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Lawmakers demand that Crystal Sugar end lockout

October 3, 2012 By Michael Moore

American Crystal Sugar appears to be losing favor in Congress at a time when the company needs it most.

Disney disgrace: Scandal rocks efforts to block paid sick time

October 3, 2012 By Ben Markeson

The newly minted campaign comes in the wake of disclosures that the county had deleted text messages sent and received during a lengthy meeting on earned sick time.

Protest shuts down Walmart warehouse

October 2, 2012 By John Bachtell

In a spirited act of civil disobedience, 14 clergy, labor and community leaders were arrested for blocking access to Walmart's midwestern distribution centerin Elwood, Ill.

Outsourced Bain workers in standoff with trucks

October 2, 2012 By John Wojcik

Outsourced Bain workers began a standoff with trucks sent in to remove equipment from their plant. Residents of the town began arriving this afternoon to join workers who were blocking the loading dock.

Watchdog group says debate should address High Court nominations

October 2, 2012 By John Wojcik

With the presidential debates coming up, the Alliance for Justice is insisting that debate moderators press the candidates to discuss the types of nominees they would propose for the High Court.