Trinity Health has announced the layoff of 557 employees, directly attributing the decision to federal cuts in Medicare and Medicaid. These cuts stem from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which significantly reduces Medicaid funding over the next... — read more 

The Michigan Economic Development Corp. will reduce its workforce by up to 15 percent. This decision stems from funding constraints and declining revenues. The agency stated its core mission of supporting businesses and communities remains a... — read more 

Rugged Liner, a subsidiary of RealTruck, will eliminate 90 positions at its Owosso facilities. The affected employees include production assemblers and machine operators. These layoffs are scheduled to occur in March 2027. The company has not... — read more 

They are back at it - 500 people are being cut. More outsourcing, the good old cookie cutter pattern - send jobs offshore and penny pinch. Execs are getting paid, patients and workers pay the price. It's so bad, and this has to stop at some time. It... — read more 

Trinity Health is implementing significant workforce reductions, impacting 557 employees in Livonia. These layoffs are a direct result of the organization's decision to outsource its information and technology services. The affected positions span... — read more 

Private equity firms are increasingly impacting Michigan's manufacturing sector through acquisitions and consolidations. This ownership model often leads to increased efficiency, which can result in significant layoffs. Companies like Trystar and... — read more 

T-Mobile is implementing a round of store closures and employee layoffs this fall. The company will be shutting down seven locations in Washington state. These closures will result in the layoff of 77 employees. Michigan stores are not affected by... — read more 

Two companies announced significant workforce reductions in Michigan during August. Groupe Beneteau, a French boat manufacturer, closed its Cadillac plant, impacting 239 employees. This closure followed 50 years of operation in the community... — read more 

Companies in Michigan are increasingly pointing to artificial intelligence as the reason for recent layoffs. However, experts suggest that the reality behind these workforce reductions is more complicated than just AI. While AI plays a role, other... — read more 

General Motors will implement 350 layoffs at two Lansing facilities starting January 14, 2027. These job reductions are expected to impact local businesses beyond the affected employees. Experts note that smaller suppliers heavily reliant on GM could... — read more 

General Motors is laying off 350 workers at two Lansing facilities. These layoffs are a result of a significant investment to retool the plants for future Cadillac sedan production. The affected employees will be impacted starting in mid-January. GM... — read more 

Dearborn officials have approved over $11 million for library renovations at two branches. This funding will modernize the Bryant and Esper library locations. However, the project will temporarily lead to layoffs for approximately 40 part-time... — read more 

Cumulus Media has recently implemented a series of layoffs across its operations. The exact number of employees affected nationwide is still being determined. Several individuals have confirmed their departure from the company this week. These cuts... — read more 

District Health Department No. 4 has successfully addressed its budget deficit through a combination of administrative actions, new funding, and staff reductions. The department eliminated one IT position and reduced another's pay, while also cutting... — read more 

New regulations in Michigan have increased the weekly job search requirements for individuals receiving unemployment benefits. Claimants must now complete three work search activities per week to maintain eligibility. The updated laws also provide... — read more 

Republic National Distributing Company has issued conditional layoff notices to 641 employees across five Michigan facilities. These notices are linked to a potential sale of the company's operations in control states. The transaction is with... — read more 

Fifth Third Bancorp is implementing further workforce reductions following its acquisition of Comerica Bank. The bank will eliminate 234 positions at a former Comerica operations center. This latest action brings the total number of job cuts in... — read more 

The acquisition of Comerica by Fifth Third Bank has generated significant local discussion. While the disappearance of a long-standing financial institution is noted, the controversy has escalated due to a perceived slight against a beloved local... — read more 

A new state budget has provided crucial funding for Genesee County's prosecutor's office. This development averts the threat of layoffs for 32 employees. The funding supports a program aimed at adding staff to prosecutor offices in high-crime areas... — read more 

Huntington Bank will close thirteen branches across Michigan. The majority of these closures will occur on August 28th. Two specific locations in Troy and Traverse City will close in November. The bank stated these decisions are part of regular... — read more 

Local manufacturing leaders are stepping up to assist employees facing job losses at Four Winns. B & P Manufacturing is actively recruiting and encouraging displaced workers to apply for open positions. A dedicated job fair is scheduled to connect... — read more 

A significant fire at its Grand Rapids warehouse has forced Notions Marketing to cancel all orders and lay off approximately 200 employees. The accidental blaze, believed to be caused by an internal electrical failure following a power surge, has... — read more 

A nurses union has filed a lawsuit against Sturgis Hospital. The union alleges the hospital violated state employment law. This action follows recent layoffs at the facility. The lawsuit seeks to address the alleged legal infractions. The hospital... — read more 

Bay City Public Schools is considering eliminating two teaching positions. This decision is part of an effort to match staffing levels with student enrollment. The school board will vote on the matter on July 13th. Superintendent Grant Hegenauer... — read more 

General Motors laid off over 1,000 workers at its Detroit Factory ZERO. The company then introduced 50 AI-powered collaborative robots at the same plant. GM stated the layoffs were temporary and unrelated to the new machines. UAW leaders expressed... — read more 

Two companies announced Michigan layoffs in June. Ascend Wellness Holdings planned to lay off 94 workers in Lansing. This followed the closure of its ca--abis facility. The Dako Group also planned to lay off 82 employees in Auburn Hills. These... — read more 

MMPA opened its Remus plant. Leprino Foods previously operated this site. Leprino ceased operations there in May 2025. MMPA will produce cottage cheese with Good Culture. More than 500,000 pounds of milk will be processed daily. Remus, Michigan ... — read more 

A state filing confirms job reductions at Beneteau. The company will affect 239 workers. Its Cadillac, Michigan, facility will close. Layoffs are scheduled to begin in August. Market downturn and Middle East conflict are cited as reasons. Cadillac... — read more 

Lucid Group Inc. is conducting its second round of layoffs this year. The electric vehicle startup is reducing its overall headcount. These job cuts affect a small number of Michigan workers. Specifically, the Southfield operations are impacted. This... — read more 

Dow is implementing global job reductions as part of its Transform to Overperform plan. These layoffs are now affecting employees in Midland, Michigan. Dow plans to reduce 4,500 global positions throughout 2026. The company has not disclosed specific... — read more 

General Motors is adding cobots to its Factory Zero. These collaborative robots are being introduced in Detroit. The factory previously experienced significant layoffs. The United Auto Workers union is expressing displeasure. UAW's concern stems from... — read more 

Michigan's economy continues to expand, but job growth is slowing. A West Michigan survey revealed the employment index turned negative in May. This indicates employers are becoming more cautious about hiring. Statewide forecasts predict slower... — read more 

General Motors produces profitable pickup trucks at its Flint Assembly Plant. This plant relies on daily axle deliveries for production. A strike at an American Axle facility threatens these critical shipments. Union workers initiated the strike on... — read more 

Flint City Council must approve its budget by Monday night. Failure to do so risks violating the city charter. This could lead to staff layoffs and service interruptions. Mayor Sheldon Neeley expects his balanced budget to pass. Candice Mushatt... — read more 

Fifth Third Bancorp will close 75 Michigan locations. This action follows the company's acquisition of Comerica. Layoffs are expected, but the company prioritizes moving staff to other roles. The closures and brand transition are scheduled for Labor... — read more 

Navitas Systems announced 82 job layoffs. The company also plans to close one or two of its Ann Arbor locations. These changes stem from a business refocus by its owner. East Penn Manufacturing is strengthening its Motive Power Lithium battery... — read more 

Acrisure is laying off 2,250 employees. This reduction represents 11% of its total workforce. The layoffs will begin now and continue in phases into 2027. These changes primarily impact U.S.-based operations. The company cites advances in technology... — read more 

General Motors initiated a new round of layoffs. The cuts affected 500 to 600 salaried IT employees. These layoffs primarily occurred in Michigan and Texas. GM stated this is part of transforming its IT organization. The company faces criticism for... — read more 

Ascend Wellness Holdings will close its mari--ana grow operation in Lansing. This action will result in 95 employee layoffs. The facility requires repairs and remediation following a fire. Operations are scheduled to cease by June 26. The company... — read more 

Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis reduced their American professional staff. More than twenty thousand individuals were affected by these cuts. General Motors made the deepest personnel cuts. Ford and Stellantis also decreased their employee... — read more