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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

Trump’s Deportation Plan: Builders See Red

President Trump’s promise to deport millions of immigrants has builders worried. They say it could cause a major labor shortage, drive up housing costs, and disrupt the construction industry. Many builders doubt Trump’s plan will happen, but they’re concerned about the possible impact. Stan Marek, C

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Workers' Wages: Why California Needs a Minimum Wage Boost

California is expensive, and making ends meet as a low-wage worker is tough. Victor Moreno, an advocate at The Street Level Health Project, has seen firsthand how hard it is. He's worked in the food industry for years and knows the struggles of his coworkers. They can't afford the basics with their

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Spreads: California Farm Workers Affected

Have you ever heard of bird flu? Well, it's making waves again, especially in California. Two more dairy farm workers have been diagnosed with H5N1 bird flu, bringing the total to six in the state and 20 nationwide. Most cases are linked to sick poultry or dairy cows. Luckily, the symptoms have been

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Oct 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Forest Service's Budget Crunch Leaves Seasonal Workers in Limbo

The US Forest Service is facing a significant budget cut, leading to a hiring freeze on seasonal positions for the next fiscal year. This decision affects thousands of temporary workers who maintain national forests, clean campsites, and perform critical environmental research. The agency relies hea

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Automation at Ports: Job Growth or Loss?

In 2022, a study by the Pacific Maritime Association claimed that automating two Los Angeles container terminals in 2015 led to an 11.2% increase in union workforce by 2021. However, another study backed by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union found that automation eliminated the equivale

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Hits Farmworkers: What You Need to Know

Two farmworkers in California's Central Valley tested positive for bird flu, also known as H5N1 avian influenza. This was confirmed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Thursday. The news comes after the California Department of Public Health announced two suspected cases ea

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Heat Protections for Farmworkers: A Missed Opportunity?

Governor Gavin Newsom recently made two significant decisions. He vetoed a bill that could have shielded farmworkers from heat-related health issues. On the other hand, he gave the green light to extend alcohol service hours for luxury box attendees at the Intuit Dome. This raises some questions abo

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Oct 05 2024BUSINESS

The Fight for Fair Wages: A Union Leader's Story

Meet Harold Daggett, a 78-year-old union leader who is shaking things up in the longshoremen community. He's been around the block and knows what it takes to make change happen. People might not realize it now, but without longshoremen, a lot of stuff would come to a halt. Cars wouldn't get delivere

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Oct 04 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu in California: What You Need to Know

In California, two farm workers have been found positive for bird flu. This marks the first time people in the state have gotten this virus. The United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said they caught it from dairy cows at work. These cases are separate, meaning there's no con

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Oct 04 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Hits Farmworkers in California

Recently, two farmhands from California found themselves battling a case of bird flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed their illness after the California Department of Public Health initially reported them as presumptive positives. Fortunately, they only had mild sympto

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