Over 1,200 positions are being eliminated across the freight industry as companies consolidate operations and restructure supply chains. Amazon, Temco Logistics, and Freight Handlers Inc. account for the majority of these reductions. Amazon is... — read more 

Amazon is planning significant layoffs at one of its Florida facilities. The company will reduce its workforce by over half in September. Approximately 850 employees are currently at the affected warehouse. Amazon hopes these employees will return to... — read more 

The iconic Hard Rock Cafe in Miami is closing its doors after three decades of service. This closure will result in the loss of 117 jobs. The decision comes as the company winds down one of its services. This marks the end of an era for the popular... — read more 

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University of South Florida President Moez Limayem has initiated significant leadership changes. This marks his first major organizational overhaul since taking office this year. The article mentions layoffs and a shakeup at Cyber Florida, indicating... — read more 

A job fair was held in Orange County to assist former Spirit Airlines employees and other job seekers. The event was organized by CareerSource Central Florida and Orange County Commissioner Nicole Wilson. It was initially intended for displaced... — read more 

A proposed Florida tax reform could lead to significant job losses for Martin County firefighters. Over one-third of the county's fire rescue personnel may face layoffs. Alternatively, the county could close three fire stations and eliminate... — read more 

Atlanta-based Parallel has eliminated 211 jobs following the closure of two Florida facilities. The affected employees were placed on paid administrative leave and received pay through their termination dates. These layoffs occurred in early July... — read more 

Federal law classifies Amazon's Florida warehouse closures as permanent, despite the company's claims of temporary renovations. The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act mandates 60 days' notice for layoffs lasting over six months, a... — read more 

Magic Leap is undergoing a significant business transformation, shifting its focus to become a waveguide supplier for other augmented reality device manufacturers. This strategic pivot coincides with a substantial workforce reduction, impacting... — read more 

A third-party logistics provider has laid off 168 employees following the termination of its contract with Publix Super Markets. The company, Freight Handlers, will cease unloading services at five Publix distribution centers in Florida. This action... — read more 

A Miami beverage distributor is implementing significant changes to its business operations. The company is integrating artificial intelligence and digital technologies into its commercial strategy. These advancements are occurring concurrently with... — read more 

Over 1,100 Amazon employees in Florida will be laid off due to extensive warehouse renovations. The Port St. Lucie and Homestead fulfillment centers are closing for two-year renovation projects. Layoffs at these two facilities are scheduled to occur... — read more 

Temco Logistics is reducing its workforce by 60 employees. This action is a direct result of the company discontinuing its flatbed delivery operations. The logistics firm is winding down this specific service. These job cuts are occurring in... — read more 

Howard Stern has secured a lucrative new contract, reportedly earning him approximately $8,000 per minute. This significant income comes amidst recent staff reductions on his show. Stern has decided to broadcast only one show per week moving forward... — read more 

A law firm is investigating Amazon for a potential violation of the WARN Act concerning a recent mass layoff. The investigation focuses on whether Amazon provided the required 60 days' notice to 494 employees affected by the layoff. If notice was... — read more 

Amazon is implementing significant layoffs across two Florida facilities as part of extensive renovation projects. Nearly 500 workers will be impacted at the Port St. Lucie fulfillment center, with layoffs beginning in September. This follows an... — read more 

A global wheel manufacturer will be closing its Jacksonville plant in August. This decision will result in the layoff of 62 employees. The company cited difficulties with labor recruitment and retention as a primary reason. High operating and... — read more 

Cyber Florida has undergone a department restructuring, leading to layoffs. This organizational change follows a recent leadership transition within the institution. The Florida Center for Cybersecurity was established by the Florida Legislature in... — read more 

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (SGWS) will slash 1% of its workforce as it implements a more tech-heavy business model, the beverage-alcohol distributor announced Tuesday... — read more 

Boynton Beach's City Manager issued conflicting statements regarding potential job losses. He warned commissioners of mass layoffs if a property tax cut measure passes statewide. However, he later assured municipal workers that his administration... — read more 

Chandler Malone's Bootup Studios helps displaced workers become founders. The company developed an AI-powered platform for starting businesses with smaller teams. Malone believes AI makes company creation easier despite job reductions. Miami's... — read more 

AI is fundamentally changing how work gets done, according to HR leaders. HiBob CEO Ronni Zehavi states AI allows companies to scale output without proportional hiring. He emphasizes that successful organizations will prioritize workforce design and... — read more 

W South Beach & Residences will end its Marriott affiliation. The property will close for renovations on August 20. This transition will result in 337 permanent employee terminations. The layoffs are effective August 19. Reuben Brothers acquired the... — read more 

Radio giant iHeartMedia is undergoing significant nationwide layoffs. Its cluster of 13 stations in Palm Beach County is anticipating local impacts. The company has not yet specified the number of affected employees. This move signals a major... — read more 

The School District of Palm Beach County is eliminating 76 positions. These affected roles are Media Clerk I and Media Clerk II. Employment for these individuals will conclude on July 31, 2026. Increased compensation costs and declining student... — read more 

Jillian Tozer is running for a St. Johns County School Board seat. Her decision followed teacher layoffs at her children's school. Nine teachers were laid off due to budget constraints. Tozer aims to increase teacher pay and curb turnover. She also... — read more 

Spirit Airlines faces a class-action lawsuit from former employees. The suit alleges violations of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. Workers claim they received no advance notice before layoffs. Spirit argues for... — read more 

Hillsborough County commissioners discussed a proposed property tax reform amendment. The amendment could reduce county property tax revenue by $367 million annually. This loss may force staff layoffs, wage freezes, or increased fees. County services... — read more 

Senator Bernie Sanders targeted a Jacksonville maritime company. He accused the firm of illegal union-busting. Sanders also cited unsafe work conditions. A worker death reportedly occurred there. The company also conducted recent... — read more 

BAE Systems is cutting jobs in Jacksonville. Nearly 200 employees are affected by these layoffs. This represents about a quarter of the local workforce. The company cited expected workload as the reason. These reductions began this... — read more 

Sanitas, a clinic operator, laid off nearly 150 employees. These layoffs occurred in South Florida. The affected positions included medical assistants. Nurse practitioners were also among those impacted. ... — read more 

Florida experienced a significant drop in initial unemployment claims. There were 5,167 first-time filings for the week ending May 30. This marks the third consecutive week of declining claims in the state. Earlier in May, Spirit Airlines layoffs... — read more 

State lawmakers approved a property tax cut ballot measure. Voters will decide on this proposal in November. Local leaders warn the plan could significantly reduce city revenues. Boca Raton Mayor Andy Thomson stated it could lead to service cuts and... — read more 

Spirit Airlines, a Florida-based airline, recently shut down. This shutdown affected thousands of workers. Employees across three counties lost their jobs. Florida jobless claims spiked after these layoffs. New data indicates the labor market is now... — read more 

Fintech unicorn Rapyd is undergoing a major restructuring. It is laying off employees as part of this process. CEO Arik Shtilman announced a shift to an AI-driven business model. This change aims to make the company faster and more efficient. Dozens... — read more 

A career fair is being held in Fort Lauderdale. Hundreds of job seekers are expected to attend. Many are former Spirit Airlines employees. Spirit Airlines ceased operations earlier this month. The airline left approximately 17,000 employees... — read more 

Fewer teachers will work in the Palm Beach County School District this fall. The district anticipates position eliminations. Subsequent layoffs are also expected. This follows a 3.5% raise approved for teachers. Enrollment falls contributed to the... — read more 

United Way of Southwest Florida laid off ten employees. This action followed a significant fundraising shortfall. The organization is $1.6 million short of its $11.5 million goal. These layoffs occurred at its Lee, Hendry, and Glades office. United... — read more 

The Lee County School District informed 457 employees their contracts would not be renewed. Of these, 275 affected employees are teachers. The district faces a $46.7 million budget deficit. Another 407 teachers will leave due to attrition next year... — read more