Solano County is facing mass layoffs. The county has experienced multiple job cuts. More job losses are possible. Leaders across Solano County are responding. They are addressing this recent wave of layoffs. ... — read more
The latest round of layoffs in the tech sector
The latest round of layoffs across tech firms in the Bay Area and beyond has reignited talk about a possible “jobs recession” in the tech world. Seeing so many companies cut staff in such a short period of time has shaken confidence, especially for... — read more
Amazon to Close Autonomous Stores, Impacting 516 Workers
Amazon is closing all its Fresh and Go stores nationwide. This decision will result in 516 layoffs in the Sacramento area. Three local stores in Roseville, Citrus Heights, and Elk Grove are affected. The layoffs are effective starting April 28... — read more
HP continues with layoffs
The computer maker HP announced it plans to cut between 4,000 and 6,000 jobs as it works to simplify operations and improve efficiency. The layoffs are part of a wider strategy that includes rolling out AI tools to increase productivity, with the... — read more
Bay Area Faces Layoff Threat - Economic Concerns
Layoffs are anticipated in the Bay Area. Recent economic data appears discouraging. This situation suggests a challenging period. Businesses may soon consider workforce reductions. The overall economic outlook remains uncertain. ... — read more
Twitter Imposes New Work Schedule Amid Layoffs
https://www.indiatimes.com/worth/news/amid-layoffs-twitter-employees-told-to-work-12-hours-a-day-7-days-a-week-to-meet-musks-deadlines/articleshow/127201884.html
Pinterest plans 15% layoffs in move toward AI
The digital billboard company said in a Tuesday filing that the job cuts are part of a broader effort to redirect resources to teams and positions centered on artificial intelligence. According to the company, those AI-focused roles are key to... — read more
Renova Energy Acquisition Leads to Employee Layoffs
Investor-backed Mycrogrid is acquiring Renova Energy. Layoff notices were issued to 20 to 30 employees. The company had furloughed over 300 staff members in 2024. Vincent Battaglia, Renova Energy's CEO, also leads Mycrogrid. Mycrogrid anticipates... — read more
Upcoming: East Side Union High School District Layoffs
East Side Union High School District's board will vote on significant staff layoffs. The district faces a $9 million budget deficit for the 2026-27 school year. Proposed cuts total around 85 full-time positions. These include counselors, social... — read more
Resonetics Closes Menlo Park Location (61 Laid Off)
Resonetics plans to close its Menlo Park facility. This closure will eliminate 61 jobs. The Silicon Valley Business Journal published this information. Further details are currently behind a paywall. Specific roles affected and layoff dates are... — read more
LAUSD cautions that layoffs may be coming
Los Angeles school officials warned this week that staff cuts could be coming, including likely layoffs, as the district deals with ongoing declines in student enrollment. At the same time, officials are facing a three-year budget forecast that ends... — read more
Del Monte Foods Cannery in Modesto, CA Closing
600 full time jobs & 800 to 900 seasonal jobs will be lost. The company filed BK recently.
Possible Layoffs Loom at Madera Winery After Packaging Contract Ends
The long-term future of a historic Madera winery is uncertain following the expiration of its boxed wine production contract with Gallo. Mission Bell Winery, founded in 1919 by Krikor Arakelian, has been a key player in the San Joaquin Valley wine... — read more
Alameda Health System Layoffs Cause Hospital Disarray
Major layoffs at Alameda Health System have caused disarray. The system cut 247 employees, roughly four percent of its staff. These cuts are attributed to federal Medicaid funding reductions. Staff report overflowing trash and delayed lab tests due... — read more
More than 200 jobs to be cut as Valero closes California refinery
Valero Energy Corp. has announced plans to eliminate 237 positions at its Benicia refinery as it prepares to wind down operations at the facility, one of the last fuel-making plants in California. In a letter to state employment regulators and local... — read more
SonomaBio confirms layoffs, but won’t say how many jobs are affected
A company spokesperson confirmed that the job cuts will impact staff at its San Francisco headquarters as well as remote employees working from Seattle. https://www.biospace.com/biospace-layoff-tracker
San Francisco employment growth remains negative despite fewer layoffs
https://www.costar.com/article/1974163364/san-francisco-employment-growth-has-yet-to-turn-positive-despite-a-drop-in-layoffs
Tech, healthcare, and public sector jobs are under pressure.
Layoffs in California in 2026 could be driven by stricter regulatory costs, higher wages, and increased taxes, which continue to impact business decisions. Some firms may shift operations to lower-cost states or reduce staffing levels to stay... — read more
When layoffs happen, Californians need real support that actually shows up
For a lot of workers, unemployment benefits are the safety net that keeps them going after a layoff. But moments like this reveal how complicated the system can be. People trying to find their next job shouldn’t be stressing over forms, yet thousands... — read more
New layoffs deal another blow to Rivian
Rivian has recently been impacted by a new round of layoffs. These workforce reductions are described as having crippled the company's operations. The specific number of employees affected by these job cuts is not detailed in the headline. This... — read more
Salesforce rethinks its AI workforce plans after major layoffs
Salesforce recently underwent large-scale layoffs, leading the company to re-evaluate its workforce strategy. The technology giant is now reassessing how it organizes its employees. This re-evaluation is specifically driven by the integration of AI... — read more
SLC schools moved forward with $5 million in cuts, putting layoffs on the table
San Luis Coastal schools have approved substantial budget cuts totaling $5 million. This decision is directly setting the stage for impending layoffs within the district. The educational institution, located in San Luis, California, is facing... — read more
Blue Diamond details phased layoffs at Sacramento plant before 2026 closure
Blue Diamond has released a timeline detailing upcoming layoffs at its Sacramento factory. These job reductions are part of a larger plan leading to the complete closure of the facility. The company intends to fully shut down its Sacramento... — read more
Hundreds of jobs will be lost in Riverside following a factory shutdown.
Meat processor JBS is shutting down its Riverside packaging plant and laying off 374 workers, according to a notice filed with California’s Employment Development Department. The closure comes as tight cattle supplies have pushed beef prices to... — read more
Wells Fargo plans to eliminate over 100 positions around Sacramento.
Wells Fargo plans to eliminate 114 positions in Sacramento County, citing cost reductions and expanded use of artificial intelligence. Employees at the Arden Arcade location were notified this week, and the layoffs will begin in... — read more
PowerSchool is reducing headcount amid a company restructuring.
PowerSchool, based in Folsom, has reorganized and reduced its workforce. https://www.bizjournals.com/sacramento/news/2025/12/12/powerschool-restructuring-layoffs.html
Fourth month of job losses in California, driven by nonstop tech layoffs.
For the fourth straight month, California is losing jobs, mostly because tech companies keep cutting staff. No individual companies were listed, but the tech industry overall is taking a hit, affecting the state’s broader employment landscape.
Rezolute
Dr-g developer Rezolute is considering potential layoffs. This decision follows the recent failure of a late-stage clinical trial. The article does not specify the number of employees targeted for these reductions. No details are provided regarding... — read more
The biggest homeless-services agency in Los Angeles is dealing with layoffs.
https://calmatters.org/newsletter/lahsa-layoffs/
Is San Luis Obispo County ready for the potential AI-driven job losses?
AI now affects one in four jobs worldwide and could trigger the largest workforce displacement in modern history. An estimated 30–50% of office jobs may be replaced or heavily reshaped within five years. Are we prepared? Are our leaders prepared? Do... — read more
Quantum Lays Off 1.5K In Cali
Quantum Corp. Sheds 1,500 Jobs Amid AI-Driven Restructuring TechCrunch Dec 3, 2025, 9:30 AM PT Quantum Corp., a leading innovator in AI, announced a significant reduction in its global workforce today, impacting approximately 1,500 employees. The... — read more
Crystal Dynamics
Crystal Dynamics has been hit by another round of layoffs. The cuts r due to restructuring and cost reductions. More to come.
Monarch Tractor Layoffs
Monarch Tractor is preparing for layoffs and has warned employees it may have to shut down without additional funding. The ag tech startup’s capital intensive hardware model has become harder to sustain in the current funding environment.
Paramount - 1600 layoffs
Company: Paramount Global Source: Los Angeles Times Paramount sheds another 1,600 workers as David Ellison team digs in Summary: Paramount disclosed an additional reduction of 1,600 workers tied to divesting TV stations in Chile and Argentina, part... — read more
Sutro Layoffs
Sutro Biopharma, based in South San Francisco, is cutting a third of its workforce in its second round of layoffs this year. The antibody-dr-g conjugate (ADC) biotech had already halved its headcount in March when it deprioritized luveltamab... — read more
Cuts?
Salesforce’s stock is in a tricky spot in 2025. It trades at $242.76 after falling 3.2 percent in the past week. The stock is up 2.4 percent for the month, but still down 26.6 percent this year and 4.1 percent over the last year. Looking longer term... — read more
KDFC & KUSC Layoffs
KDFC & KUSC (Classical radio stations) Nonprofit public radio staff Classical California laid off staff at KDFC in San Francisco and KUSC in Los Angeles due to a sudden $1.1 million cut in federal public broadcasting funds. The parent... — read more
Verily (Alphabet’s life sciences subsidiary) Layoffs
Verily (Alphabet’s life sciences subsidiary) Medical device program, related teams Verily is shutting down its entire medical device program, resulting in layoffs and a broader strategic structure change. The CEO acknowledged the difficulty and... — read more
Intuitive Surgical cuts 331 jobs
Medical tech company to lay off over 300 employees at Sunnyvale HQ Intuitive Surgical cuts 331 jobs at its Sunnyvale HQ, restructuring product line. Shift changes affect assembly technicians and support... — read more
Cuts & Layoffs: Blue Diamond Growers, FritoLay, Michaels, Mission Linel Supply (MLS), Accelerate360, Menzies, GTM
Blue Diamond Growers [Sacramento, CA] - Almond processing cooperative ceasing production at its California facilities - Sept. 1 - 632 layoffs Frito-Lay [Rancho Cucamonga, CA] - Snack company closing down its location - June 11 - 432 layoffs ... — read more