Trucking firms struggle to fill driver openings amid aging workforce
Local and national truck companies face a growing driver shortage expected to widen. The American Trucking Association estimates 50 000 drivers are unfilled now with forecasts of 180 000 shortfalls by 2026. Industry leaders cite retirements and waning interest from younger workers as key factors.
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Michigan launches Parent Dashboard for School Transparency
The Michigan Department of Education unveiled the Parent Dashboard on January 9, replacing the old color coded system. It offers parents data on attendance expulsion assessment results student growth graduation rates and post secondary enrollment and enables school comparisons.
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President pushes two phase dreamers immigration compromise
President Trump outlines a two phase approach to avoid a shutdown. He seeks a first bill addressing young immigrants and border security, followed by broader reforms. A bipartisan meeting with nearly two dozen lawmakers aired urgent discussions over dealing with DACA and broader immigration changes.
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