UPS workers poised for biggest strike in 60 years. Here's what to know.
"With a UPS strike, everyone in America will feel it if it happens," said one expert who pegged the potential economic hit at $5 billion.
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U.S. sees record number of labor strikes
It's being called the "hot labor summer." From Hollywood to hotels, workers have been walking off the job -- recent data from Cornell University shows around 119,000 U.S. workers were on strike as of May. Seth Harris, former acting U.S. Labor Secretary in 2013 under then-President Obama, joins CBS News to discuss what's driving the recent wave of strikes and how increased strike activity could affect the economy.
UPS union chief: Negotiations at "standstill"
The latest round of negotiations between UPS and the union representing its employees have broken down without an agreement. Unionized employees overwhelmingly voted in favor of going on strike if a deal isn't reached by the end of this month. The general president of the union representing the UPS workers, Sean O'Brien, joined CBS News to talk about the situation.
UPS workers move closer to strike
Negotiations between UPS and its union are stalled, meaning as many as 340,000 full- and part-time drivers, loaders and package handlers could walk off the job beginning Aug. 1. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the potential strike.
UPS workers edge closer to strike as union negotiations stall
Teamsters Union and UPS have failed to agree a deal on a new contract that would cover 340,000 workers.
Teamsters warn UPS strike is "imminent" without better pay offer
Union representing 340,000 UPS workers bolsters threat of largest single-company strike in U.S. history with June 30 deadline.
UPS workers vote to strike
A staggering 97% of unionized UPS workers voted Friday to authorize a strike. Workers' demands include better pay and driver safety improvements. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
UPS workers approve strike, setting stage for biggest walkout since 1959
As many as 340,000 workers at the the shipping giant could walk out when their current union contract ends in six weeks.
UPS drivers are finally getting air conditioning
Amid pressure from Teamsters union, the delivery giant said its trucks will be equipped with AC to help drivers beat the heat.
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Holiday shopping rush comes amid rising prices
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Deadlines loom for shipping holiday packages
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USPS announces rate increase for holiday shipping
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UPS workers demand safety protections amid intense heat waves
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Postal Service seeks to raise mail prices
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Christmas shipping deadline approaches
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Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
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$25 million reward offered for U.S.-born leader of powerful cartel
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Exercise: Your Insurance Policy for the Future
In this episode of Healthful, Norah O'Donnell is joined by her personal trainer and fitness expert, Kira Stokes. Since they started exercising together 12 years ago, Kira pushed Norah to lift heavier weights - something Norah initially resisted. Norah has since learned that you lose up to 8-percent of your muscle mass every decade after the age of 30. The two discuss the emotional connection between movement and mental health, how to get started exercising, and what about those weighted vests! Plus - Norah answers what her favorite and least favorite exercises are. We'd love to hear what topics you want to hear covered on Healthful. Text Norah at 202-217-1107.
Chipotle suspected in salmonella outbreak
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Aaron Pierre talks new series, "Lanterns"
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Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
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Lindsay Clancy speaks in court at her trial
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SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
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