Latest news on U.S. port strikes
Thousands of dockworkers have entered a second day of striking as contract negotiations stall due to disagreements around automation. CBS News' Nancy Chen reports.
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Dockworker union rejects new proposal
The U.S. dockworker strike is in its second day after the union representing about 25,000 workers rejected a new proposal promising 50% raises over six years and limits on automation. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Dockworkers leader speaks out on strike
During Day 1 of a dockworkers strike, Harold Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen's Association, was on a picket line in Elizabeth, New Jersey, telling CBS News New York, "Those greedy companies are making billions of dollars, and they don't want to share."
What to know about U.S. dockworker strike
Nearly half of all U.S. imports are at a standstill during a labor contract standoff between dockworkers and companies with at least 25,000 union workers at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports on strike. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Thousands of port workers go on strike
At least 25,000 union dockworkers are on strike in the Eastern and Southern U.S. after talks between the International Longshoremen's Association and shipping companies failed to reach a new contract. The union representing the dockworkers is seeking higher pay and protections against automation replacing workers.
How port strikes could impact America's supply chain
More than 40,000 U.S. dockworkers could walk off the job soon if their union doesn't reach an agreement over a new contract with the shipping industry. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Port strikes could hit U.S. supply chain
More than 45,000 workers at ports in the South and Gulf Coast may go on strike, a move that could affect the country's supply chain. CBS News' Errol Barnett reports.
Major ports could shut down if workers strike
Major ports across the U.S. could shut down if a new agreement between the union that represents tens of thousands of longshoremen and shipping companies isn't reached by October. Tim McNicholas explains what a work stoppage could mean.
Trump on Teamsters endorsement decision
Former President Donald Trump said he was honored after The International Brotherhood of Teamsters decided not to endorse either candidate in the 2024 presidential election. CBS News campaign reporter Taurean Small has more.
Teamsters decide not to make 2024 presidential endorsement
The union's president, Sean O'Brien, earlier this summer broke with tradition and became the first Teamsters president to address the Republican convention.
Harris seeks Teamsters union endorsement
Vice President Kamala Harris is focusing on union support Monday in Washington D.C. as she vyes for the support of the Teamsters union. CBS News politics reporter Zak Hudak has more.
Harris trying to secure Teamsters endorsement
Vice President Kamala Harris is in Washington on Monday for a roundtable with labor leaders at the Teamsters headquarters. The Teamsters Union still hasn't endorsed a candidate for the 2024 presidential election. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Boeing employees strike, reject contract
More than 33,000 Boeing workers are on strike after rejecting a contract they say does not meet their demands. CBS News' Carter Evans reports from Renton, Washington.
Boeing assembly workers go on strike
Boeing assembly workers went on strike early Friday morning after 95% of the union members rejected the company's latest tentative contract, essentially shutting down production at factories in the Seattle area. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Harris in Michigan, Pennsylvania next
Vice President Kamala Harris courted voters in Detroit at a rally where she addressed union members during Labor Day. Harris is headed to a campaign event next in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with President Biden. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos has more.
Here are the hotels across the U.S. impacted by a worker strike
Hotel workers have been locked in contract negotiations with chains including Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott.
Strikes start at top hotel chains across the country
At least 15,000 workers have voted to authorize strikes if no agreements are reached after contracts expire at hotels in 12 cities, from Honolulu to Boston.
New Jersey judge allows smoking to continue in Atlantic City casinos
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UAW president on DNC, Harris campaign
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Apple reaches its first-ever union deal with workers at a Maryland store
The three-year deal will increase pay by an average of 10% and offer other benefits to workers at a store in the Baltimore suburb of Towson.
Harris meeting Houston teachers union
Vice President Kamala Harris will stop in Houston, Texas, Thursday to address the American Federation of Teachers. This comes as Harris' first campaign video hits the web. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos reports.
Disneyland workers vote to authorize strike, citing unfair labor practice
The authorization does not mean a strike will happen immediately and both sides could reach a deal. If a strike does happen, it would be the first at Disneyland in 40 years.
Support for unions growing strong among young workers
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Unions see renewed popularity thanks to Gen Z
Polling shows that trade unions are seeing their highest level of popularity since the 1960s, and it's Gen Z, the youngest group currently entering the workforce, that's helping lead that surge. Janet Shamlian has the story.
Bernie Sanders to hold rally in Ohio
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Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
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Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
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Chimpanzee escapes exhibit at Indianapolis zoo, prompting lockdown
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Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
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Man charged with murder in mass shooting at South Carolina bar
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Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Middle East shipping lane
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Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
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Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
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Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
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More on White House's response on Epstein
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