The 19th spoke with four Black women who lost their jobs in the past year and have since landed new roles. Here’s what they, and experts, had to say.
Jobs & Economic Development
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Jobs & Economic Development
Residents challenge timeline, vision at first Renaissance Center benefits meeting
Residents, advocates and other stakeholders weighed in Tuesday with concerns over the project scope and timeline and the need for transit, equitable housing and opportunities for Black-owned businesses.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Jobs & Economic Development
Renaissance Center redevelopment plan is making its official debut
General Motors and Dan Gilbert’s real estate firm Bedrock, who have teamed up for the development project, are scheduled to present their plan for remaking the iconic 1970s complex Aug. 18 during the first meeting of what is expected to be a months-long Community Benefits process.
Posted inDetroit Thrive, Jobs & Economic Development
Unemployed workers must show 2 more work searches or risk losing benefits
The new requirement, which began July 19, is part of changes to Michigan’s unemployment law. Claimants must document increased work searches.
Posted inEducation, Jobs & Economic Development, Michigan Government
Michigan is spending $150M on one-time ‘educator’ bonuses. Here’s how it works
Michigan starting teacher pay is near the bottom while average teacher pay is middle of the pack. One lawmaker says the bonuses can help offset rising costs.
Posted inGuest Commentary, Jobs & Economic Development
Detroit has a shortage of national retailers. What can officials do to attract more chains to the city?
Although attracting retail brands remains a struggle for Detroit, UM researchers write on how city leaders can take on multiple approaches to address this issue.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development, Transportation
Canada celebrates Gordie Howe bridge opening — without Michigan — amid tariff riff
Canadian officials celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, honoring the Detroit Red Wings legend and marking the completion of a project more than two decades in the making.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development, Michigan Government
New unemployment job-search rules take effect in Michigan. What to know
The requirement is part of bipartisan legislation signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer last year that overhauled Michigan’s unemployment system, including increasing the maximum number of weeks a person can receive benefits from 20 to 26.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Jobs & Economic Development
Sheffield taps former Bedrock exec to attract national retailers
Addofio Addo will lead Detroit’s retail strategy to bring national and regional brands to neighborhood commercial corridors.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Jobs & Economic Development
Owe back taxes? Program to reduce interest rate ends on June 30
Taxpayers who enroll before the deadline will remain in the payment plan for the full 60-month period even after the program expires.