Michigan Unemployment Rate 4.2 percent In June; Unchanged From May
Figures released Wednesday by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget show the state's unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2 percent in June.
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Figures released Wednesday by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget show the state's unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2 percent in June.
A lawsuit can move forward over how Michigan bungled unemployment fraud cases.
The state says Michigan's unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in November, unchanged from October.
Michigan's unemployment rate fell by a tenth of a percentage point to 3.9 percent in October.
The state's Unemployment Insurance offices are adjusting their hours as part of an effort to better serve the public.
More Detroit residents had jobs in September than at any other time this decade.
Michigan's unemployment rate fell by a tenth of a percentage point to 4.0 percent in September.
The sponsor of proposed Medicaid work requirements said Monday that lawmakers are removing a provision to exempt recipients who live in Michigan counties with high unemployment, saying it would have been too difficult to administer and denying allegations of racism.
According to a new report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employers were advertising openings for 6.55 million positions in March. The May 8 release adds that 6.59 million Americans were unemployed at that time
Michigan lawmakers are planning more oversight hearings to investigate how thousands of people receiving unemployment benefits were wrongly accused of fraud.
Michigan's jobless rate dipped to 4.5 percent in July, a slight drop from the previous month and lowest in 15 years.
Michigan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 4.8 percent remained the same in April as it was the previous month.
The biggest increases were in the Flint, Monroe, and Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan areas.
Michigan's unemployment rate has fallen again, pulling even with the national rate for the first time in 15 years, the state announced Wednesday.
The department says March's regional unemployment rates ranged from a low of 3.5 percent in the Ann Arbor area to a high of 10 percent in the northeastern Lower Peninsula.
The suit says Michigan's "robo-adjudication system" violates applicants' constitutional rights.
"We should be proud that our hard work in reinventing Michigan is showing results," Gov. Snyder said.
Despite the increase, unemployment does remain down from a year ago.
"The continuing drop in Michigan's unemployment rate is both an affirmation and a call to action," Gov. Rick Snyder said.
Gov. Rick Snyder announced plans Tuesday to "dramatically" restructure state government to help the poor enter society's mainstream ...
The numbers are out for Michigan's major labor market areas ... seasonally unadjusted jobless rates for October and November.
Michigan added 11,000 new jobs in November.
The Michigan appeals court says workers can qualify for unemployment pay if they're fired for using medical marijuana.
Linking job training to industry demand is key to the administration's strategy to improve wages and reduce unemployment.
The state Department of Technology, Management & Budget announced the December job figure Wednesday.
The father of 22-year-old Haja Cedano, from Kentucky, is speaking out after his daughter was killed in a shooting at a funeral repast in Detroit last week.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
At least four people have died, and several others were injured after multiple tornadoes ripped through Southwest Michigan on Friday, authorities say.
If passed by the voters, the proposal would create a new voter ID requirement and voter roll verification.
In a show of solidarity, organizers of the Save Our Children March in Detroit are gearing up for a protest to help victims of human trafficking this weekend.
At least two tornadoes were reported in Southwest Michigan on Friday amid severe weather, according to CBS Detroit's Chief Meteorologist Ahmad Bajjey.
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
The National Weather Service has issued a marginal risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather across southeast Michigan for Friday night.
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens announced on Thursday that he's seeking approval from the provincial government to place a temporary toll using Huron Church Road, which connects the bridge on the Canadian side.
The father of 22-year-old Haja Cedano, from Kentucky, is speaking out after his daughter was killed in a shooting at a funeral repast in Detroit last week.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.
Economists had forecast a gain of 60,000 jobs last month. The unexpected drop was due to job losses in health care and the federal government.
The time change known as daylight savings is set to start for 2026, meaning most Americans will lose an hour of sleep when they "spring forward" on Sunday, March 8.
Victor Wembanyama had 38 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in completing a sweep of Detroit, beating the Pistons 121-106 on Thursday night.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Matthew Tkachuk had his sixth career hat trick and the Florida Panthers beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker says he has requested a release from the team.
Victor Wembanyama had 38 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in completing a sweep of Detroit, beating the Pistons 121-106 on Thursday night.
A woman who worked for former University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore is no longer employed by the school.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
The Detroit Red Wings were relatively active ahead of the trade deadline on Friday. The Wings made three trades this week, including bringing in a top veteran name to help support the defense.
Three former presidents were among the dignitaries in Chicago on Friday, celebrating the life of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Catholics and other Christian denominations around the world are observing Lent. With that comes the Friday Fish Fry until Easter weekend. This week, we checked in with St. Isaac Jogues in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. CBS News Detroit gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how the Men's Club prepares.
The father of one of the victims who was killed at a Detroit funeral repast last week is speaking. The victim, a 22-year-old woman, was originally from Kentucky and was in the Detroit for the funeral.
At least four people have died, and several others were injured after multiple tornadoes ripped through Southwest Michigan on Friday, authorities say.