Quiet Vacationing Is A Trend Among U.S. Workers
Paid days off aren't guaranteed for many Americans, and even when they are, most workers aren’t using all their PTO.
Spirit AeroSystems Lays Off 400-450 Workers in Wichita
Spirit AeroSystems is laying off 400-450 hourly production workers in Wichita due to high inventory levels.
Jobless Claims Fall, But Economic Slowdown Persists
The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits dropped last week, undoing nearly half of the previous week's spike.
Starbucks Supreme Court Case Is A Crucial Moment for Labor Rights
When Florentino Escobar, a Starbucks barista from Memphis, learned that his case had reached the U.S. Supreme Court, he was stunned.
UPS Navigates Challenges with Strategic Cost Cuts and New Contracts
United Parcel Service (UPS) has reported a better-than-expected quarterly profit, navigating through softer package delivery demand with strategic cost reductions and focusing on high-margin sectors.
Taking a Look at Recent Layoffs in the Freight and Logistics Industry
Over the past few weeks, the freight and logistics industry has witnessed significant layoffs across several states including Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas.
California May Pioneer 'Right to Disconnect' Law for Off-Hour Work Messages
California is on the verge of setting a precedent with a proposed law allowing workers to legally ignore their bosses' messages after work hours.
California's Minimum Wage Hike for Fast Food Workers Raises Concerns for School Cafeterias
California's recent $20-per-hour minimum wage increase for fast food workers is causing a stir, particularly for public school districts.
California Fast-Food Workers' Wage Hike to $20 an Hour
In California, a significant new law has just kicked in, raising the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $20 an hour.
Shifting Tides in Child Labor Laws Across the U.S.
There's a nationwide movement to revise child labor laws, with some states aiming to loosen them and others to tighten.
Where the Wealthy Retire: America's Richest Retirement Towns
Looking for a plush spot to spend your retirement? Well, GoBankingRates.com just ranked the richest retirement towns in the U.S., and it's quite the list!
Sanders Proposes 32-Hour Workweek Legislation
Senator Bernie Sanders introduced legislation to cut the standard U.S. workweek from 40 to 32 hours over four years, without reducing pay.
Texas Appeals Court Invalidates 1872 Jobs Agreement Between Palestine, TX and Union Pacific
A recent Texas appeals court decision has declared an 1872 jobs agreement between Palestine, Texas, and Union Pacific to be unenforceable, bringing the railway company closer to its goal of shutting down a rail car shop in the town.
Decline in Formal Education Requirements Reflects Changing Employer Attitudes
New research from Indeed reveals a significant shift in job postings, indicating a decline in the requirement for formal education qualifications.
Balancing Inflation and Recession Risks Amid Fed Rate Cut Debates
In 2021 and 2022, as inflation surged, the Federal Reserve was criticized for delaying interest rate hikes, allowing prices to soar. Now, with inflation easing, there's concern the Fed might move too slowly to cut rates, risking a recession, some economists argue.
Supreme Court Decision Impacts Labor Dynamics at Port of Charleston
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a case involving South Carolina’s ports authority, leaving intact a ruling that mandates the Port of Charleston to employ an all-union labor force at a new container terminal.
Canadian Railways On The Brink of Work Stoppage Amid Contract Deadlock
The union representing nearly 9,300 workers at Canada’s top two rail companies is signaling a potential work stoppage due to stalled negotiations over working conditions and wage hikes.
Amazon, SpaceX, and Trader Joe's Challenge Constitutionality of Labor Board in Legal Battles
Amazon, along with SpaceX and Trader Joe's, is challenging the constitutionality of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in legal filings.
FMCSA's Call for Truck Lease Agreements is Combating Predatory Practices for Driver Safety
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is requesting lease agreements from truck drivers, especially if they suspect predatory or fraudulent terms.
U.S. Authorities Detain Luxury Cars Over Forced Labor Concerns
U.S. authorities are holding thousands of luxury cars from brands like Porsche, Bentley, and Audi due to a part that violates laws against importing goods made with forced labor in China.