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Report: Black Jobless Down In Metro Detroit
Black unemployment is falling in metropolitan Detroit, even as it remains well above the rate for white workers, according to a new national report.
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Black unemployment is falling in metropolitan Detroit, even as it remains well above the rate for white workers, according to a new national report.
A Detroit man is among the many Michigan residents who are reinventing themselves due to the troubled economy.
SEIU New Solutions is hosting a speak-out event on Wednesday, June 27, to allow unemployed workers and their advocates to voice their concerns over the pitfalls and inefficiencies of Michigan's unemployment system.
Five months before the presidential election, this rating is disastrous for Obama – almost as disastrous as the lack of any results for America these past four years.
The state says seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates increased in most regions of Michigan in May as seasonal workers sought jobs.
With the help of T.J. Maxx, Detroit business Jackets For Jobs provides clothing for job interviews to people who cannot afford it.
Michigan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in May increased slightly over the month by two-tenths of a percentage point to 8.5 percent, according to data released
Michigan reports that the seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate dropped a full percentage point statewide and fell in all major labor markets.
March figures released Thursday show joblessness statewide at 9 percent, compared with 9.4 percent in February and 11.2 percent in March 2011.
The state says Michigan's unemployment rate continues to decline.
The Detroit and Monroe regions showed the largest monthly increases in unemployment.
Michigan's unemployment rate continues its downward trend, dropping to 8.8 percent in February.
The sense is growing that Michigan - finally - may be over the decade-long slump that Gov. Rick Snyder says left residents divided and far too discouraged about the state's advantages and ability to recover.
Officials say that seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates have increased in all 17 major labor markets, though manufacturing layoffs were less evident as rebounding car companies maintained production.
The U.S. government says employers added 227,000 jobs last month.
Michigan's unemployment has fallen again in the latest monthly report to 9 percent, a level not seen since 2008.
On the eve of the Michigan Republican presidential primary, metro Detroiters are telling WWJ what the candidates should be talking about.
Extended unemployment benefits are ending Saturday for many in Michigan and the state's unemployment agency is offering people help.
For the fifth month in a row, the unemployment rate is lower -- this time dropping to 8.3 percent after a surge in hiring last month.
Michigan officials say that seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates have increased in all 17 major state labor markets.
State officials tell WWJ they've had an "extraordinarily high" number of inquiries recently and are asking for patience.
Michigan officials say the state's unemployment rate fell sharply again in the latest month to 9.3 percent, the lowest level in more than three years.
The state says seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates have decreased in 14 of Michigan's 17 major labor markets.
The latest Economic Security Bulletin shows that food aid in Michigan rose in the third quarter of 2011 compared with the third quarter of 2010, with nearly 967,000 people in Michigan using the Food Assistance Program.
State offices will be closed the next two Fridays and Mondays for the Christmas and New Year's holidays, but jobless applicants can still apply for unemployment benefits online.
A global Microsoft outage that has caused disruptions to airlines, banks, health systems and television networks has impacted flights at Detroit Metro Airport, caused traffic delays at the Detroit-Windsor border and affected computers at some Michigan health systems.
The Wall Street Journal calls reporter Evan Gershkovich's conviction on spying charges in Russia "bogus," but it may clear the way for a prisoner swap.
More than 1,000 flights had been canceled in the U.S. as of Friday morning, and airlines are warning of disruptions throughout the day.
Although Donald Trump vows to bring U.S. prices down "very quickly," some economists say his policies could rekindle inflation. Here's what to know.
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
A global Microsoft outage that has caused disruptions to airlines, banks, health systems and television networks has impacted flights at Detroit Metro Airport, caused traffic delays at the Detroit-Windsor border and affected computers at some Michigan health systems.
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
The Wall Street Journal calls reporter Evan Gershkovich's conviction on spying charges in Russia "bogus," but it may clear the way for a prisoner swap.
More than 1,000 flights had been canceled in the U.S. as of Friday morning, and airlines are warning of disruptions throughout the day.
Although Donald Trump vows to bring U.S. prices down "very quickly," some economists say his policies could rekindle inflation. Here's what to know.
Ford will make its F-Series Super Duty pickups at a plant in Ontario, Canada beginning in 2026 in order to keep up with customer demand for the vehicle.
The Biden administration is awarding $1.7 billion to 11 "shuttered or at-risk" facilities in Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland and Virginia, to bolster electric vehicle production.
Throughout the next year, dozens of new zero-emission buses will be hitting the pavement in the city of Detroit, all thanks to a $30.8 million federal grant.
The company said the temporary layoffs will impact about 1,600 workers for the month of July.
American automakers are pushing back against a federal safety ruling that involves automatic emergency braking technology in new cars.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
More than 1,000 flights had been canceled in the U.S. as of Friday morning, and airlines are warning of disruptions throughout the day.
Although Donald Trump vows to bring U.S. prices down "very quickly," some economists say his policies could rekindle inflation. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump publicly recounted the assassination attempt for the first time during a speech at the Republican National Convention.
Former President Donald Trump placed Corey Comperatore's firefighting helmet and jacket on stage during his address at the Republican National Convention.
Two senior House Democrats believe Biden could leave the 2024 presidential race within days after a pressure campaign from top Democratic lawmakers.
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
Citing suspected links to a listeria outbreak, Canada's health agency has issued a recall notice for 18 plant-based drinks sold under the Silk and Great Value brands.
The study showed that inulin administered as gel-based immunotherapy prevented allergic reactions in mice for common peanut, egg white and milk allergies.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
At least 36 have been hospitalized after eating the mushroom "edibles."
Three former Detroit Tigers and a Detroit Lions all-time great join a pair of University of Michigan legends on the list.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
The Detroit Lions will induct Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson into the Pride of the Lions during the 2024 season.
Paris 2024 Summer Games organizers hope Olympic flame's glitzy arrival in the City of Light can help cast off shadow of low local enthusiasm.
Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi's second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 on Lautaro Martínez's 112th-minute goal.
Gardner-White is a 112-year-old family-owned furniture retailer, and Stewart is the first female to serve as CEO of the company.
It's a focus on our physical well-being as we talk about the importance of oral health and its impact, particularly among children.
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appear on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday.
The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
The three top elected county leaders essentially run the Metro Detroit region.
Earlier this week, U.S. Sen. Gary Peters of Michigan pledged to hold a bipartisan investigation into last week's assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Peters joined CBS News Detroit to talk about the investigation.
A group of Northville residents has filed a lawsuit alleging that the demolition of Northville Downs has caused "irreparable harm to the neighbors."
A jury Thursday acquitted Michael Jackson-Bolanos of first-degree murder in the October 2023 death of Detroit synagogue leader Samantha Woll, but was deadlocked on charges of felony murder and home invasion. It reached a guilty verdict on a charge of lying to police.
Michigan pastor Lorenzo Sewell addressed the 2024 Republican National Convention on Thursday, one month after former President Donald Trump visited his church in Detroit. "He came to the hood because he cares about average, everyday Americans," Sewell said.
Severely overdue credit card debt rose to 10.7% during the first quarter of the year, the highest in over a decade. Despite declining inflation over the past several months, higher-than-usual prices are still a problem for most Americans. Financial well-being program manager Candice Towers with Lake Trust Credit Union provides tips on improving credit card debt.