
Employment
Unionizing would allow the players to negotiate not only over salary but working conditions, including practice hours and travel.
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
The action comes ahead of anti-retaliation legislation expected to be introduced by prime sponsor Councilmember Kendra Brooks this term.
1 year ago
“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.”
1 year ago
‘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.
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
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
Listen 49:31After 37 years, Philly teachers union president Jerry Jordan is stepping down
Jordan joined the union in 1987, and has served as president since 2008.
1 year ago
Listen :59The program, geared toward people impacted by the justice system, teaches solar panel installation and electric work. It pays $15 an hour.
1 year ago
Listen 1:11Workers 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.
1 year ago
Listen 0:55Microgrant 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.
1 year ago
Listen 1:16Gig 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
Listen 49:30Mütter 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.
1 year ago
Listen 7:28Philadelphia Police Department kicks off efforts to recruit more officers
The starting salary is $61,888, plus a $2,000 signing bonus.
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago