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In this April 12, 2006, file photo, flags wave near the Chicago Tribune Tower in downtown Chicago. More than 200 reporters, photographers and other staffers with the Chicago Tribune and six other newsrooms around the nation began a 24-hour strike Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 to protest years of “slow-walked” contract negotiations and to demand fair wages.
Community

More than 200 staffers with Chicago Tribune and 6 other newsrooms begin 24-hour strike

The striking workers are employees of Alden Global Capital, a New York hedge fund that has been buying up newspapers across the country.

2 years ago

Councilmember Mark Squilla signs a pledge to support workers as members of the Domestic Workers Alliance look on.
Politics & Policy

Philly workers ask City Council to pledge support for labor protections on the first day of the new term

The action comes ahead of anti-retaliation legislation expected to be introduced by prime sponsor Councilmember Kendra Brooks this term.

2 years ago

An empty pool
Community

Philly Phreeze is back! Parks and Rec looking for willing residents to jump into frigid waters for lifeguard recruitment

“Everyone who jumps will help raise the funds,” Parks and Rec Commissioner Orlando Rendon said. “We need to offer many tropical getaways amid the urban landscape.”

2 years ago

President Joe Biden is greeted by Shawn Fain, President of the United Auto Workers, as he arrives to speak to a United Auto Workers' political convention, Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

‘Honored to have your back, and you have mine’: Biden endorsed by United Auto Workers in election

. Labor experts say the UAW usually endorses candidates later as it contains a mix of Democratic, Republican and unaffiliated voters.

2 years ago

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Education

CHOP to train Mastery Schools students for jobs in health care

CHOP and Mastery Schools are partnering to teach Philly high school students to serve in health care roles.

2 years ago

FILE - The OpenAI logo is seen on a mobile phone in front of a computer screen which displays output from ChatGPT, March 21, 2023, in Boston. Campaigns will be required to clearly state that political advertisements airing in Michigan were created with the use of artificial intelligence under legislation expected to be signed in the coming days by the Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The use of AI-generated deepfakes within 90 days of an election will be prohibited without a disclosure identifying the media as manipulated. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)
Studio 2

AI at Work and in Politics, Astronomy Lessons on South Street

Artificial intelligence has increasingly become part of our everyday lives. But, should you use it in the workplace, and should you tell your employer about it?

Air Date: January 18, 2024 12:00 pm

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Education

After 37 years, Philly teachers union president Jerry Jordan is stepping down

Jordan joined the union in 1987, and has served as president since 2008.

2 years ago

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Trainer Moises Morales (left) and Eric Coleman (right) on a model rooftop. (Sophia Schmidt/WHYY)
Community

‘You’re part of a movement’: This solar industry training program focuses on justice-involved Philadelphians

The program, geared toward people impacted by the justice system, teaches solar panel installation and electric work. It pays $15 an hour.

2 years ago

Listen 1:11
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Community

Workers at University City Starbucks vote 14-2 to join national union

Workers at the Starbucks at 39th and Walnut Streets joined a growing national movement. They want fair wages, better scheduling and more.

2 years ago

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James Eley
Money

Microgrant to help this Philly Black-owned electrical business snag federal contracts

Philadelphian James Eley found his spark again after securing a microgrant to help achieve his goals.

2 years ago

Listen 1:16
Studio 2

Gig Workers Rule, Car Culture from Driverless to Hot Rods, Is Measles Back?

Ahead of the Philadelphia Auto Show, the latest trends in the car industry, from safety to wild technology. Plus, new help for gig workers and Dr. Paul Offit talks measles.

Air Date: January 11, 2024 12:00 pm

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Kate Quinn poses for a photo
Community

Mütter Museum’s executive director tries to chart new paths despite criticism

Philadelphia's famous Mütter Museum of medical history started a national controversy in 2023 by removing all online exhibits and videos.

2 years ago

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Courts & Law
6abc

Philadelphia Police Department kicks off efforts to recruit more officers

The starting salary is $61,888, plus a $2,000 signing bonus.

2 years ago

A person holds a sign at a rally to raise the federal minimum wage, on Capitol Hill in Washingtons
NPR
Politics & Policy

Minimum-wage workers in 22 states — including N.J. and Del. — will be getting raises on Jan. 1

While that's great news for the almost 10 million workers affected, 20 other states still pay minimum-wage workers the federal rate of $7.25 an hour.

2 years ago

Maria Valleto holds a sign that reads
Health

Nurses go out on strike at Lower Bucks and Suburban Community hospitals just before the holiday weekend

Both hospitals are owned by California-based Prime Healthcare. Unionized registered nurses will strike through Dec. 26.

2 years ago

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