Extended Unemployment Benefits On The Line
The U.S. Department of Labor has some bad news for 35,000 jobless people in Michigan.
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The U.S. Department of Labor has some bad news for 35,000 jobless people in Michigan.
Michigan's jobless picture keeps getting brighter.
Members of Jobs with Justice gathered at Hart Plaza to rally for the creation of a national federal jobs program
The nation's unemployment rate has fallen to eight-point-nine percent -- a nearly two-year low.
The unemployment rate is sinking at the fastest pace in half a century because a surprisingly large number of people say they're finding work.
Unemployment numbers are down, but job creation continues to be weak.
Michigan says the seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate is down statewide and in 14 of the 17 major regional labor markets.
Michigan's unemployment rate dropped steeply in December, decreasing to its lowest rate in nearly two years.
We're awaiting Michigan's jobless numbers, due out later today. It follows the national unemployment rate, which dropped to 9.4-percent percent last month, the lowest level in 19 months.
Economists are predicting that employers added a net total of 145,000 jobs last month and that the unemployment rate dipped to 9.7 percent.
The state says the seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate is down in 14 of the state's 17 major regional labor markets, with the statewide rate down 0.7 percentage points to 11.3 percent in the latest monthly report.
Michigan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell four-tenths of a percentage point to 12.4 percent in November, mainly because there are fewer workers in the state, Michigan's labor agency announced Wednesday.
Snyder, who comes into office with a state unemployment rate among the nation's highest and a looming deficit of roughly $1.7 billion, is making it a priority to keep college graduates from bolting.
Chanting "Fight, Don't Starve, Extend Unemployment Benefits Now," a small group of protestors want to send a message to Governor Granholm.
Unemployment benefits help drive the economy because the jobless tend to spend every dollar they get, pumping cash into businesses.
A teen girl has been arrested and charged for allegedly stabbing three horses during a racing event in Las Vegas, police said.
Claims have circulated on social media that fingerprints can be pulled from photos featuring peace signs, but experts say the risk to the average person is low.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
Trump tells his critics to "sit back and relax" after another exchange of airstrikes tests the shaky U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Senate Democrats are launching a coordinated effort to kill the Trump administration's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The neighbor of the man suspected of crashing his vehicle into the Evans Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport on Friday is speaking out.
A teen girl has been arrested and charged for allegedly stabbing three horses during a racing event in Las Vegas, police said.
Claims have circulated on social media that fingerprints can be pulled from photos featuring peace signs, but experts say the risk to the average person is low.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The community space, which has been under renovation since October 2025, includes a swing set, play area and seating with umbrellas.
A teen girl has been arrested and charged for allegedly stabbing three horses during a racing event in Las Vegas, police said.
Claims have circulated on social media that fingerprints can be pulled from photos featuring peace signs, but experts say the risk to the average person is low.
Former Vice President Mike Pence said on Sunday that he hopes the administration will drop its new "anti-weaponization fund" that has sparked pushback on Capitol Hill among Republicans.
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, said Saturday that President Trump will kick off the event on June 24 in an opening ceremony.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
The tentative agreement means roughly 300,000 Blue Cross members will continue receiving care at Michigan Medicine facilities as in-network services.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
St. Clair County health officials have identified the county's first salmonella case linked to a multistate outbreak associated with backyard poultry.
Colson Montgomery homered and Tristan Peters' RBI single put Chicago ahead as the White Sox rallied with two runs in the seventh inning to beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Sunday for their fifth straight win.
Alex Palou won the Detroit Grand Prix on Sunday afternoon after starting in the top position and leading the field through the downtown streets.
Earlier this year, the Detroit Police Department started an initiative aimed at building trust between law enforcement and the community through basketball. On Saturday, the Hoopin' with Cops youth recreational league got to watch their mentors in action.
Chicago White Sox topped the Detroit Tigers 7-1 on Saturday without injured slugger Munetaka Murakami.
Miguel Vargas hit a two-run homer with two outs in the 10th inning to give the Chicago White Sox a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
The City of Monroe will hold a grand opening Monday afternoon for the recently updated Arthur Lesow Community Center. The building had a nearly $10 million renovation to include a bigger library space along with its recreation and meeting areas.
AAA says Michigan's gas prices dropped noticeably this week, although they are still higher than earlier this year.
The Restore the Reuther construction project has entered a particularly tricky stage in terms of ramps and detours. MDOT said thousands of people will notice the traffic impact.
Police in Taylor, Michigan, are looking for a suspect in one of two robberies that officials say happened at the Southland Center on Saturday.
Prices for both new and used vehicles are nearing record highs, according to industry reports.