UAW prepares to strike as contract talks hit deadline
Union boss Shawn Fain says companies can afford demands, including a 40% pay rise.
1970-01-01 08:00
Autoworkers strike deadline nears as negotiators rush to avoid historic walkout
With less than a day to go before labor contracts expire at General Motors, Ford and Stellantis, the only certainty is that all 145,000 United Auto Workers at those companies will not strike on Friday. But there's a good chance at least some of them, at a mix of plants and companies, will walk out.
1970-01-01 08:00
UAW announces plan for targeted strikes at a limited number of plants
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain announced a targeted strike plan Wednesday if the union decides to walk out at General Motors, Ford and Stellantis after a contract expiration late Thursday.
1970-01-01 08:00
Hire Adam Scott to walk your dog or Natasha Lyonne for crossword help to benefit crews affected by Hollywood strikes
In an effort to help crew members who've lost their healthcare due to Hollywood strike-related shutdowns, several actors -- including Adam Scott, Natasha Lyonne, Lena Dunham, John Lithgow and Bob Odenkirk, among others -- are offering experiences to the highest bidder in the Union Solidarity Coalition's new eBay auction.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ford's former CEO has a stark warning for both the UAW and automakers
As Detroit automakers and labor leaders scramble to hammer out a contract that will shape the future of the US auto industry, former Ford CEO Mark Fields has words of caution for both sides.
1970-01-01 08:00
Biden walks a fine line as possible UAW strike looms
President Joe Biden is trying to walk a fine line as the clock ticks toward a looming deadline for a possible UAW strike of the Big Three automakers, keeping in direct touch with the key players engaged in the negotiations.
1970-01-01 08:00
Drew Barrymore's show is not the only talk show returning amid strikes
Drew Barrymore has received some push back from the Writers Guild for bringing her daytime talk show back amid the ongoing writers' strike, but hers in not the only one.
1970-01-01 08:00
UAW president says auto strike would hurt mostly 'billionaire class'
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain denied Monday the broad economy will be hurt if his union goes on strike against the nation's three unionized automakers as soon as this week, saying the only ones that will be hurt by a work stoppage is are the "billionaire class."
1970-01-01 08:00
Drew Barrymore defends plans to resume talk show amid entertainment strikes
Drew Barrymore is drawing the ire of the Writers Guild of America over her decision to resume production on her talk show as more than 11,000 television and film writers remain on strike.
1970-01-01 08:00
The 4 key reasons why the UAW could strike GM, Ford and Stellantis this week
Time is running short to avoid a strike at America's three unionized automakers, and the distance between the United Auto Workers union and the companies remains large.
1970-01-01 08:00
An auto strike looks likely. Should I buy a car now?
If you're thinking about buying a new car, you might be warily watching news about a possible United Auto Workers strike. And, yes, experts say, there could be some serious downside for those shopping for certain models of cars, trucks or SUVs, at least in the longer term.
1970-01-01 08:00
Gas prices jump as strikes in Australia begin
A row over pay and conditions has led to walkouts at two liquefied natural gas facilities.
1970-01-01 08:00