#california

The Redlands Unified School Board approved layoffs for 24 certificated employees. This decision occurred during a special meeting on May 27. The layoffs include counselors, teachers, and student support staff. This brings the total confirmed district layoffs this month to 43 positions. These reductions address ongoing budget challenges for the district.

Redlands, California

https://www.communityforwardredlands.com/redlands-unified-board-finalizes-layoffs-for-24-certificated-employees/

Box CEO Aaron Levie highlights a growing disconnect in Silicon Valley regarding AI. He states many tech executives misunderstand AI's full scope and practical challenges. CEOs often see only the "happy path" of AI, ignoring the extensive work required for sustainable results. This limited view contributes to widespread tech industry layoffs. Companies like Meta and Wix have recently reduced their workforces, partly attributing cuts to AI efficiencies.

https://fortune.com/2026/05/29/box-ceo-aaron-levie-ai-psychosis-jobs-layoffs/

NetApp announced permanent job cuts impacting 77 employees. These layoffs are centered around its San Jose, California location. The company stated a strategic realignment is driving these changes. This shift focuses on evolving customer needs and long-term growth. Affected staff received notice in May 2026, with terminations set for July 2026.

San Jose, California

https://www.crn.com/news/storage/2026/netapp-layoffs-will-impact-77-in-california-amid-strategic-realignment

The Lakers laid off more than a dozen business operations employees. These layoffs occurred on Wednesday. The affected departments included communications, marketing, and sales. This action is part of an ongoing organizational restructuring. Mark Walter's new majority ownership initiated these business changes.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-05-27/lakers-layoffs-part-of-sweeping-changes-to-business-operations

Meta confirmed 671 Bay Area layoffs across three offices in its latest WARN filings with California officials after last week’s announcement that the company would cut around 8,000 jobs globally.

https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/zuckerberg-meta-workforce-22269029.php

Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools announced layoffs. Seventy-nine employees were impacted by these job reductions. This occurred days after the county board voted to keep the school open. The school cited operational and financial realities for the cuts. It aims to strengthen academics and ensure long-term sustainability.

Sacramento, California

https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/california/highlands-charter-school-announces-layoffs-days-after-county-vote-keeps-school-open/103-b29a26dc-efc6-40f4-b7a0-9770c59766cc

shows 77 people at the San Jose site were part of the layoff

Is anyone in Southern California still working for under $5,000 net a month with this level of stress? McDonald’s is paying close to $4k here. Are people really still staying at BofA for this?

Thousands of IT employees across the University of California system recently unionized. They joined the University and Professional Technical Employees (UPTE) union. This expansion created the largest tech worker union in the United States. The union focuses on AI governance, layoff protections, and wage increases. Workers now have a collective say in new AI tool implementation and job security.

California

https://www.bloodinthemachine.com/p/they-just-formed-the-biggest-tech

The Los Angeles Unified School District is proceeding with layoffs of classified workers. This action follows the recent ratification of a contract negotiated by SEIU Local 99. SEIU had previously canceled a planned strike by 30,000 workers. The union now circulates a petition demanding the district rescind all layoffs. LAUSD faces significant deficits and reportedly uses private contractors for similar work.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2026/05/23/rgsd-m23.html

AbbVie announced 85 permanent layoffs at its Irvine, California, location. These layoffs will become effective on July 20. The affected positions are within the company's eye care business. This follows previous workforce reductions at the site in prior years. AbbVie acquired Allergan, including its eye care franchise, in 2019.

Irvine, California

https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/abbvie-plots-85-summer-layoffs-tied-allergan-aesthetics-workforce-california

The Pajaro Valley Unified School District board approved final layoffs. Approximately 100 full-time equivalent positions were eliminated. These cuts affect special education staff, teachers, and mental health clinicians. The district cited a budget deficit, rising costs, and declining enrollment as reasons. Staff and parents voiced strong opposition, warning of negative impacts on student support and safety.

Watsonville, California

https://lookouexample.com/pajaro-valley-unified-school-board-approves-layoffs-of-about-100-full-time-staff/story

The Sacramento City Unified School District board approved over 90 additional employee layoffs. This decision defied an administrative law judge's recommendation to reinstate these employees. The judge found the district failed to prove timely layoff notices were issued. The district is working to address an over $100 million budget deficit. The board voted four to two to finalize the layoffs.

Sacramento, CA

https://www.capradio.org/articles/2026/05/22/scusd-board-rejects-judges-decision-to-reverse-dozens-of-layoffs/

Project management firm ClickUp laid off 22% of its employees. CEO Zeb Evans stated this was a deliberate restructuring, not a cost-saving measure. The company is reorganizing its operations around artificial intelligence. Remaining employees could see annual salary bands up to $1 million. Evans believes other companies will also adopt similar proactive changes.

https://www.ndtvprofit.com/business/clickup-layoffs-startup-cuts-22-workforce-despite-strongest-business-ceo-explains-why-11530884

Intuit and Credit Karma recently conducted layoffs. These cuts affected hundreds of workers. Employees in Oakland, San Francisco, and Mountain View were impacted. The layoffs occurred across the Bay Area. This represents a mass reduction in staff.

Oakland, California

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2026/05/21/intuit-layoffs-credit-karma-oakland-mountain-view.html

The Los Angeles Unified Board voted to approve significant job reductions. This action eliminates 657 positions within the school district’s central office. The district anticipates these cuts will save $90 million annually. These reductions are part of an ongoing fiscal stabilization plan. Further budget cuts and thousands of additional layoffs are projected for the coming years.

Los Angeles, California

https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-reduction-in-force-vote-may-2026-budget-preview

Sacramento City Unified approved additional staff terminations. This decision added to over 500 layoff notices authorized earlier. The board acted against an administrative judge's recommendation for about 100 employees. These cuts aim to address a $170 million budget deficit. District leaders seek to avoid state intervention with these measures.

Sacramento, California

https://www.abridged.org/news/sacramento-school-board-decides-on-more-layoffs/

California aims to lead in artificial intelligence regulation. Experts warn AI will both displace and create jobs. Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order on Thursday. This order prepares the state for an AI-driven economy. It includes tracking job impacts, worker protections, and training programs.

https://abc7news.com/post/california-eyes-ai-regulation-gov-newsom-orders-new-workforce-protections-amid-job-shifts-mass-layoffs/19147015/

Intuit plans to eliminate approximately 3,000 jobs. This represents about 17% of its total workforce. The company is undergoing a broad restructuring effort. This effort aims to reduce complexity and accelerate AI integration. Two office locations, Reno and Woodland Hills, are also slated to close.

https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/technology/articles/intuit-layoffs-3-000-jobs-142453143.html

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Upwork will cut 24% of its staff. This decision followed a recent earnings update. Upwork now expects lower full-year revenue. It also faces increasing legal scrutiny. Upwork's share price has sharply declined.

https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/commercial-services/nasdaq-upwk/upwork/news/assessing-upwork-upwk-valuation-after-earnings-cut-guidance

https://seekingalpha.com/pr/20523544-at-and-t-makes-19-billion-commitment-to-bring-high-speed-connectivity-to-california

Santa Barbara County issued layoff notices to 84 employees. These notices are set to take effect on June 30. The county is preparing a $1.64 billion budget, a 2.9% decrease from last year. This reduction stems from an economic downturn and decreased state and federal funding. Affected staff primarily work in Public Health and Social Services, though some may transfer to other roles.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.noozhawk.com/santa-barbara-county-issues-layoff-notices-for-84-positions/

BILL Holdings is cutting its workforce by up to 30%. This strategy aims to make the company leaner. The company also plans to leverage AI for increased efficiency. BILL Holdings faces headwinds from declining interest rates and SaaS sector pressures. Its stock has seen a roughly 20% decline year-to-date.

https://seekingalpha.com/article/4906834-bill-holdings-ramping-profitability-with-new-layoffs

And we wonder why the state of California's next-generation 911 system is a mess and wasted $500 million. This is the company they contracted, which is amazing that anyone would give them a contract of this size.

LinkedIn announced job reductions affecting over 600 employees. These permanent layoffs are scheduled for July 13. Many affected workers are based in California offices. CEO Daniel Shapero's internal memo previously indicated these cuts. The memo detailed a need for reinvention and investment shifts.

Mountain View, California

https://nypost.com/2026/05/19/business/panic-in-california-as-linkedin-announces-hundreds-of-layoffs/

Scott Sampson resigned as Executive Director of the California Academy of Sciences. His resignation is effective May 29, with advisory duties through June. The institution recently announced layoffs of 53 employees. These cuts address a structural budget deficit exceeding $8 million. Amber Mace was appointed interim executive director.

San Francisco, California

https://www.sfchronicle.com/sf/article/california-academy-sciences-director-resigns-22260144.php

Healthtech unicorn Innovaccer laid off approximately 340 employees. These job cuts occurred across India and the United States. The company is restructuring operations to become "AI-native." This marks Innovaccer's third layoff round in four years. Affected staff will receive severance and transition support.

San Francisco

https://www.peoplematters.in/news/strategic-hr/indian-founded-unicorn-joins-ai-layoff-wave-with-340-job-cuts-across-india-and-us-49780

Visual Concepts, known for WWE 2K and NBA 2K, has conducted numerous layoffs. Several former employees announced their job losses on LinkedIn. A software engineer, Brittany Thibodeaux, confirmed many staffers were let go. Game designer Nina Marotta was laid off while on sick leave. The article does not specify the total number of affected employees or a reason for the layoffs.

https://www.psu.com/news/visual-concepts-has-reportedly-been-hit-by-layoffs/

The West Sonoma County Union High School District board finalized staff layoffs. These reductions address the district's ongoing budget deficit. The board approved 8.0 FTE certificated and 4.918 FTE classified position cuts. Seven Analy staff members were recognized for their retirements. The board also approved a teacher contract and a hate speech resolution.

Sebastopol, California

https://www.sebastopoltimes.com/p/retirements-and-layoffs-bring-a-sense

The WCCUSD school board approved dozens of layoffs. The district must address a $127.2 million shortfall. The board spared several popular programs from cuts after community testimony. Teachers, custodians, and administrators are among those affected. The board also cut $1.8 million in various contracts.

Richmond, California

https://richmondside.org/2026/05/14/wccusd-board-layoffs-budget-cuts/

Gwyneth Paltrow's company, Goop, recently experienced staff layoffs. The company is transitioning to an AI workflow. Profitability and artificial intelligence are cited as reasons for the cuts. The exact number of affected employees remains unclear. A spokesperson stated Goop is adapting for efficiency.

https://www.tmz.com/2026/05/13/gwyneth-paltrows-goop-layoffs/

The Redlands Unified School District recently approved 19 new layoffs. These cuts impact positions such as librarians, special education staff, and nurses. This decision follows 135 layoff notices approved earlier in the year. The district cites financial pressure, enrollment trends, and budget issues. Officials state these actions are necessary to ensure fiscal stability.

Redlands

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/redlands-unified-school-district-layoffs/3890142/

Cisco announced another wave of mass layoffs this week. The company plans to cut fewer than 4,000 jobs. This amounts to less than 5% of its total workforce. This decision comes despite Cisco reporting a record revenue of $15.8 billion. The company is shifting investments toward artificial intelligence.

San Jose, California

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/cisco-layoffs-bay-area-22257875.php

Coachella Valley Unified will lay off 34 teachers. These layoffs are expected at the end of the school year. The district faces a multimillion-dollar budget deficit. It is working to close this deficit. The goal is to maintain financial solvency.

https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/education/2026/05/13/cvusd-teacher-layoffs-classified-school-board/90047380007/

Twenty-one non-teaching positions remain on the Berkeley Unified layoff list. This figure represents a sharp decline from 351 initial notices. Nine after-school program coordinators are among those still facing cuts. The district is working to close a nearly $8 million budget deficit. Only support staff are affected, as teacher layoffs were avoided by other means.

Berkeley, California

https://www.berkeleyside.org/2026/05/12/berkeley-unified-budget-layoffs-after-school-coordinators

Fresno Unified trustees unanimously approved proposed layoffs. The decision impacts 78 positions across the district. This includes teachers, counselors, nurses, and vice principals. The district cited a lack of funds as the reason. These changes are scheduled for the 2026-2027 school year.

Fresno, California

https://kmph.com/news/local/fresno-unified-approves-proposed-layoffs-of-78-positions-for-2026-27-school-year

The Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District board will consider employee terminations. About 15 full-time equivalent positions are proposed for reduction. These cuts are part of a $14.8 million budget adjustment plan. Classified employees, including paraeducators, are most affected. The district must issue layoff notices to employees by May 15.

Livermore, California

https://www.livermorevine.com/education/2026/05/12/lvjusd-board-to-finalize-employee-layoffs/

Medtronic will shut down its Santa Rosa, California site. The closure impacts 370 employees at the Fountaingrove campus. Medtronic anticipates completing the site closure by spring 2028. Operations will primarily relocate to Santa Ana, Minnesota, and Galway, Ireland. This decision is part of Medtronic's ongoing global operational restructuring.

Santa Rosa, California

https://www.massdevice.com/medtronic-reportedly-close-california-site-layoffs/

Sacramento City Unified School District’s Board of Education voted to finalize 503 layoffs. The action addresses a $127 million financial gap. Many affected workers are classified, such as custodians and food service staff. Even with these cuts, the district faces potential state receivership to avoid insolvency. State officials warn that action is needed soon to prevent 5,000 employees from going unpaid.

Sacramento, CA

https://www.capradio.org/articles/2026/05/08/amidst-sacramento-city-unifieds-budget-crisis-503-employees-laid-off-and-receivership-looms/