Social Security Payments Will Continue If The Government Shuts Down
It’s looking increasingly likely that Congress will not be able to pass the 12 appropriation bills that fund federal agencies before the new fiscal year starts on October 1. If that happens, many federal operations will come to a halt and hundreds of thousands of federal workers will be furloughed.
UAW Auto Workers Will Get A Fair Deal Only If They Fight For It
At least 12,700 UAW workers have walked out in the first strike wave against the Big Three automakers. Every worker in America – union and non-union, young and old, female and male, Black, brown and white – has a stake in this strike.
Government Shutdown Deadline Draws Closer With Washington Far From A Deal
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says he thinks he has enough votes from Republicans to make some progress this week. But right now he lacks enough votes to push through a short-term funding bill.
Still No Deal Reached In Auto Workers Strike
It's day four of the ongoing UAW auto workers strike at one distribution center in Carrollton, Texas- and there is still no deal in sight.
Biden Administration To Ban Medical Debt From Americans’ Credit Scores
The White House said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will develop new regulations that would prevent unpaid medical bills from being counted on credit reports.
AFT Leader Fedrick Ingram Talks Teaching Truth In Schools
The American Federation of Teachers leader Fredick Ingram says we need activism and political pressure to ensure schools teach Black history.
Oregon’s New Gun Law In State Trial This Week
The firearms restrictions approved by Oregon voters last year is due to start this week. Oregon's gun law is aimed at increasing firearm safety and reducing the potential for harm.
MAX Train Violent Racist Fumbled By Police
Portland's MAX Light Rail system has been marred by a series of stabbings and violent incidents. These incidents have garnered significant attention and raised questions about the safety of public transit in the city.
Nike Closing MLK Blvd Store In Portland
Retail Theft Forces Nike to Permanently Close Beloved Portland Location. Retail theft, often referred to as shoplifting, is a persistent problem that affects businesses of all sizes.
What Happens When Childcare Centers Close?
More childcare centers across the country will close down as emergency federal funding is set to expire on Sept 30.
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NBA Bans Toronto Raptors’ Jontay Porter For Violating League’s Gambling Rules
The NBA has banned Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter from the league after an investigation found that the 24-year-old had violated betting rules, the league said.
