
Employment
The Boys’ Latin initiative follows the growing recognition that hands-on job training helps teens build a network and further future careers.
2 years ago
Writers Guild of America goes on strike
Members of the Writers Guild of America are asking for a larger piece of the streaming platforms' pie.
2 years ago
New Jersey migrant workers demand unemployment benefits and health care during May Day rally
Undocumented immigrants aren’t eligible for unemployment or for most public health care programs, despite paying taxes.
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3 unions at Rutgers University have reached tentative agreements
The agreements, which include raises and job protections, covers educators, researchers, and clinicians through June 2026.
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The Pa. legislature seems to have met a tax break it dislikes: one for teachers, nurses, and cops
Lawmakers have passed millions of dollars worth of corporate tax credits in recent years, but Republicans say they’re wary of Gv. Shapiro’s plan to offer a new one to workers.
2 years ago
ESPN announces layoffs as part of cost cutting by Disney
Disney CEO Bob Iger announced in February that the company would reduce 7,000 jobs either through not filling positions or layoffs.
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Lyft is the latest tech company to cut jobs
"Lyft will 'significantly reduce' its staff as part of a company-wide restructuring", said on friday by CEO David Risher.
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Camden activists rally for better job opportunities in the state’s poorest major city
City data published in February reveals an overwhelming majority of employees at the city’s 30 biggest employers commute from other places.
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Listen 2:00Gym safety plan offers ‘guaranteed employment’ for adults under 30, source of funding unclear
In addition to offering guaranteed work, the mayoral candidate also plans to declare a state of emergency for the city’s gun violence.
2 years ago
Listen 1:18Philadelphia union goes on strike against Liberty Coca-Cola for greater wages, fair benefits
Liberty Coca-Cola also bottles and distributes Dr. Pepper, Dasani Water, Fanta Soda, and Sprite, among many other brands.
2 years ago
Rutgers University ends week-long strike
The agreement on new contracts promises to increase salaries by at least 14% by July 1, 2025.
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The Democrats said the task force would tackle wage theft and worker misclassification.
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It comes as state and local governments across the country struggle to fill vacant roles.
2 years ago
Rutgers strike: Faculty members march for higher pay, equal treatment of colleagues and campuses
Dozens march the picket line at Rutgers-Camden Monday as union members demand higher wages, equal treatment of faculty, and equitable investment in all three campuses.
2 years ago
‘Temple has to succeed’: Where does Temple University go from here?
Following the resignation of Temple University’s president and months of controversy, key stakeholders reflect on how the university got here and where it should go next.
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