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union negotiations

A Fresh Start for Clinicians at Legacy Health

January 1, 2026

Clinicians at Legacy Health have a new deal to consider. This comes after a strike that started on December 2nd. The group, which includes nurse practitioners, physician associates, and clinical nurse specialists, is represented by the Oregon Nurses Association. They unionized late last year and wor

politics

Seattle's New Mayor-Elect Sides with Starbucks Workers

November 15, 2025

Seattle has a new mayor-elect, and she's already making waves. Katie Wilson, who recently won the Seattle mayoral race, surprised many by joining Starbucks workers on strike. She didn't just show up; she actively encouraged people to boycott the coffee chain. This move aligns with Wilson's strong s

business

Baristas Brewing Change: Starbucks Workers Strike on Red Cup Day

November 13, 2025

Starbucks workers are making a bold move. They are striking on one of the busiest days of the year. This is Red Cup Day. The workers want better pay and more staff. They feel they are not being treated fairly. The union, Starbucks Workers United, is leading the charge. They have been trying to nego

business

Starbucks Workers Threaten Strike Amid Contract Talks

November 6, 2025

Starbucks workers, who are part of the union Starbucks Workers United, have announced plans to strike on November 13. This date coincides with the company's annual Red Cup Day, a promotional event aimed at boosting holiday sales. The union's decision comes after a significant majority of its members

entertainment

Actors and AI: A New Deal for Video Game Performers

July 10, 2025

A big win just happened for actors in video games. After a long strike, the union SAG-AFTRA got a new deal. Most members, 95. 04%, said yes to it. This deal is a big step forward, especially for AI rules. It makes sure actors have a say in how their likeness is used in games. They can even stop new

business

Workers and Safeway/Albertsons Find Common Ground

July 6, 2025

After two weeks of striking, Safeway workers in Colorado have finally reached a deal with Albertsons. The union and the company spent a long day negotiating on Friday. Early Saturday morning, they announced a tentative agreement. The deal needs to be approved by the union members, but for now, the s

business

Trash Trouble: Workers Strike, Towns Pile Up

July 3, 2025

In Massachusetts, a big problem is growing as sanitation workers go on strike. Over 450 workers from Republic Services, who are part of the Teamsters Local 25 union, have stopped working. They are asking for better pay and benefits. This strike is affecting many towns, leaving trash and recycling pi

politics

A New Start for NJ Transit: Engineers and Management Find Common Ground

May 19, 2025

A possible solution has emerged from the three-day standoff between New Jersey Transit and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen. This union represents 450 engineers who had been on strike. The tentative agreement, if approved, could resume normal operations and ease the strain on com

business

Costco employees may protest at midnight!

January 31, 2025

Issues are brewing at Costco. Most of Costcos' stores are prepared to strike with midnight coming closer. The notable Teamsters workers union persuaded thousands to back them. The company is refusing to cooperate in with union's demands. The Teamsters believe Costco needs will have to boost their o

business

Boeing's New Deal: Workers Vote Monday

November 1, 2024

Alright, let's talk about what's happening between Boeing and its machinists' union. They've just agreed on a new contract deal that could end a lengthy strike which began back in September. The union's asking its members to approve this deal, saying they've gotten as much as they can from negotiati