Employment
One local union has demanded the return of a political donation. But House Democratic leaders deny the existence of that contribution.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:57Philadelphia plans to renew controversial contract with Reworld trash incinerators
The company runs a facility in Chester that burns household trash, releasing unhealthy air pollution.
1 month ago
Listen 1:13PECO strike ends as union and utility announce deal
IBEW Local 614 is celebrating a deal that offers pensions to recent hires and boosts health care coverage. Union members will now vote on whether to ratify the contract.
1 month ago
Listen 1:20PECO strike continues as union says company won’t budge
The union says PECO is dragging its heels to wear them out. PECO accuses the union of blocking restoration work.
1 month ago
PECO workers strike on July Fourth for the first time in the utility’s history
The strike centers mainly on wages and benefits. PECO says it has “comprehensive plans” to maintain service during the strike.
1 month ago
Listen 1:03Democratic leaders from 25 states are suing the federal government for Medicaid work requirements that they say will cause “harm and chaos.”
1 month ago
Listen 0:58PECO workers will strike on Fourth of July if no contract agreement is reached. Here’s what to know
“This strike is about fairness and pushing back against corporate greed,” said IBEW Local 614 Business Agent Larry Anastasi.
2 months ago
Einstein Nurses United members say they want the hospital to commit to safer staffing levels, stable benefits and other upgrades in a new contract.
2 months ago
America’s love-hate relationship with tipping
Why American consumers are tired of tipping and why many workers can’t get by without it.
Air Date: June 16, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Microshifting, polyworking, hybrid, RTO mandates and AI...disruptions to modern work continue.
Air Date: June 15, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12“Información anónima” llevó a los investigadores de ICE a solicitar los registros salariales de 15 empresas, según declaró la fiscal general.
2 months ago
Central Bucks School District support staff call for better wages amid contract negotiations
With their contract set to expire June 30, the Central Bucks Education Support Professional Association urged school board members to address pay and retention concerns.
3 months ago
Listen 1:07“Anonymous tips” led ICE investigators to seek wage records for 15 businesses, the attorney general said. She suspects more subpoenas are coming.
3 months ago
Listen 0:55PECO bills will rise by about $5 on average starting June 1
The increase comes as rising demand and infrastructure costs continue pushing electricity bills higher.
3 months ago
Listen 1:01Philly could automatically enroll 200,000 workers in retirement plans
If your job doesn’t offer a retirement plan, deductions from your paycheck will go into an IRA.
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