Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
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The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer is taking a role in the private sector, according to the White House.
A federal investigation looked into almost $2 million in losses to unemployment benefits in Michigan and other states.
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.
Surprise burst in hiring across the U.S. last month shows the labor market remains on solid ground.
Economists had expected CPI to rise at an annual rate of 3% last month.
The unemployment rate in November rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021.
Hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July, a sign the labor market is shifting into lower gear.
The Labor Department is seeking to pull back on the regulation of workplaces by rewriting or repealing more than 60 "obsolete" regulations.
Employers across the U.S. added 147,000 jobs in June, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%.
Companies have reported more than 744,000 job cuts this year — the highest figure since the first six months of 2020, according to an outplacement firm.
New study ranks the best job markets in the U.S. based on commute times, access to employer health insurance and other factors.
Employers across the U.S. added 139,000 jobs in May while the nation's unemployment rate remained at 4.2%, new data shows.
Employers across the U.S. added 177,000 jobs in April, a sign the labor market remains healthy despite concerns rising U.S. tariffs.
Investigators reportedly found that JMP Pizza Inc. allowed three children to work longer and later hours than laws permit.
A Mexican specialty supermarket and restaurant in Pontiac must pay $192,500 in back wages, damages and penalties after illegally denying workers overtime wages, officials said.
One of the minors reportedly suffered serious injuries and required surgery after falling from a roof.
Expanded federal overtime rule could result in employers paying workers an additional $1.5 billion, according to one estimate.
A Popeyes franchise owner in Troy is fined $48,000 for allegedly allowing teens to work over the hours permitted by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
So-called priest asked employees to confess about being late, if they had stolen or had "bad intentions" toward their employer.
A report of U.S. job cuts showed roughly 5% of job losses in May were due to AI technology.
The resolution would have nixed a Labor Department rule over how retirement plan managers pick investments.
Strike activity surged 50% in 2022, as workers clamored for higher pay, safer work conditions or recognition.
Hiring was stronger than economists had forecast, while the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%.
Michigan corrections officials have suspended a worker and paused all third-shift special assignments at a facility while investigating a cleaning project that involved inmates.
An Italian citizen was arrested after he crossed the international border into the United States from Canada by kayak, the U.S. Border Patrol said.
The motorcyclist was taken to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries, police said.
A total of eight vehicles were involved in the series of collisions Sunday night at Telegraph Road and Five Mile Road, police said.
The fire was reported at about 7:40 a.m. Monday in the 4300 block of Cicotte Street, near Michigan Avenue.
A total of eight vehicles were involved in the series of collisions Sunday night at Telegraph Road and Five Mile Road, police said.
The fire was reported at about 7:40 a.m. Monday in the 4300 block of Cicotte Street, near Michigan Avenue.
Gas prices continue to decline in Michigan, with the state average for regular unleaded now at $4.17 per gallon.
Michigan corrections officials have suspended a worker and paused all third-shift special assignments at a facility while investigating a cleaning project that involved inmates.
An Italian citizen was arrested after he crossed the international border into the United States from Canada by kayak, the U.S. Border Patrol said.
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.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
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 Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
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.
Denny Hamlin went from the rear to first again Sunday, winning at Michigan International Speedway to earn his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory from the pole position.
Kevin McGonigle homered in the fourth inning and hit a two-run single off All-Star closer Andrés Muñoz with two outs in the bottom of the ninth that gave the Detroit Tigers a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners.
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal pitched five scoreless innings Sunday in the two-time Cy Young Award winner's first minor league rehabilitation appearance since undergoing elbow surgery last month.
In his fourth major final, Alexander Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 for the French Open title on Sunday.
Carson Hocevar used to regularly attend Cup races at Michigan International Speedway as a fan, hoping to see a victory by his favorite driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Now the Spire Motorsports driver can inspire the next generation as a home state favorite on the 2-mile oval.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
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.
A total of eight vehicles were involved in the series of collisions, which happened about 11 p.m. at the area of Telegraph Road and Five Mile Road, the Redford Township Police Department said.
Four people were injured, with two of them taken to area hospitals, in the aftermath of an apartment building fire on Monday in Detroit, the Detroit Fire Department reported.
The historic Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C., is temporarily open for the public to visit with a special exhibit honoring America's 250. CBS News has this report.
The Palisades Fire in January 2025 left 12 people dead and burned thousands of homes and buildings in California. A trial in the case against a suspect is set to begin.
The Toledo community responds after a shooting near a weekend festival injures 12. Rochester is considering an e-bike ordinance. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in the CBS Detroit news brief.