The president of one of California’s favorite burger chains has spoken out about the recent state minimum wage increase. In-N-Out Won’t Hike Prices Lynsi Snyder, president of fast-food chain In-N-Out, has spoken out about her “obligation” to maintain the chain’s restaurant prices after California raised the state’s fast food minimum wage rate. A West Coast […]
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Chipotle Forks Out Over $3 Million in Seattle Labor Violation Case
A settlement over 2017 labor violation allegations has been reached between Chipotle, Seattle-based employees, and the Office of Labor Standards. Chipotle Under Fire The international fast food chain company Chipotle Mexican Grill has agreed to pay $2.9 million to Seattle restaurant employees in a recent settlement over alleged labor violations. Announced by the Office of […]
Chicago Public Schools Target Fair Funding by 2025 Despite Budget Crisis
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is getting ready to plan out the 2025 school budget, and it looks like the district will be working hard to focus on your child’s education rather than making controversial budget cuts. Here’s the full story. Planning Ahead CPS CEO Pedro Martinez and Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova laid out their […]
California Workers Demand $20 Statewide Minimum Wage in Advocacy Push
Following the historic regulation recently imposed in California, which granted a $20 minimum wage for all fast food workers, advocate groups are now pushing for further wage increases – this time targeting all of California’s working residents. Extending California’s $20 Minimum Wage Wage advocate group One Fair Wage is pushing lawmakers to extend California’s new […]
What To Do If You Hate Your Job
Dreading going to work every day is a situation nobody wants to find themselves in, but if you’re stuck in a job you hate, there are actions you can take to improve your situation or prepare for a change. Here are 19 strategies to consider if you find yourself despising your job. 1. Identify What […]
Boomers’ Bleak Retirement: Forced to Work Beyond 65
As the Baby Boomer generation approaches retirement, the promise of golden years filled with leisure and security seems more like a pipe dream for many. This demographic faces unique challenges that could redefine what it means to retire. Here’s a stark look at the realities shaping the retirement outlook for one of America’s largest generations. […]
What Revamped Efforts for Student Loan Relief Mean for You
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona has unveiled a significant new federal initiative in New York City designed to assist millions of Americans with their student loans. This ambitious plan represents a critical component of President Joe Biden’s commitment to fulfilling a major campaign promise. Reworking How Student Loans Operate The newly proposed federal student debt relief […]
Millions Could Find Relief in New Student Loan Forgiveness Plan
Revisions to federal plans to forgive student loans could have a major impact on millions of Americans. President Looks to “Plan B” to Fight Student Debt After the Supreme Court rejected President Biden’s $400 billion plan to forgive student loans for millions of borrowers, the administration has announced what they’re calling “Plan B” — a […]
Spirit Airlines Takes Tough Measures: Furloughs Pilots, Delays Aircraft Orders
Joining a long list of companies making employment cuts, Spirit Airlines has announced furloughs for a large group of pilots. Spirit Airlines Looks to Save Money Budget airline Spirit Airlines has been a preferred option for years for many people who prefer to travel light. Their hefty baggage fees offset the low flight prices, but […]
Corporate America Sees First Drop in Women Leaders Since 2005, Pushing Gender Parity Back to 2072
Gender demographics are changing in corporate America, according to a new financial report, and researchers are concerned. A Turning Point? The number of women in C-suite positions in the U.S. has dropped for the first time in years, signifying an “alarming turning point” in the advancement of women’s representation in corporate America. S&P Report This […]