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Rick Haglund
Articles
Trump’s tax audit and his bid for a Detroit casino
A Detroit casino wasn’t in the cards for Trump, undone by some of the same issues dragging down his presidential campaign today, including a battle over tax returns
Community colleges pushing skilled trades, but students aren’t buying
Despite sunny promises, most community college students are shunning careers in manufacturing, technical and skilled trades, leaving Michigan employers and the colleges themselves bewildered.
Troubling times for Michigan’s community colleges
Struggling students and falling enrollment are presenting challenges to Michigan’s 28 community colleges. Their leaders are aiming to reverse fortunates with innovative job programs.
Benchmark: Jobs
In Detroit, there are stirrings of job growth in the usual places, but data is still scant on improving prospects for most city residents.
Michigan residents below average in 'real' income
New federal income statistics allow workers and businesses to compare how far their paychecks will stretch in different cities and states.
Is Michigan in another auto bubble?
Growing inventories and modest sales forecasts raise questions about Gov. Snyder’s pledge to “double down” on auto industry and manufacturing investments.
Benchmark: Jobs
High unemployment and a modestly educated workforce present a tough challenge. A push to attract highly skilled immigrants may boost job hopes.
