The ECHL and the Professional Hockey Players’ Association have entered a work stoppage, postponing games including the Fort Wayne Komets' match, due to a dispute over a new collective bargaining agreement that would significantly increase player salaries and benefits. The league aims to resume play as soon as possible and is working to reschedule games and address ticket concerns, urging the union to allow players to vote on their final offer.
WNBA negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement are tense, with players protesting for fair pay amid league growth, while the league's commissioner describes the talks as constructive and aims for a transformational deal before the October 31 deadline to avoid a work stoppage and ensure smooth upcoming seasons and expansions.
Republic Services has suspended waste collection in Bellevue due to a nationwide labor strike, but has set up temporary drop-off sites starting July 15. The duration of the work stoppage is unknown, and residents are advised to be patient with long wait times at drop-off locations. The city is coordinating with Republic Services to provide additional drop-off options as needed, and billing credits will be issued for missed collections.
WNBA players are preparing for a potential work stoppage as negotiations with the league over a new collective bargaining agreement have stalled, with a crucial meeting scheduled to try to resolve the issues before the October 31 deadline.
MLB executives are already discussing the possibility of a work stoppage in 2027, with key dates like December 2, 2026, being highlighted as potential moments of conflict, indicating that labor issues are influencing current decisions in baseball.
Philadelphia is experiencing a city work stoppage due to AFSCME District Council 33 negotiations, leading to service disruptions across various departments. Court orders have mandated essential workers like 911 dispatchers and water department staff to return to work, while picketing restrictions are in place. City services such as emergency response, sanitation, parks, and transportation are operating with modifications, and residents are advised to stay informed through official channels. The city is working to resolve the negotiations and minimize impact on residents.
Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas has been placed on paid leave amid allegations of planning a work stoppage in retaliation against the board, which he denies, claiming a hostile takeover by his family and board members. The company emphasizes its commitment to stability and community service during this controversy.
Anne Hathaway reportedly walked off a Vanity Fair photo shoot in support of the Condé Nast Union's work stoppage, following advice from a SAG-AFTRA member. The union is protesting the handling of layoff negotiations and bargaining at various Condé Nast publications. Hathaway's action demonstrates solidarity with media workers despite her transition to other career fields.
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Hollywood studios are in the "final phase" of negotiations to end the historic WGA strike that has paralyzed the entertainment industry for 145 days. The major issues have been resolved, and a deal is expected to be reached by the end of the weekend. The strike, which began on May 2, has involved disputes over wages, worker protections, and artificial intelligence.
