Prevailing Wage
Costco Faces Criticism for Rejecting Teamsters' Fair Wage Proposal

Costco, despite record profits, rejects Teamsters' fair wage proposal, risking labor disputes. Workers demand respect.

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Union News
Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act, Eliminating GPO-WEP Rules

Biden's signing of the Social Security Fairness Act ends the GPO-WEP, boosting benefits for retirees, particularly teachers and nurses, and ensuring economic security.

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Infrastructure Investment
Biden Blocks Nippon's Acquisition of US Steel Over Security Concerns

Even if losing domestic sources of primary steel does not seem like a national security threat today, it might tomorrow.

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Union News
Kaiser Strike Resumes Bargaining Amidst Ongoing Picket Line Efforts

Kaiser resumes bargaining on Jan 9 after a 3-month pause, amid heightened union resolve following an accusatory LA Times ad. Broader labor tensions loom.

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Union News
Lucid Workers Win Settlement for Unfair Labor Practices and Back Pay

Lucid workers win $250K in back pay, reinstatement rights, and cease order on unfair labor practices, marking a key victory for labor rights and justice.

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Infrastructure Investment
Navigating U.S.-China Competition: Strategic Recommendations Ahead

"The U.S. must balance urgent trade issues with a long-term strategy to maintain competitiveness with China."

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Union News
Kaiser Mental Health Strike Picket Line Locations and Schedule

Kaiser mental health workers strike across California, weekdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., impacting major medical centers and highlighting healthcare labor issues.

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Union News
Please Touch Museum Workers Secure First Union Contract with AFSCME

After 16 months of talks, Please Touch Museum workers secure a 4-year union contract with raises, paid leave, and reduced health costs, marking a key victory.

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Economic Growth
Brownsville-Harlingen MSA Ranked No. 1 Metro Location for 2024

Gilberto Salinas, CEO of the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation, celebrates Brownsville-Harlingen as the No. 1 metro area for 2024, highlighting SpaceX's significant impact.

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Union News
AFSCME Celebrates End of GPO-WEP with Social Security Fairness Act

AFSCME President Lee Saunders praises the end of GPO-WEP, ensuring retired public workers receive Social Security.

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