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Courtesy UFCW Local 555If passed, Measure 119 would give most workers in the industry, including those in cannabis retail and processing, the right to unionize. -
Lauren Justice/CalMattersA bill passed by the Legislature on its last day is a top priority for California labor unions, who say 鈥渃aptive audience鈥� sessions intimidate workers. Business groups say the bill violates employers鈥� free speech rights.
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Oregonians will see five statewide measures on the November ballot, including a vote to allow the legislature to potentially impeach the governor and an effort to tax business to support universal basic income. -
A judge has halted a union effort at the Wonderful Company, throwing into question a new state law designed to make it easier for agricultural workers to organize. -
Providence will keep the temporary nurses through Sunday, saying staff nurses only need to report for work if they are contacted. -
A California Democratic lawmaker took a shot at the salaries of nonprofit CEOs after they opposed her union-backed bill that would add new disclosure requirements for local government contractors. -
The 400 nurses and caregivers in Medford are represented by the Oregon Nurses Association. They鈥檝e been bargaining with Providence since January, but a contract has not been finalized. -
Medical residents have a grueling job, typically working 60 to 80 hours a week. Now, early-career doctors at several California hospitals are forming unions as they press for better pay and working conditions. -
Oregon Public Broadcasting workers formed a union on Thursday, joining a nationwide organization for broadcasters. -
New details emerged this week about allegations against a fire chief in Jackson County, including that he ignored an investigation into bullying and harassment in the district. -
With an expensive ballot fight looming, two sides often opposed to one another are attempting to find a path forward in this year's legislative session. -
Cal State faculty agrees to a 5% raise after months of negotiations. -
After months of negotiations, university officials offer a 5% pay raise. The union is seeking 12% and plans to strike systemwide at the end of January, including at Cal Poly Humboldt and Chico State. -
Rep. Barbara Lee edged Adam Schiff for the most delegates for the U.S. Senate race at the state Democratic Party convention over the weekend. The event was divided and disrupted by protests over the Israel-Hamas war.
