Tag: unionized

Unionized workers reject agreement with Tops

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Unionized Tops workers have once again rejected the latest offer from their employer after going on strike Friday to demand higher wages. Teamster Local Union #264 rejected the four-year deal in a vote Saturday. The union declined to comment, but say they are available for negotiations with Tops on Sunday. In […]

Unionized cannabis workers picket Phoenix dispensary on 4/20 after contract negotiations stall

Amid 90-degree heat on Saturday and coinciding with 4/20, about two dozen unionized cannabis workers and supporters conducted a two-hour picket outside a Phoenix marijuana dispensary at the heart of stalled bargaining negotiations. Nicholas Fredrickson stood alongside fellow Curaleaf employees participating in the rally organized by the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union Local […]

UPS delivers 12,000 job cuts to management months after historic deal for unionized drivers—yet another sign the pendulum is swinging toward blue-collar workers

Accustomed to delivering unwanted gifts like Aunt Kitty’s homemade fruitcake and rather insincere “Sorry we missed you” slips, United Parcel Service continued to be the bearer of bad news during an earnings call this week. Executives announced Tuesday they’re set to cut 12,000 mostly management positions, as CEO Carol Tomé informed investors that it was […]