Law Enforcement
Seven of nine councilmembers will need to pass the agreement to ratify it. What will they decide?
A community input group submitted briefs to the federal court on Oct. 29, but is the public’s voice truly heard?
Law enforcement
Commissioners say the agreement rolls back reform, but labor groups and Mayor Durkan disagree. Meanwhile, a community activist might sue them.
Collective bargaining
The Seattle City Council introduced legislation to approve a long-awaited agreement, but not everyone seems satisfied.
Labor
The Westin Seattle employees will picket to demand higher wages from Marriott International.
Education
Some educators say they’re ready to stall negotiations to demand competitive wages.
Labor
As the cost of living booms, case managers in contract negotiations cite low wages for high turnover rates.
Human Trafficking
Meet the three local woman who are bringing the issue to the forefront.
Labor
Seven fast food chains have agreed to end no-poaching policies that economists say cause wage stagnation.
Labor
The case decision eliminates “fair share” fees, but local unions say they’re prepared.
Demonstration
Photographs and stories from a peaceful edition of the annual March for Immigrant and Workers Rights.
Business
As the Portland grocer expands to Seattle, labor organizers raise concerns about its treatment of workers.
Labor
New statistics show a decrease in unemployment and higher average pay, but the growth may start to slow.
Labor
Over a year after voter approval, the law’s framework remains unset and open for public suggestion.
Labor Rights
Over 100 employees would lose their jobs if the Rainier Valley facility shuts down.
Education
As the yellow bus service resumes, the district continues plans to attract more contractors.
Labor Rights
It has been more than a year since the law was approved by voters.
