Labor
Firing of unionists sparks protest at public TV station
October 8, 2012A mass firing at WHUT, the station at Washington's Howard University, sparked a mass protest at the school's opening convocation.
Read moreJobless rate drops to 7.8% in September
October 5, 2012The unemployment rate declined from 8.1% in August to 7.8% in September, with 114,000 jobs added last month, according to figures released this morning.
Read moreWalmart associates launch first ever strike
October 5, 2012Walmart store associates from a dozen stores in the Los Angeles area here took a historic action yesterday by holding a one-day strike.
Read moreNurses blast Romney, back Obama
October 5, 2012National Nurses United, the nation's largest union of registered nurses, has endorsed President Obama and Vice President Biden for re-election.
Read moreManagement locks out unionized musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra
October 4, 2012Musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra said they have "our deepest regret" for "our loyal audience members," after management cancelled all concerts.
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