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Michigan's maximum weekly unemployment benefit is increasing significantly in 2026. Here's how the change works, who it may affect, and what steps to take if you're filing or re-filing a claim.
Two more states now allow workers in labor disputes to claim unemployment insurance — and a federal clarification is reshaping how those claims get processed nationwide.
If you've been denied unemployment benefits or received less than expected, the system's earnings-based eligibility rules may be the reason. Here's what that means for you and which programs may still help.
What this development may mean for people seeking job training & benefits resources.
The Shapiro Administration's expanded Schools-to-Work program may open new job training and employment pathways for young Pennsylvanians with disabilities.
Senators Budd and Cassidy are pushing legislation that may open up employer-directed skills training to more American workers — here's what you need to know.
Iowa young adults facing barriers to employment may qualify for paid summer internship opportunities through new state workforce grants
Eligibility rules for unemployment benefits were designed decades ago and may not work for today's part-time, seasonal, and low-wage workers. Here's what you need to know.
Starting January 1, 2026, Michigan's weekly unemployment benefit rate is set to increase. Here's what that means for workers who lose their jobs and how you may qualify for help.
New research shows nearly 75% of workers who lose their jobs never apply for unemployment benefits. If AI continues to reshape the workforce, that gap could leave millions without a financial lifeline.
Registered Apprenticeship grant programs offer funding opportunities for employers, workers, and training sponsors seeking to develop skilled talent pipelines. Eligible applicants may receive support for wages, training costs, and program development through state and federal workforce initiatives.
Weekly unemployment claims remain low according to Reuters, yet millions of workers still lose jobs each year. If you've been laid off, these federal and state programs may help you get back on your feet.
FoodShare participants in Wisconsin and SNAP recipients nationwide may be subject to work-related requirements that affect their food assistance eligibility. Understanding these rules, available exemptions, and connected workforce development resources may help eligible individuals maintain their benefits and build long-term financial stability.
The U.S. Department of Labor has extended the deadline for states to comply with Employment Service Job Center staffing restrictions, giving states more time to align with federal workforce requirements. This development may affect how and where eligible workers access job training, unemployment assistance, and employment services across the country.
A Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis study reveals wide gaps in unemployment insurance takeup rates — here's what low-income workers should know about eligibility and how to claim what may be available to them
The U.S. Department of Labor has extended the deadline for states to comply with Employment Service Job Center staffing restrictions, giving states more time to align their American Job Centers with federal workforce requirements. This development may affect how and when job seekers, unemployed workers, and WIOA program participants access workforce services across the country.
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries across the country, federal and state workforce development programs may offer displaced workers a path forward. Programs funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and unemployment insurance systems may be available to help workers gain new skills before disruption hits.
Low continuing unemployment claims don't tell the whole story. Millions of Americans may be eligible for job training, career services, and benefits that can help close the gap.
As artificial intelligence reshapes the labor market, existing federal and state workforce programs may offer critical support for displaced workers. Programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and unemployment insurance may be available to help eligible workers navigate the transition.
Iowa Workforce Development has awarded $250,000 in grants to expand paid summer internship opportunities for young people in 2026. Here's what families need to know to get their teens connected.
If you've recently lost work in Tennessee, you may qualify for unemployment benefits and free job training programs — here's exactly how to access both quickly.