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 piling up. The workers feel they are not being treated fairly. They sa...
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 commuters and local businesses. The strike had the potential to disrupt ...
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 offer. Costco employs some 219, 000 people in the US, as this...
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 negotiations. So, what's in this new deal? Boeing's offering machinists a 38%...
Boeing made a big move recently, letting go of around 10% of its workers. That's about 17,000 people finding themselves without a job. The company pointed the finger at its machinists, who are currently on strike. CEO Kelly Ortberg explained in a memo that these cuts are necessary to keep the company competitive in the long run. Before this, Boeing had a tough talk ...
Harold J. Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), has contributed to both Democratic and Republican political campaigns. With a salary of $728,000 and properties valued at over $3 million, his net worth remains undisclosed but indicates considerable wealth. Daggett's tenure as ILA president spans over 10 years, despite past allegatio...
Imagine a scenario where your favorite holiday gifts, food, and decorations are stuck at the port, unable to reach you. This could be a harsh reality if the 45,000 dockworkers represented by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) go on strike. The strike could lead to product shortages, higher prices, and a chaotic holiday shopping season. The ILA is dem...
As the Boeing machinists union and the company continue to negotiate, the situation has taken a dramatic turn. The union has rejected the company's latest contract offer, and the company has responded by announcing temporary layoffs for its executives, managers, and employees. The move is aimed at preserving the company's long-term future and navigating through the d...
Boeing's recent decision to freeze hiring, reduce travel, and consider temporary layoffs is a stark reminder of the challenges the company faces. But is this a necessary evil or a sign of deeper problems? As the strike by machinists enters its second week, Boeing's CFO, Brian West, has outlined 10 immediate cutbacks to save cash. These measures include a freeze on ...