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Costco has rejected 98% of the demands made by the Teamsters union, leading to warnings from the union's leadership that the company is "treading dangerous waters" by not engaging seriously in negotiations. The union has expressed frustration over the lack of progress in bargaining talks.
Two violent stabbings occurred on L.A. Metro buses within 24 hours, leaving a passenger critically injured and a driver attacked. The incidents have prompted demands from the union representing bus drivers for improved safety measures, including bulletproof enclosures, armed security officers, and felony-level charges for assailants. L.A. Metro is responding by adding security teams, enhancing bus barriers, and providing de-escalation training for bus operators.
Boeing faces potential labor unrest as its largest union, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, prepares to demand a 40% pay raise over three or four years, citing a decade-old grudge over pension sacrifices and minimal raises. With the current contract set to expire in September, the union's demands come amidst a resurgent US labor movement, a scarcity of qualified aerospace workers, and pressure on Boeing to stabilize work in its factories. The company, already grappling with manufacturing problems and increased regulatory scrutiny, faces the risk of a work stoppage that could further impact its financial outlook and production goals.
Faculty at all 23 California State University campuses have initiated a historic strike after failed negotiations with university officials over a 12% pay raise and expanded benefits. The strike, the first of its kind since the union's founding in 1983, has led to class cancellations and student support for the faculty. The union and university remain at odds over salary and benefits, with the university offering a 5% raise while the union seeks 12%. The strike is expected to impact nearly 460,000 students and represents a significant escalation in the ongoing labor dispute.
About 5,000 Teamsters working at Anheuser-Busch have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike if a new contract cannot be reached before the current one expires on February 29. The union members, who represent more than a quarter of Anheuser-Busch's US workforce, are seeking a contract that rewards and recognizes their hard work. Strike authorization votes are common in labor negotiations, but most contracts are negotiated without a strike. Strikes have become more common in the last year, with unions finding success in negotiations. Anheuser-Busch has faced challenges, including a drop in sales and a controversy over a social media promotion, leading to layoffs.
The review of Portland Public Schools' budget by state fiscal analysts did not provide complete clarity on how much money the district could spend to meet union demands during the ongoing teacher strike. While it disproved the union's claim of having an extra $21 million, it confirmed that the district had $563 million available to spend this year. The analysts did not address questions about reconfiguring spending or the possibility of meeting the union's demands. Bargaining between the two sides is ongoing.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union, in its fifth week of striking against General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, announced a "new phase" in its fight, indicating the potential for an expansion of the strike at any time. UAW President Shawn Fain stated that the union will not adhere to a specific pattern and will demand the necessary changes from the automakers. Despite record offers from the automakers, including wage increases and additional benefits, the UAW remains unsatisfied with retirement security and the inclusion of union jobs in electric vehicle battery plants. The negotiations continue with no deal in sight.
United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain did not announce a strike expansion or a deal with any of the Big Three automakers in his weekly social media address. The UAW has been targeting strikes at increasingly valuable locations to create leverage and stretch out its strike fund. Negotiations between the union and the carmakers are ongoing, with Ford providing a new offer this week. As of Thursday, about 25,000 UAW autoworkers were on strike, and the union plans to strike as long as necessary to achieve its demands for better pay and benefits.
Ford Motor Co. has made its seventh and "strongest" offer to the United Auto Workers (UAW) in ongoing contract negotiations and the strike. The offer includes product commitments for all UAW-represented plants, profit-sharing for temporary employees, an increase in starting pay for temporary workers, conversion of temporary workers with at least three months of service, a wage increase of over 20%, restoration of cost-of-living allowances, elimination of wage tiers, increased 401(k) contributions, income protection for permanent employees, and more time off. However, disagreements remain on issues such as the tier structure and the UAW's demands for defined-benefit pension plans and higher wage increases. Ford accuses the UAW of taking a hard line on electric-vehicle battery plants. Meanwhile, General Motors (GM) announces additional layoffs due to the strike.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has threatened to expand strikes at General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis plants if significant progress is not made in negotiations by Friday. The strikes, involving about 18,300 workers, were initially announced on September 15 and have since been expanded to additional parts and distribution locations. Despite record contract offers from the automakers, the UAW is demanding wage increases, shortened workweeks, traditional pensions, and other improvements. The union's strategy of targeted strikes aims to keep the automakers on edge and achieve better contracts for its members.
Auto workers are preparing for a major strike over inadequate pay and job security, while the Big Three automakers (General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis) have authorized $5 billion in stock buybacks in the past year, benefiting shareholders instead of workers. The automakers have reported $21 billion in profits in the first half of 2023 but claim poverty when it comes to wage increases. The United Auto Workers (UAW) has proposed automatic payments to workers when buybacks or dividends are authorized, but the companies have responded with concessionary proposals. The rise in stock buybacks has been linked to the decline of organized labor, and experts argue that labor unions should focus on influencing resource allocation and corporate governance to address this issue.
Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra have voted to authorize a strike if negotiations for a new contract and better pay do not progress. The musicians are seeking wage increases to bring their pay in line with other orchestras, improved retirement benefits, pay parity for substitute musicians, and the filling of vacant positions. The strike authorization, supported by 95% of the members who voted, does not guarantee a strike but serves as a necessary step. The orchestra's current contract expires on September 10, and negotiations are scheduled to continue in early September.
The Clark County School District (CCSD) in Las Vegas has offered an 8.5% raise in the first year and a 2% raise in the second year of teacher contracts, as negotiations continue with the Clark County Education Association. The district's proposal aims to realign teacher salaries based on experience and education, with starting salaries at $53,354 and a cap of $116,851. The union is pushing for a 10% raise in the first year and 8% in the second year, emphasizing the need to address teacher vacancies and recruitment challenges. Disagreements also persist regarding the allocation of $250 million in funding recently pledged to the district.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union, representing around 146,000 members, will vote next week on whether to authorize strikes against the Detroit automakers as contract negotiations progress slowly. UAW President Shawn Fain has set high expectations for the talks, seeking significant pay raises, pension restoration, an end to wage tiers, and representation at proposed electric vehicle battery plants. While strike authorization votes are routine, Fain emphasizes its significance as a sign of the union's strength. The automakers face challenges in transitioning to electric vehicles and seek agreements that balance economic realism and worker rewards.
The Teamsters union has demanded that UPS reach a tentative contract agreement within a week, warning that if the company fails to do so, the union will demand its last, best, and final contract offer. The union has stated that it will not work beyond July 31 without a new contract and is pushing for a historic new contract with immediate financial benefits for its members. Both sides have already reached agreements on non-economic issues, but the union has rejected UPS' counteroffer on economic issues, calling it inadequate.