#layoffs

A family-owned trucking company has announced its closure following a failed attempt to find a buyer after filing for bankruptcy. The business owes a significant amount to its lender, which contributed to its inability to continue operations. This closure will result in the permanent layoff of 74 employees. The company has begun liquidating its equipment as part of the formal winddown process. Notices were also sent to independent contractor drivers as a precautionary measure.

Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

https://www.wjfw.com/news/local/family-owned-sparhawk-trucking-closing-doors-with-74-employees-being-laid-off/article_5679aa00-880e-4ecb-a7a4-98ee657dddcc.html

The manufacturing firm Straub Design has initiated a round of layoffs. The exact number of affected employees was not specified in the report. This action comes as the company adjusts its operational capacity. Further details regarding the scope of the reduction were not provided. The company has not released a statement on the matter.

New Hope, Minnesota

https://tucson.com/image_7ba7d311-a832-47ec-ac60-c4e3d84af127.html

Who else ?

The NSI’s and PIPoffs in EMGL are the worst I’ve ever seen. Even in the crown-jewel of upstream they’re accelerating massively. It’s not just the HC10 employees getting chopped either, it’s the locals too which is a really bad look.

Everything is so lean right now that everyone is expecting a break or crash just around the corner. The people who proudly cut the budget for 2026 and were excited to tell us they were going to run so lean well find the breaking point have been promoted to other places. The rest of us are holding the bag and getting blamed. I would say it’s typical corporate America, but it’s past that at this point, it’s negligence and we all hope it doesn’t lead to a health, safety, or environmental catastrophe.

for you to wait around for things to improve. They won't.

The job market is improving. Do not wait for the company to force your hand.

Based on the town hall discussion, there appears to be considerable uncertainty regarding the company’s strategic direction and the implementation of the new operating model. The analogy that the “aircraft is being built while being flown by Captains JS and SS” may have been intended to acknowledge the complexity of the transition; however, for an organization with a market capitalization exceeding $30 billion, it could also reinforce employee concerns that the restructuring is proceeding without a sufficiently defined plan. The messaging did not provide the level of clarity, transparency, or reassurance employees reasonably expect from senior leadership during a period of significant organizational change. Some of the analogies used also seemed disconnected from the practical concerns facing employees, particularly regarding accountability, organizational stability, and the future structure of the business. This risks undermining trust and does not appear fully aligned with Pembina’s stated values of respect, transparency, and collaboration.

It would be helpful for senior leadership to provide a more direct update on the maintenance restructuring, including the intended organizational model, decision-making timelines, potential impacts on technical and engineering roles, and whether any further workforce reductions or layoffs are anticipated. The place is in a mess at the moment.

Xerox used to be a desirable place to work, decent pay, and great benefits. However, after decades of stale salaries they are basically paying minimum wage. If you take a look at the benefits, health insurance used to be worth something, but not it's just too expensive to use if you can even afford the premiums at all. They took our guaranteed vacation days away so now they are only as good as your manager that approves them. And now I hear that the tuition reimbursement program is suspended. Is there really any reason to stay?

Fire new rookie CEO's.
why are they still around after consecutive quarters failure to prove themselves.

Any bad guidance during the call will firmly put the stock in the $20s.
The result is already baked into the current stock price.

Let's pray, because if the guidance is bad then it will follow up by layoffs

Just wondering if anyone noticed any patterns in this round of layoffs? for example, whether certain groups seemed disproportionately affected, such as women, LGBTQ+ employees, employees over 40/50, racial or ethnic minorities, people of certain national origins or religions, pregnant employees, employees with disabilities or undergoing medical treatment, or anyone who had previously raised concerns, reported issues, discussed working conditions with coworkers, or engaged in other protected activity?

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/george-paras_after-18-years-nike-has-been-kicked-from-activity-7503441416581332993-VGHc

Hearing rumors tech is getting hit?

For mass layoffs in departments, for this round do they have the manager come talk to you one by one or will everyone get an email and meeting invite since it will be so many meetings?

Wearable tech company Whoop plans to hire over 600 employees in 2026, representing substantial growth. This hiring spree contrasts with recent predictions of significant job losses in Massachusetts due to AI. CEO Will Ahmed believes AI can be a "force multiplier" rather than a job displacer. The company is launching a new program to attract graduating college seniors. Whoop's expansion highlights a different perspective on the impact of artificial intelligence on the workforce.

Boston, MA

https://www.masslive.com/business/2026/09/bucking-ai-layoffs-narrative-whoop-ceo-says-company-will-hire-600-this-year.html

Initial jobless claims saw a minor decrease of 1,000 in the past week, reaching 206,000. This figure aligns closely with economist expectations. The ongoing low level of layoffs is indicated by this trend. The four-week moving average of claims also experienced a decline. These numbers suggest a stable labor market.

Washington D.C.

https://www.staffingindustry.com/news/global-daily-news/initial-jobless-claims-fall-by-1000-as-layoffs-remain-low

Meta is recalling some employees to management positions within its Applied AI division. This move represents a partial reversal of the company's recent strategy to reduce middle management. The program is voluntary for affected employees. This initiative comes after Meta previously downsized its workforce and management ranks. The company has not commented on this development.

Menlo Park, California

https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-asks-some-ai-employees-to-become-managers-again-2026-9

Ruiz Foods has announced another round of layoffs affecting 176 employees at its Dinuba, California facility. This marks the second such reduction in California since the company relocated its headquarters to Texas two years ago. The company cited a need to align production capacity with anticipated customer demand as the reason for the decision. Despite these layoffs, the Dinuba plant will remain operational and is considered a critical part of Ruiz Foods' manufacturing network. This follows a previous layoff of 215 employees at a Tulare facility.

Dinuba, California

https://www.sfgate.com/food/article/ruiz-foods-dinuba-layoffs-22426436.php

Indie game developer KO_OP is reducing its workforce by 13 employees to ensure the studio's survival. The company stated that this decision was made to prioritize the studio's continuation over profit maximization. KO_OP claims to have conducted these layoffs democratically, with the team aware of the financial situation and approving the decision. Affected staff, including team leads and executives, will receive their agreed profit share from the game Young Suns. The studio intends to rehire staff if future funding is secured.

Montreal, Quebec

https://www.techpowerup.com/352582/indie-studio-ko-op-holds-democratic-layoffs

There is an engineer in my group who was less than a year away from reaching retiree status who was put on a PIP. She was put on a pip five years ago as well so is now fired. Fired months from being able to receive retiree benefits after more than 30 years at Exxon. Now she is fired and no longer eligible for the retiree benefits. Are others seeing this as well?

News 4 and KABB in San Antonio have both experienced significant layoffs. A spokesperson for Sinclair Broadcast Group confirmed the job cuts, stating they were made to improve efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability. The exact number of positions eliminated was not disclosed. These layoffs follow similar reductions at other Sinclair-owned stations in Texas. This development reflects broader industry trends impacting local newsrooms.

San Antonio, Texas

https://www.mysanantonio.com/entertainment/article/news4-kabb-san-antonio-layoffs-22425351.php

The Fresno Bee has experienced significant staff reductions, with up to 40% of its workforce being laid off. These cuts are part of a broader trend affecting multiple newspapers owned by the McClatchy Media Company. Union representatives have expressed concerns that these layoffs are linked to the company's increasing use of AI for news generation. The reduction in staff leaves the paper with a considerably smaller team to cover a large and populous region. This move follows similar workforce reductions at other McClatchy publications across the country.

Fresno, California

https://fresnoland.org/2026/09/10/fresno-bee-layoffs-ai-chatbots/

Tenet Healthcare's revenue cycle subsidiary, Conifer Health Solutions, is eliminating 1,037 positions. This action stems from the termination of a contract with CommonSpirit Health. The layoffs are scheduled to commence in early November. Conifer is undergoing restructuring and technology upgrades. These changes are part of a pivot to new business opportunities.

Dallas, Texas

https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/tenet-laying-1000-conifer-employees-amid-commonspirit-contract-breakup

The Charlotte Observer has laid off eight employees, representing approximately a quarter of its newsroom staff. These cuts are part of broader layoffs occurring at publications owned by McClatchy Media. The company has not made a public announcement regarding these specific job reductions. This development follows a trend of challenges within the local news industry. The affected journalists expressed sadness and concern over the impact on community watchdog journalism.

Charlotte, North Carolina

https://www.thecharlotteledger.com/p/charlotte-observer-slashes-newsroom-staff

Pro Mujer is undergoing a significant restructuring that includes layoffs. This action comes as funders focused on gender lens and development are reducing their support. The organization is experiencing a pullback from these key investor groups. These changes indicate a shift in the funding landscape for Pro Mujer.

New York, NY

https://impactalpha.com/restructuring-and-layoffs-at-pro-mujer-common-good-fund-of-funds-from-ascension-and-anthos/

Emerson College is implementing layoffs affecting staff in finance and admissions departments. The institution attributes these workforce reductions to declining enrollment numbers. Increased competition for domestic students is also cited as a contributing factor. These job cuts extend to procurement roles as well. The college is adjusting its operations in response to these market pressures.

Boston, Massachusetts

https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2026/09/11/emerson-staff-layoff.html

Media company McClatchy has implemented significant layoffs across its newsrooms. Over ninety journalists have been impacted by these cuts. Several California newsrooms experienced substantial staff reductions. The affected roles include reporters, photographers, and videographers. These layoffs are anticipated to impact coverage of key local issues.

California

https://nypost.com/2026/09/10/media/california-newsrooms-decimated-in-the-bloodiest-round-of-layoffs-as-media-giants-culls-40-of-staff/

McClatchy Media has implemented significant layoffs across several of its Northwest newspapers. The Idaho Statesman is among the publications affected by these workforce reductions. The Pacific Northwest Newspaper Guild reports that 33% of unionized employees at multiple papers will lose their jobs. These cuts will impact local news coverage and the ability to hold powerful entities accountable. The guild has criticized the company's decision, suggesting it prioritizes profit over community service.

https://www.kivitv.com/news/idaho-statesman-hit-by-mcclatchy-layoffs-10-idaho-journalists-affected

Looking over all the bad decisions that VZ has made regarding the direction of the company since Dan has taken over with the direction of using AI has only really proven that, he should have replaced himself and most of the leadership with AI. The decisions that have been made have been horrible that even a 10 year old could have seen the outcome, from shipping many of the Engineering and Network Engineering positions to India to laying off and closing sales, Just stupid. So, I ran the last years events through Chat GPT as a model and asked for the a 12 recommendation of business direction. Funny, or not funny, top recommendation, eliminate Dan and most of the top team, and replaced with AI! LOL. He-l, definitely can't do worse and would save millions as well as save thousands of jobs and customers. However, like through the the years as I have pointed out known questionable and later proven fraudulent activities within the company and been told every time to "Stay in my lane". This time when it could save billions, and not just millions, and thousands of jobs, I have been told to stay in my lane. To bad Dan won't stand up and be a man and follow his own advice, and follow AI, and step down!

The Miami Herald has eliminated 30 positions, significantly impacting its editorial staff and local reporting capabilities. These layoffs are part of a broader downsizing by parent company McClatchy, which is also encouraging newsrooms to adopt artificial intelligence. Several other McClatchy-owned newspapers, including the Lexington Herald-Leader and Kansas City Star, have also experienced staff cuts. The affected journalists include those covering sports, city hall, and photography, as well as all staff from the Spanish-language paper El Nuevo Herald. Critics argue these reductions threaten the future of local journalism and accountability in Miami.

Miami, Florida

https://floridapolitics.com/archives/819430-devastating-miami-herald-eliminates-30-positions-in-latest-round-of-mcclatchy-layoffs/

McClatchy has significantly reduced its workforce at the Lexington Herald-Leader, laying off thirteen journalists. This action represents a majority of the newsroom's reporting staff. The company cited a need to align resources with changing audience engagement and subscriber interests. These layoffs are part of broader, nationwide reductions across McClatchy's newspaper holdings. The cuts leave the Herald-Leader with only two reporters covering city and state government.

Lexington, Kentucky

https://www.lpm.org/news/2026-09-10/mcclatchy-guts-lexington-herald-leader-newsroom-among-nationwide-layoffs

• Trinity Health - laying off 557 IT workers; second layoff wave of the year.
• MultiCare Health System - 100+ layoffs plus hospital/clinic closures in Washington.
• Lee Enterprises - staff cuts across its newspapers.
• Merck - another round of layoffs at its Rahway, New Jersey campus; 88 layoffs had also been announced there in June.
• McClatchy - major layoffs at newspapers nationwide, including the Lexington Herald-Leader.
• IG Group - reportedly preparing hundreds of layoffs as part of a consumer-business restructuring.
• Rugged Liner - 90 employees being laid off in connection with the closure of its Owosso operation.
• The Trade Desk - laying off more than 500 employees.
• Conifer / Tenet subsidiary - cutting 1,000+ jobs tied to the departure of a major customer.
• Texas Family Initiative LLC - planning a permanent mass layoff affecting 307 employees.
• Channel 4 - roughly 300 jobs reportedly at risk in what was expected to be its biggest round of layoffs.
• News 4 San Antonio and KABB Fox 29 - layoffs reported at the sister TV stations.
• Colorado Office of Information Technology - 173 state workers had been laid off; 15 were later rehired.
• Columbia - two of four career-advisor positions were eliminated in a recent round of staff layoffs.
• Full Sail University - named in a roundup about college layoffs; individual layoff count not provided.
• Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) - named in a roundup about college layoffs; individual layoff count not provided.
• Johns Hopkins - named in a roundup about college layoffs; individual layoff count not provided.
• Blueprint Medicines - said to have had the largest employee impact in an August biopharma layoff roundup.
• Oracle - described as having laid off more than 20,000 people.
• ESPN - mentioned in connection with a recent round of layoffs.
• Meta - mentioned in a story about a former employee who had been laid off.
• Blizzard / Microsoft - mentioned in stories discussing previous layoffs and new union protections against layoffs.
• Volkswagen / JLR - mentioned in connection with layoffs affecting thousands of jobs.
• Cognizant - mentioned in an article that references layoffs and reduced office space.

I heard it's a signficant cut that includes me.

Anyone know if or when there will be layoffs in September? Impacted entities or department? Specifically Optum health and Optum care

So no one has anything else to say about layoffs job cuts sites moving or selling off?

According to some inside guess, the scale of this round of layoffs may be much smaller than originally expected. It appears that only certain departments are accelerating outsourcing to India, with just a single-digit number of U.S.-based employees being laid off, rather than the large-scale workforce reductions that had initially been anticipated.

Someone previously posted an email from our beloved CEO about impending layoffs and most requisitions going to India. I was laid off a couple weeks ago. Was that email or any other corporate comms ever sent?

I worked as a senior director for centene for almost 9 years. There are several VPS that I would love to see handed their backside and would love to know if there is a list of VPs who have been let go, laid off, or left the company. There are several of them that I would love to see them on. The welfare line are absolutely broke. They deserve it.

With the layoffs last week, I was surprised when I was in a staffing meeting and my program has 5 open reqs from level 3 to level 6 that we are interviewing for. We also have 3 offers out.

This is a fu---d up company

I heard confirmed dates for US, Canada and India bur do anyone has an idea when will it happen in Mexico?