Harris girds for battle with Trump over union workers and their Big Labor bosses
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Democrats once had a grip on blue-collar voters. Now, they must make their case to this key demographic that could play a decisive role in the election.
Under the contract, the union can authorize a strike once an issue has gone through the grievance process.
Stellantis' Belvidere Assembly Plant was indefinitely idled at the end of February of last year. But a deal was reached months later for a plan to reopen it.
Chrysler parent company Stellantis' Belvidere Assembly Plant was indefinitely idled at the end of February of last year. But in October, the announcement came that the plant would reopen.
President Joe Biden arrived in Illinois to meet with auto workers and attend a Chicago fundraiser. On Thursday afternoon, he spoke with the United Auto Workers union members and Gov. JB Pritzker in Belvidere, near Rockford. It was his first stop before heading to Chicago for a campaign reception.
President Joe Biden arrived in Illinois to meet with auto workers and attend a Chicago fundraiser. On Thursday afternoon, he spoke with the United Auto Workers union members and Gov. JB Pritzker in Belvidere, near Rockford. It was his first stop before heading to Chicago for a campaign reception. The president's visit focused on re-opening an assembly plant that Stellantis closed back in March. That plant will bring back the 1,200 jobs that were lost.
The president's visit will focus on the re-opening of an assembly plant that Stellantis closed back in March.
Biden will be in Belvidere near Rockford on Thursday to speak with the leader of the United Auto Workers union and Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
UAW President Shawn Fain hails "groundbreaking" agreement with GM and says union is suspending its strike with the Detroit automakers.
Stellantis idled the location in February.
Stellantis idled the location in February.
The pact with Stellantis comes just days after the UAW struck a similar deal with Ford, leaving only GM without an agreement.
The deal is a breakthrough toward ending the strike against the big three automakers.
With the tentative deal reached with Ford, the UAW will now be able to use it to model similar contract settlements with GM and Stellantis.
Those striking in Chicago workers were joined by UAW President Shawn Fain during a rally Saturday.
UAW President Shawn Fain said striking autoworkers are "winning" by securing key concessions from Ford, GM and Stellantis.
Right now, about 25,000 workers are on strike.
Ford said the strike has now impacted operations at the Livonia Transmission Plant and the Sterling Axle Plant – both in the suburbs of Detroit.
Ford said the strike at the Chicago plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue is causing more knock-on effects at other facilities.
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
The layoffs at the Chicago Heights plant took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.
Two weeks into the strike, approximately 25,000 auto workers have now walked off the job nationwide.
Approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant on the Southeast Side joined the United Auto Workers on strike against Detroit's Big Three carmakers on Friday, expanding a strike that has already shuttered assembly plants, parts distribution centers and other facilities across more than 20 states.
Approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant on the Southeast Side joined the United Auto Workers on strike against Detroit's Big Three carmakers on Friday, expanding a strike that has already shuttered assembly plants, parts distribution centers and other facilities across more than 20 states.
President Joe Biden joined the picket line in Michigan on Tuesday to stand in solidarity with United Auto Workers who went on strike 12 days ago. The White House said its the first time a sitting president has done that in modern times. The high-profile trip to the swing state comes a day before former President Donald Trump plans his own visit with the UAW.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun.
Despite ongoing immunotherapy infusions, Anczerewicz is still a competitive weightlifter at 83.
The law requires guns to be removed from the home of an accused abuser when their victim is granted an order of protection in a domestic violence case.
Chicago Police confirmed there was a crash, but did not say whether anyone was hurt.
Rescue crews pulled the men to safety in a safe area of the river so they could be helped to shore.
The gift comes comes as President Trump heads to Qatar as part of his first international trip of his second term.
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, said he expects Pope Leo XIV "feels an obligation," to speak to what he called the issues of the day, amid "real challenges globally."
Trade discussions between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ended after a weekend of prolonged negotiations.
A judge is blocking the Trump administration and Elon Musk's DOGE from carrying out sweeping layoffs at over a dozen agencies — at least for now.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Cornelia Tischmacher's lungs were failing because of advanced cancer. Everything changed with a double lung transplant.
The order is in response to recent maneuvers by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
It was not immediately clear where in Illinois the fourth case was reported, or what condition the patient is in.
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
The transformation represents a unique solution to the problem of empty storefronts in Chicago.
The last remaining My Pi outpost, at 2010 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood, has been open since 2000.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
The growth and evolution of downtown Aurora is in large part anchored by performing arts entertainment venues, the City of Aurora noted.
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
Organizers of a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro said the event drew more than 2 million to Copacabana Beach.
Rockstar Games apologizes after announcing that Grand Theft Auto 6, its eagerly awaited video game, won't be released until next year.
Sky guard Courtney Vandersloot and her wife, former Sky and DePaul star Allie Quigley, have announced the arrival of their first child.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun. Matt Zahn reports.
Wally Anczerewicz said the support of his nurses gave him an extra push to bench more than 180 pounds. Lauren Victory reports.
Chicago Police confirmed there was a crash, but did not say whether anyone was hurt.
The law requires guns to be removed from the home of an accused abuser when their victim is granted an order of protection in a domestic violence case.
Each of the moms at the event held out hope that police would find some answers and that their stories would not be forgotten.
It was an overflow crowd for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday morning mass.
Despite ongoing immunotherapy infusions, Anczerewicz is still a competitive weightlifter at 83.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun.
The law requires guns to be removed from the home of an accused abuser when their victim is granted an order of protection in a domestic violence case.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun.
Monangai said he was focused on the "little details" of being a professional football player as he went through the three-day crash course of an NFL playbook.
aylor also tied Izzy Scane's program record Sunday, tallying her 99th goal of the season during the game.
The White Sox rebounded from getting swept in four games at Kansas City to win their third series of the season.
Francisco Lindor hit a go-ahead home run to start a four-run eighth inning and the Mets beat the Cubs 6-2 on Sunday at Citi Field.
The incident began when police responded to a call of a person wanted for an aggravated battery
Published reports indicated that Farris was released on home monitoring in March, then ordered detained again last week, only to be released again on Wednesday.
There was no one in custody late Wednesday. Harrison Area detectives are investigating.
The robbers fled in a newer black Ford Ranger, of which police released photos.
The scene of the shooting is near Wendell Phillips Academy High School, 244 E. Pershing Rd.
