Starbucks is in hot water after a big settlement. They have to pay $35 million to over 15, 000 workers in New York City. This is the largest settlement of its kind in the city's history. The issue? Starbucks was accused of not giving workers stable schedules and cutting hours without warning. Worke
The fast food industry in Santa Clara County is buzzing with a new idea. County officials are thinking about setting up a training program to teach workers about their rights. This isn't just about wages, but also about benefits, safety, and protection from harassment. The plan is still in the works
Welcome to the New Year in Illinois! The state's lawmakers have been busy, passing a bunch of new laws that will affect how we live and work. Let's dive in and see what's changed. First up, there's a big deal with health insurance. The state has banned so-called "junk insurance" plans that don't co
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has found that Peak Vista Community Health Centers may have acted illegally when they fired five medical providers last summer. The providers claimed they were dismissed for talking about forming a union. According to a recent ruling, Peak Vista might have v
As the world shifts towards electric vehicles, a US subsidiary of China's Gotion High-tech Co. Ltd., Gotion Inc., is planning to set up electric vehicle battery plants in Illinois and Michigan. The company has received substantial tax credits and subsidies to achieve this goal. However, local reside
Imagine working in an environment where you're constantly looking over your shoulder, worried about being fired or harassed for being your authentic self. This is the reality for many LGBTQ workers. Despite recent progress, they continue to face discrimination, violence, and retaliation in the workf
