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University of Washington Laundry Workers Feel Hung Out to Dry
The Rainier Valley facility’s imminent closure leaves over 100 people looking for new jobs.
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The Backstage Blues: Riggers Complain of Unfair Labor Practices
Theatrical stage employees come for the music and stay for the thrill. But at what price?
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City Council Approves Controversial Police Contract
Despite strong opposition, the majority of councilmembers ratified the agreement.
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Community Groups and Seattle Police Chief Weigh in On Police Contract
Seven of nine councilmembers will need to pass the agreement to ratify it. What will they decide?
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Community Members Left in the Dark on Police Contract
A community input group submitted briefs to the federal court on Oct. 29, but is the public’s voice…
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Oversight Group Rebukes Seattle’s Proposed Police Contract
Commissioners say the agreement rolls back reform, but labor groups and Mayor Durkan disagree. Meanwhile, a community activist…
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Will Seattle’s Police Contract Stand the Test of Reforms?
The Seattle City Council introduced legislation to approve a long-awaited agreement, but not everyone seems satisfied.
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Hotel Workers Vote to Authorize Strike
The Westin Seattle employees will picket to demand higher wages from Marriott International.
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Is a Strike Looming at Seattle Public Schools?
Some educators say they’re ready to stall negotiations to demand competitive wages.
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State Employees Can’t Afford Seattle
As the cost of living booms, case managers in contract negotiations cite low wages for high turnover rates.
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Advocates Seek to Eradicate Labor Trafficking in Washington
Meet the three local woman who are bringing the issue to the forefront.
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Washington AG’s Deal Grants Mobility to Fast Food Workers Nationwide
Seven fast food chains have agreed to end no-poaching policies that economists say cause wage stagnation.
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How Will the Supreme Court’s Janus vs. AFSCME Ruling Impact Washington’s Unions?
The case decision eliminates “fair share” fees, but local unions say they’re prepared.
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May Day Marchers Emphasize Intersectionality
Photographs and stories from a peaceful edition of the annual March for Immigrant and Workers Rights.
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New Seasons Market’s Old Baggage
As the Portland grocer expands to Seattle, labor organizers raise concerns about its treatment of workers.
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King County Employment Continues to Rise
New statistics show a decrease in unemployment and higher average pay, but the growth may start to slow.
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Hotel Employees Health and Safety Initiative Still Awaits Full Rollout
Over a year after voter approval, the law’s framework remains unset and open for public suggestion.
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Workers Protest UW Laundry Closure
Over 100 employees would lose their jobs if the Rainier Valley facility shuts down.
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Seattle Schools Still Seeking Future Options After Bus Drivers End Nine-Day Strike
As the yellow bus service resumes, the district continues plans to attract more contractors.
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The Office of Labor Standards Sets Plan for Implementation of the Hotel Worker Law
It has been more than a year since the law was approved by voters.