McLaren Macomb Hospital and union at odds over contract, staffing and pay

Hundreds of nurses and support staff at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mount Clemens have initiated a three-day strike, citing unfair labor practices and demanding better nurse-to-patient ratios and pay. The strike, organized by OPEIU Local 40, highlights ongoing labor disputes since 2023 and follows a similar strike at Henry Ford Hospital. McLaren Macomb has stated its preparedness to remain operational during the strike, expressing willingness to negotiate but criticizing the union's terms as unrealistic, while the union seeks improved working conditions and compensation.