Chicago
Chicago schools lockout: It ain’t over till it’s over
January 12, 2022Coronavirus testing problems and what to do in the event of further virus resurgence continue to concern teachers and families in the Windy City.
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Workers win at a McDonald’s that gave them dog diapers to use as face masks
August 18, 2021Forced to strike for 22 months, Oakland McDonald’s workers settle with bosses who gave them dog diapers and told them to use rubber bands to tie coffee filters over their noses and mouths to protect against...
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Empowering communities key to public safety in Chicago
August 4, 2021Community control of the police is a prerequisite to making the streets safe for the people.
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With union support, Chicago civilian board to exercise increased control over police
July 27, 2021Labor backers included the Chicago Teachers Union, Service Employees Local 73, and SEIU Healthcare.
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Chicago adopts plan for increased community control of the police
July 23, 2021Seen as a major victory for those who link safe streets to community control of law enforcement.
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