-effort-to-close-budget-deficit/

Poway Unified School District trustees approved staff changes on February 26. Two employees received layoff notices. Seven certificated and three classified staff members were reassigned. Early retirement incentives were also approved. These measures address budget cuts and declining student enrollment.

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/03/01/poway-unified-trustees-approve-two-layoff-notices-and-offer-early-retirement-incentives/

Wescom Financial is planning 72 permanent layoffs. These job cuts will be effective April 21, 2026. California WARN records confirm this information. The layoffs are spread across 18 company locations. Anaheim will see the largest single-site impact.

https://www.cutoday.info/Fresh-Today/Wescom-Financial-Slates-72-Layoffs-State-Records-Show

The San Marcos Unified School District board considered staff reductions. The district faces a $10 to $11 million budget deficit next year. A proposal to reduce elementary school librarians' hours was blocked. However, layoff notices were approved for about 17 teachers, social workers, and counselors. District leaders anticipate further cuts in the coming years due to declining enrollment and rising costs.

https://www.kpbs.org/news/education/2026/02/27/san-marcos-school-board-considers-layoffs-amid-falling-enrollment-higher-costs

First Brands Group is closing its western distribution center. This facility is located in Patterson, California. The closure will affect 98 workers. Layoffs are scheduled for April 4 and April 30. This action follows fraud accusations against the company's founder.

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/98-workers-stanislaus-county-face-020213695.html

First Brands Group will close its western distribution center in Patterson. This closure will result in 98 job losses for workers. Ninety-one employees will be laid off on April 4. The remaining seven employees will lose their jobs on April 30. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last September amid fraud accusations against former executives.

https://www.kcra.com/article/stanislaus-county-layoff-first-brands-group-closes-facility-patterson/70563533

California's wine industry is experiencing significant economic and market pressures. U.S. wine revenue and production both declined in 2025. Factors include changing consumer preferences, overproduction, and trade barriers. Several wineries and related businesses have announced closures or layoffs. Constellation Brands and Gallo are among the companies affected by these industry shifts.

https://patch.com/california/healdsburg/why-layoffs-are-spreading-california-wine-country

eBay announced global workforce reductions affecting 800 employees. About 271 Bay Area workers are impacted by these cuts. This includes 243 employees at its San Jose headquarters. An additional 28 workers in San Francisco are also affected. The company stated these layoffs align with strategic priorities.

https://patch.com/california/concord-ca/mass-layoffs-begin-these-major-bay-area-companies

The Alvord Unified School District Board approved layoffs for up to 123 employees. This decision was made on February 12 to reduce spending. The district cited a steady decline in student enrollment over the past decade. Up to 101 teacher positions and 22 classified positions will be cut. These actions aim to ensure long-term financial stability for the district.

https://riversiderecord.org/alvord-unified-approves-layoffs-citing-decreased-enrollment-budget-instability/

The WCCUSD school board approved significant job and program cuts. These reductions aim to address the district's $127.2 million deficit. Approximately 300 full-time equivalent positions are affected. Positions include teachers, administrators, groundskeepers, and the JROTC program. The cuts are projected to save $87 million for the district.

https://richmondside.org/2026/02/27/wccusd-school-board-approves-hundreds-of-job-cuts/

The Santa Clara Unified Board of Trustees unanimously approved staff layoffs. This decision impacts 11 temporary certificated staff, 36 classified employees, and 70 certificated employees. The certificated layoffs include 51 classroom teaching positions. Superintendent Dr. Damon Wright cited fiscal responsibility for the reductions. Affected employees will receive notification by March 15.

https://www.svvoice.com/santa-clara-unified-layoffs-pass-unanimously/

Pasadena Unified's school board unanimously approved a plan. This plan finalizes layoffs for over 160 staff members. The district faces a $30 million budget deficit. These job reductions are necessary to balance the budget. Layoff notices will be sent to affected staff by mid-March.

https://laist.com/news/education/pasadena-unified-board-approves-layoffs

The Oakland Unified School District board approved significant layoffs. Over 400 positions could be affected by this decision. The district faces a large budget deficit. These cuts impact various staff, including counselors and nurses. Layoffs will begin next school year.

https://www.ktvu.com/news/oakland-school-board-approves-400-layoffs

Alum Rock district leaders are considering significant staff reductions. Up to 38 employees could face layoffs. This includes positions like school liaisons. The district faces an $8 million budget deficit. Declining enrollment and lost grant funding caused the shortfall.
San Jose, California

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/alum-rock-school-district-staff-layoffs/4043494/