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Nurses Begin Largest Strike in Oregon’s History

TLNA — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:29:31 +0000

PORTLAND Ore. – The Oregon Nurses’ Association (ONA) announced the commencement of the largest nurses’ strike in Oregon’s history, affecting six Providence hospital locations across the state. Starting early Tuesday morning, nurses will walk out from facilities in Hood River, Medford, Milwaukie, Newberg, Oregon City, and St. Vincent in Portland. Background and Reasons for the […]

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Supreme Court Backs Starbucks in ‘Memphis 7’ Labor Dispute

TLNA — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 02:28:18 +0000

Memphis, Tenn. – In a significant legal decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has sided with Starbucks in a contentious labor dispute involving the dismissal of seven employees, known as the ‘Memphis 7’, who were advocating for unionization at the Starbucks store located on Poplar Ave. near Highland St. Background of the ‘Memphis 7’ Case The […]

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Supreme Court Sides with Starbucks in Memphis Labor Dispute

TLNA — Sat, 15 Jun 2024 23:47:14 +0000

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Following a contentious legal battle, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Starbucks in a significant labor dispute involving seven former employees known as the Memphis 7. These employees were terminated in 2022 amid allegations of attempting to unionize at a Starbucks location near Poplar Ave. and Highland St. Background […]

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Flight Attendants Strike: Austin Airport Faces Contract Disputes

TLNA — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:23:26 +0000

Thousands of flight attendants have initiated strikes at 30 airports globally as contract negotiations stagnate amidst summer travel surges. At Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, about two dozen flight attendants protested, demanding improved working conditions. Elizabeth Hibbard, President of the Association of Flight Attendants for Austin and Houston, highlighted the widespread discontent among 80,000 flight attendants from […]

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Supreme Court Rules for Starbucks in Memphis Labor Dispute

TLNA — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:23:21 +0000

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – In a significant legal decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Starbucks, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing saga of the ‘Memphis 7’, a group of former Starbucks employees who were terminated amidst efforts to unionize. Background of the ‘Memphis 7’ Case The dispute began in 2022 when […]

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Largest Nurses Strike Looms Over Portland

TLNA — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 03:09:12 +0000

Thousands of nurses from Providence hospitals in Oregon are gearing up for what could be the largest nurses strike in the state’s history. Despite efforts to reach a resolution, the standoff persists, setting the stage for a significant healthcare disruption. Stalemate Despite Mediation Efforts Following days of negotiations mediated by federal officials, a consensus remains […]

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Workers Strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Over Contract Dispute

TLNA — Mon, 13 May 2024 16:23:49 +0000

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – In a display of solidarity and determination, hundreds of workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas commenced a strike on Friday morning, demanding a new contract. Members of the Culinary Union Local 226, including Aaron Mahan, a food server at Virgin Hotels, voiced their grievances, citing the disparity between their current conditions […]

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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Workers Strike for Fair Wages and Contracts

TLNA — Sun, 12 May 2024 04:23:10 +0000

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – In a demonstration of solidarity and determination, hundreds of workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas launched a strike on Friday morning, demanding fair wages and improved working conditions. The picket line, organized by Culinary Union Local 226, saw members chanting for a new contract, mirroring recent agreements secured by their […]

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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge Against Culinary Union

TLNA — Sat, 11 May 2024 00:44:15 +0000

In a recent development, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has taken legal action against the Culinary Union, escalating tensions amid ongoing labor negotiations. Allegations of Unfair Practices The announcement, made on Thursday, revealed Virgin Hotels Las Vegas’s decision to file an unfair labor practice charge against the Culinary Workers Union 226 and Bartenders Union Local 165. […]

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Southwest and American Airlines Report 1Q Losses

TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 21:02:11 +0000

Both Southwest and American Airlines disclosed first-quarter losses, reflecting ongoing challenges in the aviation industry despite strong travel demand. Losses Amidst High Demand Southwest and American Airlines, two major players in the aviation sector, reported financial losses for the first quarter of the year. This comes as a surprise to many, given the apparent resurgence […]

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Molson Coors Workers Strike Continues in Fort Worth

TLNA — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 19:22:37 +0000

Union members at the Molson Coors brewery in South Fort Worth resumed their strike on Monday, following a brief hiatus over the weekend. The workers, represented by the Teamsters union, walked off the job in late February after rejecting the company’s contract offer, citing dissatisfaction with wages and retirement benefits. Negotiations Break Down Despite efforts […]

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Aramark Workers at Wells Fargo Center Vote to Authorize Strike

TLNA — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:28:20 +0000

Unionized Employees Demand Better Pay and Benefits Philadelphia, March 25, 2024 (TLNA) – Unionized food service and hospitality workers at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center, employed by Aramark, have voted to authorize a strike if necessary. The workers, represented by United Here Philly Local 274, took this action over concerns about wages and benefits. Workers’ Demands […]

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