US adds 4.8 million jobs as unemployment falls to 11.1%
While the jobless rate was down from 13.3% in May, it is still at a Depression-era level. And the data was gathered during the second week of June, just before a number of states began to reverse or suspend the reopenings of their economies to try to beat back the virus.
Walmart hires 265,000 veterans, promotes more than 44,000 to higher-paying roles
In addition to the VWHC, Walmart introduced the Military Spouse Career Connection on Veterans Day in 2018 to provide employment opportunities for military families.
JCPenney to close 10 locations in Michigan as part of 149 store closures nationwide
JCPenney announced last week that it would close 136 across the country and on Monday announced 13 more would be closed. In the 149 total closures in the past five days, ten of the locations are in Michigan.
Here's what's reopening in Michigan this week as COVID-19 lockdowns ease
The week of June 8 marks the reopening of several major industries in Michigan including bars and restaurants and some personal services in some parts of the state.
US unemployment drops unexpectedly to 13.3% amid outbreak
The U.S. unemployment rate fell unexpectedly in May to 13.3% — still on par with what the nation witnessed during the Great Depression — as states loosened their coronavirus lockdowns and businesses began recalling workers.
41 million have lost jobs since virus hit, but layoffs slow
About 41 million people have now applied for aid since the virus outbreak intensified in March, though not all of them are still unemployed.
When will Michigan enter Phase 4 of reopening, and what it will include
Michigan is currently in Phase 3 of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's six-step plan to reopen the economy. What will it take to enter into Phase 4?
Michigan announces 31,000 employees to take 2 unpaid days off every pay period until July 25
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is announcing more than 31,000 state employees will take two unpaid days off every pay period for the next three months as the state fights the COVID-19 crisis and a dramatic budget shortfall.
Steak 'n Shake permanently closes 57 of its restaurants amid coronavirus crisis
When it comes to dining options, there will be fewer steaks and shakes to be had.
White House explores $5,000 coronavirus stimulus check in exchange for delayed Social Security benefits
Typically, the earliest Americans can start collecting Social Security benefits is at 62
Front-line work during pandemic falls on women, minorities
While America contemplates getting back to business, the pandemic has taken its toll on workers who never stayed home.
US jobless claims soar past 30 million as 3.8 million more workers seek aid
More than 3.8 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week as the U.S. economy slid further into a crisis that is becoming the most devastating since the 1930s.
Half of working-age Americans might not have a paycheck in May as layoffs surge
Fewer than half of working-age Americans could earn a paycheck in May as the coronavirus pandemic triggers millions of job losses.
State says it's provided benefits to more than a million unemployed Michigan workers
The state of Michigan says it has provided benefits to more than a million workers who have filed for unemployment benefits due to COVID-19
1 in 4 Americans have lost job because of coronavirus; most think they'll return to work
One out of every four American adults say someone in their household has lost a job to the coronavirus pandemic, but the vast majority expect those former jobs will return once the crisis passes
Michigan sets up mortgage relief program to give 3-month break from mortgage payments
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the creation of the MiMortgage Relief Partnership to offer a 90-day grace period for all mortgage payments for homeowners in need of assistance.
Another 4.4 million workers applied for unemployment last week, roughly 26 million out of work
The nation's unemployment total rose to roughly 26 million as 4.4 million more Americans applied for benefits last week.
Wayne County projecting at least $152 million deficit due to COVID-19
Wayne County says it's measuring at least a $152 million deficit for the 2019-2020 fiscal year.
Detroit Medical Center furloughs nearly 500 team members amid COVID-19 crisis
Detroit Medical Center announced Wednesday it would furlough 480 employees who are not responding to the COVID-19 crisis.
New York Bagel in Ferndale takes advantage of small business grants to keep employees paid during COVID-19 pandemic
New York Bagel in Ferndale is a small business taking advantage of federal grants to help keep employees paid during the COVID-19 crisis.