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Louisiana Hair Braiders Say Regulatory Overreach Is Destroying Their Business
If regulators can come after lower-income professionals at safe, responsible businesses, they can criminalize anyone.
Native Hawaiians Are Resisting Land and Water Grabs After Maui Wildfires
"Plantation disaster capitalism is, unfortunately, the perfect term for what’s going on,” says Kapuaʻala Sproat.
Minneapolis Passes Pay Increases, Greater Protections for Rideshare Drivers
“It's time for these corporations to prioritize their drivers over corporate greed,” a council member said.
Cornell Drops Starbucks After Company Shuttered All of Ithaca’s Unionized Stores
The decision came after students launched a campaign to get the university to end its contract with the company.
Kitchen Workers Demand Federal Protections Against Excessive Heat
Back-of-the-house workers are becoming ill or dying due to excessive heat -- so they’re organizing the kitchen.
As Starbucks Stalls Negotiations, Workers Use New Tactics to Push for Contract
An ambitious new campaign urges customers and allies to take action in support of unionizing Starbucks workers.
Democratic National Convention Chair’s Firm Helps Clients Fight Labor Law Reform
Minyon Moore is an executive of a group that has aided corporate fights against gig worker protections and sick leave.
WGA, SAG-AFTRA Strike Remains Strong After Over 100 Days on the Picket Line
The striking unions have pledged to continue its work stoppage until it reaches a fair deal.
States Crack Down on Union-Busting Captive Audience Meetings
Amid rising labor organizing, local efforts to outlaw captive audience meetings will likely expand.
Grindr Issues Mandatory Return to Office Policy 2 Weeks After Union Drive
“Our vision for Grindr is one of safety, security, and respect for our workplace,” a Grindr employee said.