Monroe School Transportation Inc. will lay off nearly 200 workers. This follows a competitive bidding process for school transportation services. Transpo Bus Service secured the new contract, replacing Monroe. Transpo's co-owner is offering positions... — read more
American Express Grows Workforce, Avoids Layoffs Amid AI
American Express employed 76,800 people globally as of December 31, 2025. This included approximately 29,500 workers in the US and 50,900 internationally. The company added 1,700 employees in 2025, a 2.3% increase. American Express did not announce... — read more
Sports Illustrated Cuts Staff, Key Writers Depart
Sports Illustrated conducted new layoffs on Friday. Around 10-15 people were affected by the staff reductions. Prominent writers like Mike Rosenberg, Greg Bishop, and Stephanie Apstein were among those cut. The outlet continues to face ongoing... — read more
Future plc Plans Editorial Staff Reductions
Future plc has proposed significant editorial staff changes. The company plans 45 redundancies across its technology titles. These affected brands include Tom's Guide and Techradar. However, Future plc is also creating 15 new roles. This... — read more
Royalton Park Avenue Hotel Announces Layoffs Amid Reboot
The Royalton Park Avenue hotel is implementing layoffs. This action follows a period of debt struggles. The hotel had recently achieved some financial stability. Management is now attempting a strategic reboot. The layoffs are part of this new... — read more
Wix Announces Significant Employee Reductions
Wix is reducing its employee count by 20 percent. CEO Avishai Abrahami confirmed this decision. He cited the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. Fluctuating international currency values also added pressure. The company aims for faster... — read more
Syracuse Diocese Expects No Layoffs Post-Bankruptcy
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse expects no layoffs or parish closures. This comes as the diocese emerges from bankruptcy proceedings. Many other dioceses have faced closures and staff reductions. The Syracuse diocese filed for bankruptcy in... — read more
New York State Eyes AI Job Loss Reporting Bill
State Senator Michelle Hinchey proposed the AI Labor Information Act. This bill requires large New York employers to report AI-related job losses. Businesses with 50 or more employees would disclose positions replaced by AI. The proposal also tracks... — read more
UPS Ends Manhattan Midnight Shift, Restructures Operations
UPS closed the midnight shift at its 43rd Street hub in Manhattan. This action is part of the company's "Network of the Future" restructuring drive. Workers faced job elimination or difficult split-shift arrangements. UPS has eliminated 48,000 jobs... — read more
The New School Offers Faculty Buyout Amid Layoffs
The New School introduced a new buyout offer on May 15. This offer targets faculty members facing impending layoffs. It allows laid-off faculty to resign immediately for benefits. Benefits include salary, healthcare, and tuition waivers. The AAUP-TNS... — read more
Watertown Approves Budget with Tax Increase, Three Layoffs
Watertown City Council adopted its new budget on Thursday. The approved spending plan includes an 8 percent property tax increase. This budget will result in three employee layoffs. Affected positions are a police records clerk, a library clerk, and... — read more
Citi Reports New York Staff Reductions
Citibank disclosed over 300 layoffs at its Manhattan headquarters. These layoffs are part of broader ongoing job cuts. Citi announced plans in early 2024 to cut 20,000 employees through 2026. The New York Department of Labor posted details this week... — read more
Deloitte Audit Division Experiences Staff Reductions
Deloitte recently conducted layoffs within its audit division. These reductions affected employees, including senior managers. The layoffs occurred shortly before annual bonuses were scheduled. Affected individuals reported the process felt... — read more
New York Fed: Macro Factors Slow Hiring, Not AI
The New York Fed reports AI is not the main cause of the current hiring slowdown. Elevated interest rates and past overhiring play a major role. The Fed's analysis shows broad labor weakness, not automation, explains the trend. Most firms adopting AI... — read more
Voters Consider Budgets With Job Losses in Region
Voters in Central New York school districts are deciding on budgets. Many districts face increasing costs for health insurance, utilities, and transportation. State funding remains flat while enrollment is declining across the region. Several... — read more
Associated Press Cuts 20 Jobs Amid Restructuring
The Associated Press laid off 20 U.S.-based journalists on Friday. This action is part of a previously announced restructuring plan. The organization is shifting its focus from print to visual journalism and other revenue sources. These layoffs... — read more
Business Insider Cuts Staff Again
Business Insider announced new employee cuts. Jamie Heller announced the company's staff cuts. The Insider Union reported 10 staff members were impacted. Management aims to sharpen coverage and invest in key areas. This marks the fourth staff cut for... — read more
Goldman Sachs Rolls Out AI, Foresees No Job Reductions
Goldman Sachs is deploying generative AI to automate back-office tasks. President John Waldron stated this initiative will not cause mass layoffs. He expects the company's overall headcount to remain stable. Goldman Sachs Research estimates AI could... — read more
Etain Chestertown Facility to Close, 37 Jobs Lost
Etain LLC's Chestertown ca--abis facility is closing. This will lead to 37 job losses. A WARN notice was filed with the Labor Department on May 5. All affected workers will lose their jobs in August. Etain is part of Fluent Corp., which Vireo Growth... — read more
Hartbeat Faces Layoffs and Internal Strife
Kevin Hart's media company, Hartbeat, faces significant internal challenges. A recent report details layoffs, lawsuits, and executive shakeups. The company, once valued at $650 million, has downsized. Kevin Hart finalized a deal with Authentic Brands... — read more
Children's Institute Announces 34 Layoffs After URochester Contract Ends
The Children's Institute will lay off 34 employees. This follows the University of Rochester's decision to end its leased employee relationship. A WARN notice was filed with the New York State Department of Labor. The layoffs are scheduled to begin... — read more
Commerzbank Plans Job Cuts, AI Investment for Independence
Commerzbank announced plans to eliminate 3,000 positions. This move is part of its "Momentum 2030" strategy. The bank will invest Euro 600 million in artificial intelligence. These efforts aim to boost profitability and defend against a UniCredit... — read more
Auburn, Cortland, Watertown Plan Job Cuts Amid Deficits
Central New York cities face significant budget shortfalls. Auburn, Cortland, and Watertown are experiencing multi-million dollar deficits. These cities are considering layoffs, pay cuts, and service reductions. Rising health insurance, pension... — read more
Armor-IIMAK to Close Amherst Plant, Lay Off 199
Armor-IIMAK will close its Amherst manufacturing plant. This action will lead to 199 job layoffs. Only just over 50 jobs will remain. The French company is consolidating its U.S. operations. A WARN notice was filed regarding these layoffs. Amherst... — read more
McDermott Will & Schulte Reduces Associate Ranks
McDermott Will & Schulte recently conducted layoffs. The firm separated from a small number of associates. These layoffs occurred across multiple practice areas. The firm stated it is aligning with shifting client needs. Layoffs reportedly extended... — read more
Saks Global Approves Reorganization, Reduces Corporate Workforce
Saks Global received approval for its reorganization plan. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas granted this approval. The retailer will lay off 16 percent of its corporate workforce. This reduction impacts approximately 640... — read more
Estée Lauder Plans Up To 10,000 Job Eliminations
The Estée Lauder Companies increased its planned job cuts. It now plans to eliminate 9,000 to 10,000 positions. This is an increase from the earlier estimate of 5,800 to 7,000 roles. Over 70% of these additional cuts affect point-of-sale... — read more
Monroe School Transportation Cuts 180 Jobs
Monroe School Transportation Inc. is set to lay off more than half of its workforce. Approximately 180 employees will be affected by these job cuts. The layoffs are scheduled to begin on July 12. This action follows the Rochester City School... — read more
Saks Global Cuts Corporate Staff
Saks Global is reducing its corporate headquarters workforce. The company is cutting 16 percent of these positions. This action impacts approximately 640 workers. These layoffs reflect an optimized operational footprint. Saks Global filed for Chapter... — read more
North Country Hospitals Reduce Staff by Nine
Nine positions were eliminated at two North Country hospitals. Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital and Alice Hyde Medical Center are affected. President Michelle LeBeau announced the staff reductions. The health system faces rising costs and policy... — read more
IAC Becomes People Inc., Announces Leadership Change and Staff Cuts.
IAC is changing its corporate name to People Incorporated. Neil Vogel will assume the role of CEO. Barry Diller will become the executive chairman. The company will concentrate on People publishing and MGM Resorts investments. This restructuring plan... — read more
Condé Nast Cuts Staff Amid Union Concerns
Condé Nast recently laid off 16 employees across several brands. These cuts affected staff at Self, Glamour, and Condé Nast Entertainment. The NewsGuild of New York and Condé United union issued an official statement. They reported 33 total layoffs... — read more
SelectCare to Close New York Office, Cut Jobs
SelectCare is closing its New York office. This closure will result in 59 employee layoffs. The company filed a WARN notice confirming these job cuts. Layoffs are scheduled to take effect by June 30, 2026. SelectCare did not provide a specific... — read more
Coca-Cola Announces 41 Job Cuts in Queens
The Coca-Cola Company will lay off 41 employees. These job cuts will occur at its Queens office. A WARN filing confirmed the permanent layoffs. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on May 31, 2026. No specific reason for these cuts was disclosed... — read more
Rising Ground Announces Workforce Reduction in NYC
Rising Ground Inc. plans to lay off 257 employees. These job cuts will affect multiple locations in New York City. The organization filed a WARN notice with the state labor department. Layoffs are scheduled to begin on May 21, 2026. No specific... — read more
Public Citizen Warns New York Hospitals Face Closure Risk
A Public Citizen report identified hospitals at risk of closure. Medicaid cuts from a new bill threaten these facilities. Over 400 hospitals nationwide are at heightened risk. Harlem Hospital, a key safety-net facility, is among them. The report... — read more
Us Weekly Cuts Nearly Half Its Workforce
Us Weekly announced significant staff reductions. The company cut approximately half of its employees. This included the entire social media and español teams. Management cited weaker first-quarter performance as the reason. These layoffs reflect the... — read more
Rochester PAB Staff Laid Off After Labor Ruling
The Police Accountability Board (PAB) laid off six employees on April 17. This followed a State Public Employment Relations Board decision favoring the union. AFSCME Council 66 deemed the timing and circumstances very suspicious. City officials... — read more
Auburn City Layoffs Spark Union Protests
Auburn City faces a $5 million budget gap. The city proposes laying off dozens of public service employees. This includes seven Auburn police officers. AFSCME and CSEA unions are protesting these proposed job cuts. Union members demonstrated outside... — read more
FedEx Reduces Workforce at Menands Facility
FedEx filed a WARN notice with the New York State Department of Labor. This filing confirmed 43 job cuts. The layoffs are at the company’s Menands facility. These cuts are part of a larger company plan. FedEx aims to streamline operations and improve... — read more