Joseph Hernandez moved to Michigan from Chicago following a furlough. After starting at a local restaurant in Three Oaks, he got laid off for two weeks. He's back now, but never got paid more than six months later.
Despite working a job herself, Sherri King is doing what she can to get her son Casey his unemployment benefits. He's back to work but still hasn't been paid in more than a year after being laid off for two months in 2020.
Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency is once again requiring claimants to submit at least one work-search activity per week to collect benefits. There are certain waivers that people can qualify for, but they have to apply.
Every homeowner should read this before hiring a contractor
Ron Malone
and last updated 2021-05-12 21:28:40-04
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. â As the temps start warming up more people will be looking for contractors to fix up their properties.
From major renovations to quick home improvements, thereâs a lot for homeowners to consider.
Thatâs why Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel came out with tips and information so you donât become the victim of a scam.
They re very important tips as FOX 17 gets more than 100 emails a week asking for help. Sometimes, people don t do all their homework or really know how to protect themselves.
Woman gets unemployment payments two days after FOX 17 aired her story
She waited more than a year after she was laid off from work.
and last updated 2021-04-21 22:32:11-04
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. â A Grand Rapids woman who lost her job during the pandemic now has her unemployment benefits after contacting FOX 17.
The Problem Solvers helped her get her money just two days later.
We spoke with her last week, and within 48 hours, Michiganâs Unemployment Insurance Agency sent her the money.
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âIâm very satisfied and thankful that Ryan and the Problem Solvers went to work for me and helped me get my money,â said Janice Higley.