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.
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Autoworkers ‘walking on eggshells’ as they await strike outcome
The UAW strike has support of workers, but that doesn’t relieve the financial anxiety.
UAW-automaker standoff prompts worries over Michigan’s place in new economy
Global competition for market share and profitability amid EV investment both pressure how much the Big Three legacy companies can give in negotiations.
Strike likely; UAW plans staggered walkouts to ‘keep companies guessing’
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.
As UAW strike looms, what to know about contract talks, Big Three finances
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Michigan marijuana industry sees record sales, even as some struggle
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It’s a parking lot now, but District Detroit will turn it into late-night food and hangout spaces
New public spaces are coming online through District Detroit, but other parts of the plan are stalling.
Opinion: Attracting talent in Detroit isn’t just about jobs
One of the main goals of the nonprofit City Institute is to help residents understand, appreciate and connect to their community.
Turning Ann Arbor into Austin and other tech recommendations for Michigan
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.
Proposal would give Detroiters more space in the marijuana industry
The ordinance would eliminate spacing requirements between consumption lounges and other marijuana businesses, allowing lounges to exist next to places where marijuana can be bought.