Labor
Today in labor history: Worst-ever U.S. mine disaster occurs
December 6, 20131907 was a particularly troubling year in West Virginia, during which a total of 3,242 people were killed in mining accidents.
Read moreMcDonald’s workers fed up with what company dishes out
December 5, 2013The movement to raise the minimum wage for fast food workers got a boost here Thursday.
Read moreLawrence & Memorial hospital nurses locked out
December 4, 2013Locked out nurses and tech workers at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital have put their jobs on the line to protect quality patient care and stop privatization and union busting.
Read moreYes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus!
December 4, 2013Most folks call him Jim, but I like to call him Santa Wobbly. Give me a little of your time and I will explain.
Read moreVideo: Chicago Walmart workers arrested on Black Friday
December 2, 2013Watch the video of Walmart workers and their supporters standing up for good wages and against Walmart abuse.
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