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Could the Union Victory at VW Set Off a Wave?: Some experts say the outcome at a plant in Chattanooga, Tenn., may be organized labor’s most significant advance ...
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These solar eclipse glasses have been recalled for 'potentially failing to meet safety standards'
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Quick Glance: The future total solar eclipses
- The next total solar eclipse in North America will occur on March 30, 2033, not in twenty years.
- The 2033 eclipse will offer a unique spectacle in Alaska after sunrise, coinciding with the aurora borealis season. Additionally, the path of totality extends to Siberia.
- The eclipse on August 23, 2044, will be visible in Montana and North Dakota, with Greenland and parts of Canada along the path.
- An equally remarkable eclipse to the 2024 event will take place on August 12, 2045, covering Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Florida in its path of totality.
Squid Game, Cobra Kai, Night Agent and more Netflix shows are set for the second half of 2024
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Emboldened US auto worker union has foreign carmakers in its sights: Toyota, VW and Mercedes swept up in campaign that could transform the economics of US ...
ft.com/content/01dfebd4-eb3f-4e27-bf72-b0c29cb6f193
Anti-union Josh Hawley’s picket line pandering is shameless, phony political theater | Opinion
kansascity.com/opinion/readers-opinion/guest-commentary/article287207065.html
US Volkswagen workers file for union election to join United Auto Workers: Tennessee plant is currently the only Volkswagen plant globally without union ...
theguardian.com/business/2024/mar/18/volkswagen-workers-file-union-election-to-join-uaw
Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene, the Republican lawmaker from Georgia, showed up in a red “Make America Great Again” hat for President Biden's State of the Union ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Acknowledges Laken Riley by Marjorie Taylor Greene's Request
- President Biden mentioned 'Laken Riley' under Republican pressure.
- However, mispronunciation led to dissatisfaction and criticism.
- Riley's death used by Republicans as critique of Biden's border policies.
- Biden urged for stronger border security and updated immigration laws.
The Biggest Moments From Joe Biden’s 2024 State of the Union Address: Biden used the election-year speech to draw a sharp contrast between his administration’s ...
time.com/6898749/biden-state-of-the-union-biggest-moments-highlights-takeaways-border-gaza-trump/
State of the Union outfits worn for a cause: WASHINGTON (AP) — The main attraction at any State of the Union is the president’s speech ...
apnews.com/article/state-of-union-2024-fashion-biden-232d70549c5e65cbb5656eefbcbf9c8b
The State of the Union Was Rowdy for Biden’s Election-Year Speech: The president was feisty and confrontational. Republicans jeered from their seats ...
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White House officials to embark on post-State of the Union travel blitz: Biden administration officials are kicking off a two-week travel blitz next week to sell ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4518033-white-house-officials-biden-travel-blitz/
Taking on junk fees is popular. But can it win Biden more voters?: President Biden is expected to highlight his push to cap junk fees in his State of the Union ...
npr.org/2024/03/06/1235955054/biden-junk-fees-state-of-the-union
Shock and sadness replace Super Bowl euphoria in Kansas City, one week after the big game
cnn.com/2024/02/18/us/kansas-city-chiefs-shooting-community/
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Quick Glance: Kansas City Shooting: Dispute Escalates During Super Bowl Parade
- Police: Injured victims aged 8 to 47, at least half under 16
- Three suspects in custody after shootings
- No link to terrorism confirmed by police
- Police seek witnesses and information on shooting incident
Gaza ceasefire protesters gather for Biden's State of the Union address: Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, protesters plan to gather to call for a ...
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-790923
Biden gets cold shoulder from progressive "Squad" at State of the Union
axios.com/2024/03/08/squad-progressives-biden-state-of-the-union
The Clint Eastwood Western That Doubles as an Anti-War Movie: Clint Eastwood’s Western The Outlaw Josey Wales highlights war’s brutality on the battlefield.
collider.com/clint-eastwood-the-outlaw-josey-wales/
Things Will Be Different This Time at the Chattanooga Volkswagen Plant: “Momentum this time is way better than the first two times we’ve tried to unionize ...
paydayreport.com/after-the-pandemic-and-the-stand-up-strike-everything-changed-at-volkswagen-in-chattanooga/
Chiefs fans are hoping for a Taylor Swift appearance at victory parade. But her schedule is tight.
denverpost.com/2024/02/12/chiefs-fans-are-hoping-for-a-taylor-swift-appearance-at-victory-parade-but-her-schedule-is-tight/
Quick Glance: NFL Power Rankings: Chiefs Continue Dominance
- Kansas City Chiefs have definitively answered questions about their dominance as the newest NFL dynasty.
- San Francisco 49ers will return almost intact in 2024 with an easier path to Super Bowl than Chiefs.
- Buffalo narrowly missed overtime against Kansas City in the playoffs.
- Detroit Lions were undoubtedly the franchise's best team of the Super Bowl era, but could be surpassed in 2024.
Photos: Shooting in Kansas City after Chiefs parade: One person was killed and at least 21 others were injured in the attack outside Union Station in Kansas City ...
npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2024/02/14/1231619344/photos-shooting-kansas-city-chiefs-parade
Kansas City Parade Shooting Live Updates: One Dead and at Least 21 Others Shot: The police said three people were in custody and asked for the public’s help in ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/02/14/us/kansas-city-parade-shooting-updates
Third Suspect in Kansas City Parade Shooting Charged With Murder: What to Know: Prosecutors announced on March 21 that a third man was charged with murder in the ...
etonline.com/third-suspect-in-kansas-city-parade-shooting-charged-with-murder-what-to-know-219866
Santana and Counting Crows will do joint 2024 tour, including San Diego, Los Angeles and Phoenix concerts
sandiegouniontribune.com/entertainment/music/story/2024-02-13/santana-and-counting-crows-will-do-joint-2024-tour-including-san-diego-los-angeles-and-phoenix-concerts
Widow of Dallas mail carrier who died in 2023 to be State of the Union guest: Carla Gates is the second Dallas-area woman invited to President Joe Biden’s March ...
dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/02/22/widow-of-dallas-postal-worker-who-died-in-2023-heat-wave-to-attend-state-of-the-union/
Chiefs Super Bowl rally shooting noted around the world, especially by World Cup fans
kansascity.com/sports/fifa-world-cup/article285522332.html
Is there a red line for Israel?
Here's what President Joe Biden told Jonathan Capehart on MSNBC’s The Saturday/Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart ... Show more www.msnbc.com/jonathan-capehart/watch/exclusive-interview-with-president-biden-following-state-of-the-union-address-206036549772
Jackson Mahomes Gets Boost Amid Backlash: Jackson Mahomes' may have rehabilitated his public image, thanks to his rumored actions during the Kansas City shooting ...
newsweek.com/jackson-mahomes-kansas-city-parade-shooting-sexual-assault-charges-union-station-1870621
A look at Johnston girls basketball's historic, undefeated run to 2024 state championship
desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/high-school/2024/03/02/johnston-girls-basketball-iowa-high-school-sports-ighsau-history-aili-tanke-jenica-lewis/72790714007/
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Midwest laborers’ union endorses Lucas Kunce for US Senate: Missouri Kansas Laborers District Council has more than 12,000 members working in construction and ...
stltoday.com/news/local/column/joe-holleman/midwest-laborers-union-endorses-lucas-kunce-for-us-senate/article_81726594-c20a-11ee-b89e-5b8fcd46f3e5.html
Belfast rappers Kneecap on stunts, drugs and Kemi Badenoch: ‘We don’t discriminate who we piss off’
theguardian.com/music/2024/feb/25/irish-rappers-kneecap-film-fine-art-album-interview
Chiefs rally shooting, KC police union spat, ‘Jordan rules’ for Mahomes: What a week | Opinion
kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article285933366.html
State of the Union guest: Dallas doctor who fled state for abortion: U.S. Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas, invited Austin Dennard to the March 7 State of the Union ...
dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/02/25/rep-colin-allred-invites-dallas-doctor-who-fled-state-for-abortion-to-state-of-the-union/
‘Guardian angel:’ Bullet grazed teen’s chin, hit shoulder in Kansas City mass shooting
kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article285756381.html
Moment heroic Kansas City Chiefs fans tackle parade 'shooter': Brave Kansas City Chiefs fans tackled one of the suspected gunmen as he attempted to flee police ...
dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13084687/Moment-heroic-Kansas-City-Chiefs-fans-tackle-parade-shooter-arrest.html
Teen recounts Andy Reid hugging him at Union Station shooting, losing track of friends
kansascity.com/news/local/article285492062.html
Kansas City tries to recover after mass shooting at Super Bowl celebration: A mother was killed and 22 people injured by gunfire, when shots erupted amid the ...
torontosun.com/news/world/kansas-city-tries-to-recover-after-mass-shooting-at-super-bowl-celebration
One dead after multiple people shot near Kansas City Chiefs’ Superbowl parade: Three people have been detained after 22 people were shot, including eight ...
inews.co.uk/news/kansas-city-chiefs-superbowl-parade-shooting-2906732
As gunfire erupted at Union Station, couple helped kids, mom with baby get to safety
kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article285531892.html
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One dead, 22 injured in random shooting in Missouri: The incident happened at Union Station when people gathered to watch the Kansas City Chiefs parade after the ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/dunia/2024/02/15/seorang-maut-22-cedera-dalam-tembakan-rambang-di-missouri/
Your complete guide to the Super Bowl parade: Road closures, parking, map and more
kansascity.com/news/local/article285379442.html
Tulsa Union quarterback Shaker Reisig commits to Utah football 2025 recruiting class
oklahoman.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2024/02/12/shaker-reisig-tulsa-union-commits-utah-utes-2025-recruiting-class/72576879007/
Missouri abortion rights groups launch effort to place constitutional amendment on the 2024 ballot
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/missouri-abortion-rights-constitutional-amendment-ballot-rcna134371
Quick Glance: March for Life Continues in Snowy D.C.
- Thousands gather annually in D.C. for anti-abortion march, even after the end of Roe v. Wade.
- Participants of all ages from across the country brave freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall to spread their message.
- Organizers and participants are focused on the future of their movement, aiming to march until abortion is unthinkable.
- Following the Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights, activists continue to mobilize for a long struggle, with some hoping for federal government action to restrict abortions.
Kate Cox to attend State of the Union at first lady's invitation: At the invitation of the White House, which wants to highlight abortion access ...
dallasnews.com/news/2024/01/24/to-spotlight-abortion-restrictions-white-house-invites-kate-cox-to-state-of-the-union/
Quick Glance: Bidens Extend Invitation to Kate Cox for State of the Union
- Cox had to travel out of state to undergo an abortion.
- President Joe Biden extended an invitation to Kate Cox, who was denied an emergency abortion by a Texas emergency court.
- Kate Cox left the state to have an abortion for a pregnancy with severe anomalies.
- The president and first lady thanked Cox for her courage and steadfastness in addressing the impact of the extreme abortion ban in Texas.
St. Louis Nursing Home Closes Suddenly, Displacing Over 170 Residents: Northview Village closed so abruptly on Friday, according to a union, that relatives ...
nytimes.com/2023/12/19/us/st-louis-nursing-home-missouri-closes.html
Autoworkers ratify deal with General Motors after tight vote: Union workers at General Motors (GM) plants ratified a 54-month contract with the U.S ...
thehill.com/business/4313124-general-motors-gm-uaw-ratify-contract/
Quick Glance: GM Workers' Contract Likely to Pass Despite Worker's Discontent
- Photographed on September 15, 2023 at General Motors' Wentzville Assembly Plant in Wentzville, Missouri.
- On October 30, UAW President Shawn Fain announced a contract deal with General Motors, praising the workers for their relentless fight.
- A significant number of GM workers voted against the record contracts, including a majority at some of the company's largest plants.
- Workers at GM's Arlington Assembly plant voted for the contract, while Ford workers were more positive, and the voting at Stellan in the Toledo Assembly Complex of Stellantis is pending.
Local Anheuser-Busch janitors unionize with SEIU local: This union contract with Clean-Tech comes after Philadelphia-based Aramark was initially awarded a ...
stltoday.com/news/local/business/local-anheuser-busch-janitors-unionize-with-seiu-local/article_61ce7046-9f57-11ee-9ef7-c31c65d06b8c.html
‘You can’t beat us’: Starbucks workers to strike in ‘Red Cup Rebellion’: Thousands expected to participate, including actions at non-unionized stores ...
theguardian.com/business/2023/nov/15/starbucks-union-strike-red-cup-day
December's 5 Dividend Growth Stocks With 5.10%+ Yields: Dividend growth stocks can provide reliable cash flows and long-term wealth to income investors ...
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Union vote on new contract with General Motors too close to call as more tallies counted
pbs.org/newshour/nation/union-vote-on-new-contract-with-general-motors-too-close-to-call-as-more-tallies-counted
George Santos is ousted from the House. A Kentuckian once met the same fate.: Rep. Thomas Massie opposed George Santos’ ouster. Santos joins a short list of ...
kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article282564533.html
Quick Glance: George Santos Expelled from Congress
- House vote: New York Republican George Santos expelled.
- Santos, sixth member expelled in a Congress vote.
- Over 100 Republicans voted with Democrats for Santos' expulsion.
- Santos to be replaced in special election, date not set.
Las Vegas hotel workers union reaches tentative deal with Caesars, but threat of strike still looms
english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2023-11-08/las-vegas-hotel-workers-union-reaches-tentative-deal-with-caesars-but-threat-of-strike-still-looms.html
Quick Glance: Las Vegas Union Strikes Tentative Deal with Caesars, Strike Threat Remains
- Las Vegas hospitality workers' union reaches tentative deal with Caesars Entertainment to avoid a major strike at over a dozen hotel-casinos.
- Agreement reached after months of negotiations and just before the union's strike deadline.
- Union announces a tentative five-year contract for about 10,000 workers after 20 hours of negotiations.
- Potential for a widespread strike if deals aren't reached with MGM Resorts International and Wynn Resorts by 5 a.m. Friday.
Union Says Right-Wing Group Used ‘Trickery’ To Try To Get Teachers To Drop Membership
huffpost.com/entry/freedom-foundation-teachers-unions_n_65493d79e4b01b258584d219
Missouri Green Party fights for space on state’s 2024 ballot. Will it find favor?
stltoday.com/news/local/government-politics/missouri-green-party-fights-for-space-on-state-s-2024-ballot-will-it-find-favor/article_32d65c54-71b2-11ee-a3a8-13e311d4c20e.html
Biden Becomes 1st U.S. President On Picket Line—But Auto Workers Still Haven’t Endorsed Him
forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2023/09/26/biden-becomes-1st-us-president-on-picket-line-but-auto-workers-still-havent-endorsed-him/
Quick Glance: Biden and Trump compete for the favor of workers in Michigan
- President Biden and former President Trump emphasize the importance of the working class in Michigan.
- Trump won the battleground states of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania in 2016, which Biden reclaimed in 2020.
- Biden won the union vote in Michigan with 62% in 2020.
- In 2012, Obama won nonwhite working-class voters by a large margin.
UAW Strike: Auto workers union expand stoppage to 38 new plants: Progress had been made at Ford, UAW President Shawn Fain said Friday, leaving General Motors and ...
businessinsider.com/uaw-auto-workers-union-expands-strike-second-week-new-locations-2023-9
Quick Glance: Trump pretends to support workers amid UAW strike
- The former president is undeniably trying to impress Michigan workers.
- Trump repeatedly boasted about his extensive infrastructure plans, promoting one infrastructure week after another.
- Trump successfully passed a significant legislation: $1.5 trillion in tax cuts that primarily benefited the wealthy and corporations, while providing minimal benefits to workers like the UAW members on strike.
- When it comes to unions, Trump doesn't genuinely support them - what he supports is union members supporting him.
UAW strike: Union battle with Detroit automakers escalates to PR war, will hurt consumers
freep.com/story/money/cars/2023/09/23/uaw-strike-detroit-automakers-consumers-cost-dealers/70933381007/
Despite past labor positions, Sen. Josh Hawley pledges autoworker support in Wentzville
stltoday.com/news/local/government-politics/despite-past-labor-positions-sen-josh-hawley-pledges-autoworker-support-in-wentzville/article_86fa88f2-5bd0-11ee-b156-5f1ac7d5dfcb.html
The father has spent his career at Ford. The son might not: Their difference in the duo's views reflect the shift that has fed recent growth in support for ...
nytimes.com/2023/09/26/us/uaw-union-ford-michigan-generations.html
UAW to strike at more US auto plants if no progress made by Friday: The United Auto Workers union said it would announce on Friday more plants to strike if no ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/uaw-detroit-three-automakers-try-reach-deal-before-strike-widens-2023-09-18/
Quick Glance: UAW resumes talks with Stellantis, Chrysler's parent company
- The United Auto Workers and Stellantis have resumed their negotiations as the strike against the Detroit Three automakers enters its fourth day.
- Analysts and industry representatives are questioning how long it will take for the UAW to strike at additional locations to increase pressure on the automakers.
- The strikes have halted production at plants in Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri that manufacture the Ford Bronco, Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Colorado, and other popular models.
- Ford has temporarily laid off 600 non-striking workers at the Michigan Bronco plant due to the impact of the work stoppage.
Missing Union County teen Lauren Heath found safe in Missouri, police say
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U.S. Auto Workers’ Union Boss Says Strikes Will Continue in Bid for Better Offers from Companies
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Quick Glance: UAW opts against strike expansion
- UAW President Shawn Fain announced that the union will not expand its strike against Ford, General Motors (GM), and Stellantis.
- The union has a 23 percent wage hike on the table and has made progress in terms of work-life balance, cost of living adjustments, and retirement benefits.
- Fain emphasized that the days of UAW and Ford teaming up to fight other companies are over.
- The strike now includes nearly 34,000 union workers.
Battle Over Electric Vehicles Is Central to Auto Strike: Carmakers are anxious to keep costs down as they ramp up electric vehicle manufacturing ...
nytimes.com/2023/09/16/business/electric-vehicles-uaw-gm-ford-stellantis.html
Josh Hawley and Lucas Kunce want workers' votes. The battle promises to define campaign.
stltoday.com/news/local/column/joe-holleman/josh-hawley-and-lucas-kunce-want-workers-votes-the-battle-promises-to-define-campaign/article_b49e9418-5e20-11ee-87a7-93ea5427ad6e.html
Scoop: Biden agency head works mostly from Missouri, not D.C.: It's the latest example of how remote work has continued after the pandemic for many federal ...
axios.com/2023/10/20/biden-agency-head-works-remote-missouri-dc
UAW strike brings Biden, Trump to Michigan to battle for the American worker: UAW members have divergent feelings about high-profile visits this week from ...
detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2023/09/25/uaw-strike-brings-biden-trump-to-michigan-to-battle-for-the-american-worker/70958363007/
UAW, automakers to resume talks as strike starts to create parts shortage: The United Auto Workers said it plans to resume bargaining on Saturday after launching ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-auto-union-strike-three-detroit-three-factories-2023-09-15/
UAW, General Motors (GM) Move Towards Tentative Deal, Union Negotiator Says: General Motors Co. and the United Auto Workers are moving toward a tentative ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-10-19/uaw-and-gm-inch-toward-tentative-deal-union-negotiator-says
Deaths haunt Corporate America via labor strikes: On Friday, workers at the largest car manufacturers have gone on strike. Manufacturing plants in Wentzville ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/deaths-haunt-corporate-america-via-labor-strikes-2023-09-15/
This Labor Day, ask yourself: Are unions living up to their promises?: Public sector union executives will go to war to ensure they keep their power — even at ...
thehill.com/opinion/civil-rights/4181942-this-labor-day-ask-yourself-are-unions-living-up-to-their-promises/
Where key issues stand as UAW closes in on extended strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis
cnbc.com/2023/09/21/uaw-strike-top-issues-where-gm-ford-and-stellantis-stand.html
UAW, automakers to resume talks as strike starts to create parts shortage: The United Auto Workers said it plans to resume bargaining on Saturday after launching ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-auto-union-strike-three-detroit-three-factories-2023-09-15/
LARRY KUDLOW: This sets up a huge doom loop for the car business: FOX Business host Larry Kudlow explains the impact of the UAW strike on Friday's "Kudlow."
foxbusiness.com/media/larry-kudlow-sets-up-huge-doom-loop-car-business
Jacqueline Wake Young: Aberdeen and Highlands can teach Sunak something about aspiration
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/opinion/6211813/aberdeen-highlands-teach-sunak-aspiration/
The battle over electric vehicles is central to the United Auto Workers strike: The strike has come as the traditional automakers invest billions to develop ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/09/17/business/battle-over-electric-vehicles-is-central-united-auto-workers-strike/
Workers are trying to unionize in greater numbers than expected in the Midwest: Unionization attempts this year are continuing at a faster pace than predicted in ...
stltoday.com/news/local/business/workers-are-trying-to-unionize-in-greater-numbers-than-expected-in-the-midwest/article_e25e7bca-480e-11ee-ab4e-3b41f00362f6.html
UAW strike day 6: With sides far apart, GM president seeks to debunk 'myths' from union
detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2023/09/20/uaw-strike-day-6-general-motors/70908331007/
UAW strike: Workers at 3 plants in 3 states launch historic action against Detroit Three
eu.freep.com/story/money/cars/2023/09/15/uaw-cant-reach-deal-with-gm-ford-stellantis-strikes-at-3-plants/70858771007/
UAW, Detroit 3 talks 'active' on Day 5 of strike; Toledo supplier workers get strike pay
freep.com/story/money/cars/2023/09/19/uaw-strike-rally-supplier-strike-pay-day-5-update/70904493007/
Catholic church offers prayers for quick, fair end to UAW strike: Down the street from striking autoworkers, St. Mary Catholic Church drew its flock together ...
freep.com/story/money/cars/auto-leadership/2023/09/17/uaw-strike-wayne-michigan-assembly-st-mary-catholic-church/70884576007/
Anchor Brewing will consider potential offer from employees wanting to purchase the 127-year-old brewery
mercurynews.com/2023/07/22/anchor-brewing-will-consider-potential-offer-from-employees-wanting-to-purchase-the-127-year-old-brewery/
Missouri Supreme Court orders attorney general to let abortion ballot initiative go forward
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4110105-missouri-supreme-court-orders-attorney-general-to-let-abortion-ballot-initiative-go-forward/
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