Sep 28 New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour By Adam Beam, Associated Press California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law raising the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour. The raise takes effect April 1. Continue reading
Sep 28 Economy grows 2.1 percent estimates government, unchanged from previous projection By Paul Wiseman, Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press The U.S. economy grew at a 2.1% annual pace from April through June, extending its sturdy performance in the face of higher interest rates, the government said Thursday, leaving its previous estimate unchanged. Continue reading
Sep 27 Auto workers union to announce plans on Friday to expand strike in contract dispute with companies By David Koenig, Tom Krisher, Associated Press The union went on strike Sept. 14 when it couldn't reach agreements on new contracts with Ford, General Motors and Jeep maker Stellantis. Continue reading
Sep 27 WATCH: Transportation Sec. Buttigieg holds briefing on impact of possible government shutdown By News Desk Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Wednesday that air travel will remain safe in a shutdown, but that the training of new air traffic controllers will stop and 1,000 trainees will be furloughed. Continue reading
Sep 26 Is broadband an essential utility, like water or electricity? New net neutrality effort makes the case By Associated Press The proposed rules would return fixed and mobile broadband service to its status as an essential telecommunications service under Title II of the Communications Act. Continue reading
Sep 26 Judge rules Trump defrauded banks, insurers as he built his real estate empire By Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press A judge has ruled that Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the White House. Continue reading
Sep 26 Musk’s X is the largest source of disinformation, EU official says By Kelvin Chan, Associated Press European Commission Vice President Vera Jourova also said Tuesday that Google, TikTok, Microsoft and Meta have more to do to tackle disinformation. Continue reading
Sep 26 U.S. consumer confidence falls in September as American anxiety about the future grows By Matt Ott, Associated Press The American consumer is feeling less confident this month, particularly about the future, as expectations persist that interest rates will remain elevated for an extended period. Continue reading
Sep 26 United Farm Workers endorses Biden, says he’s an ‘authentic champion’ for workers By Darlene Superville, Associated Press The union on Tuesday said the Democratic president has proven throughout his life that he's an "authentic champion" for workers and their families, regardless of race or national origin. Continue reading
Sep 26 California Gov. Newsom signs law raising taxes on guns and ammunition to pay for school safety By Adam Beam, Associated Press California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law that will raise taxes on guns and ammunition. The federal government already taxes guns at 10 percent or 11 percent. The law Newsom signed on Tuesday adds an 11 percent tax on… Continue reading