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Paula Gardner

Posted inJobs & Economic Development

UAW strike: 4 things to know as Michigan braces for it to spread

by Paula Gardner September 22, 2023 7:23 amSeptember 22, 2023 7:23 am

The week-long auto strike affecting three U.S. factories could grow on Friday if the United Auto Workers widens the walkout. The effects of the limited strike are already rippling across the industry.

Posted inJobs & Economic Development

UAW strike sets Michigan on uncertain path: ‘We’re nervous’

Avatar photo by Paula Gardner, Janelle D. James and Malachi Barrett September 15, 2023 7:31 pmSeptember 16, 2023 7:32 am

The United Auto Workers began a strike against the Big Three on Friday, walking out at three U.S. factories, including one in Michigan. Much is at stake, for workers and the industry.

Detroit, MI/USA-9/20/19: The official UAW emblem outside the labor union's headquarters on E. Jefferson Ave.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development

UAW-automaker standoff prompts worries over Michigan’s place in new economy

by Paula Gardner September 14, 2023 6:23 pmSeptember 14, 2023 6:25 pm

Global competition for market share and profitability amid EV investment both pressure how much the Big Three legacy companies can give in negotiations.

Posted inJobs & Economic Development

Strike likely; UAW plans staggered walkouts to ‘keep companies guessing’

by Paula Gardner September 14, 2023 12:14 pmSeptember 14, 2023 12:14 pm

Negotiations between the United Auto Workers and the Big Three automakers show some progress, but the union is planning a staggered walkout that will target Ford, GM and Stellantis at the same time.

UAW Strikers with signs in front of General Motors Headquarters, Downtown Detroit, September 18, 2019
Posted inJobs & Economic Development

As UAW strike looms, what to know about contract talks, Big Three finances

by Paula Gardner September 12, 2023 2:42 pmSeptember 12, 2023 2:42 pm

The UAW contracts expire at midnight Thursday, leaving major automakers as potential targets. Here is a primer on the issues surrounding the debate.

Posted inEnvironment

In settlement with critics, DTE Energy agrees to faster coal phase-out

by Paula Gardner and Kelly House July 12, 2023 1:56 pmJuly 12, 2023 1:56 pm

Michigan’s largest electricity provider will get off coal by 2032, three years earlier than previously planned.

Posted inEnvironment

Demands for cleanup at contaminated Michigan industrial site. ‘Job is not done’

by Paula Gardner July 6, 2023 8:30 amJuly 6, 2023 8:30 am

With another phase of cleanup starting at the former McLouth Steel plant in Downriver area near Detroit, the state is adding a new area of concern after a spring fish kill and contaminant plume.

"Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA - November 7, 2020: Aerial view of Michigan Stadium, Crisler Arena, Pioneer High School, and much of the west side of Ann Arbor"
Posted inJobs & Economic Development

Turning Ann Arbor into Austin and other tech recommendations for Michigan

by Paula Gardner May 31, 2023 5:58 pmJune 1, 2023 12:46 pm

Focusing on college towns, education and targeted research will increase vitality in the state while giving the auto industry the tools it needs to expand its tech base in Michigan, according to a report from celebrated and controversial urbanist Richard Florida.

Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information

What is the debt ceiling and why Michigan should care if the U.S. defaults

by Paula Gardner May 5, 2023 7:51 amMay 5, 2023 7:51 am

At risk is whether the nation will be able to pay its bills, many of which involve spending that Americans have come to expect.

Posted inCivic and Community Information

Here are the electric vehicles eligible for the revised $7,500 tax credit

by Paula Gardner April 18, 2023 10:03 amApril 18, 2023 10:03 am

The list of eligible vehicles gets shorter on April 18. The federal government is subsidizing electric vehicle purchases as it encourages manufacturers to move production from China to the U.S.

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