Thousands of Canadian postal workers go on strike
The Canadian postal service has halted after 55,000 workers at Canada Post went on strike. Their union says the government "refused to find real solutions" in contract negotiations.
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The Canadian postal service has halted after 55,000 workers at Canada Post went on strike. Their union says the government "refused to find real solutions" in contract negotiations.
The union representing Boeing machinists says the company's latest offer would raise wages by over 38% over four years.
For the first time, Israel has openly attacked Iran - in what it calls payback for previous attacks during the past year.
A strike of about 33,000 Boeing workers continues after union members voted down a proposed contract deal Wednesday by about 64%.
The new agreement includes an annual 62% raise over six years, up from the initial offer of 50%. The union said one issue that hasn't been resolved yet is the use of fully automated equipment in the workplace.
Thirty-three thousand Boeing workers are on strike Friday after union members rejected the contract by 94.6 percent and voted to strike by 96%.
Thousands of hotel workers across the country are spending Labor Day on the picket line, after union housekeepers from several major hotel chains went on strike.
Israel's biggest union goes on strike as Benjamin Netanyahu faces a surge of anger and demands to nail down a cease-fire with Hamas.
United Airlines flight attendants voted on Wednesday to authorize a strike if contract negotiations continued to hit a dead end. With a November deadline looming, as many as 28,000 workers said they could end up on a picket line. The United flight attendants gave an overwhelming thumbs up to authorize the strike, with a historic 99.9% of the workers voting "yes."
Flight attendants have been asking for a pay increase, schedule flexibility, on-ground duties, and retroactive pay after working under an amended contract since 2021.
United Airlines flight attendants voted on Wednesday to authorize a strike if contract negotiations continued to hit a dead end. With a November deadline looming, as many as 28,000 workers said they could end up on a picket line. The United flight attendants gave an overwhelming thumbs up to authorize the strike, with a historic 99.9% of the workers voting "yes."
The nurses hit the picket line Monday morning, accusing the hospital of unfair labor practices.
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Canadian National railroads haul millions of tons of freight across the border. The strike could disrupt supply chains in the U.S.
They're protesting the lack of worker protections against the unregulated use of artificial intelligence.
More than 1,300 University of Illinois nurses represented by the Illinois Nurses Association voted last week to authorize a strike at the Near West Side hospital.
More than 1,300 nurses cast ballots last week, with nearly 98% voting to authorize a strike, over concerns about staffing and safety at the Near West Side hospital.
The drivers, who have been on strike since June 26, said they're living paycheck to paycheck, getting paid around $20 per hour, while rarely scheduled for a full 40-hour work week.
The Chicago Teachers Union contract is set to expire at the end of the month. The last time CTU's contract was up for negotiation, the teachers ended up going on strike for 12 days, but this time, the circumstances are much different.
The union representing workers at the Canada Border Services Agency says they've set a deadline of 3 p.m. U.S. time Friday for Ottawa to reach a contract agreement with them.
The three-year deal was reached after nurses went on strike three times since August.
Nurses at the hospital had gone on strike three times since last August, asking for higher wages and better staffing.
The union representing 2,200 park workers claimed management has given no written responses to its contract proposals at the last three bargaining sessions, and has made little movement on its top demands.
At least 70 people were killed and a few hundred more hurt in a strike on Palestinians who were waiting for aid, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
Tuesday's 97 percent strike vote allowed union leaders to call a one-day strike over what they say are understaffing and patient safety concerns.
Nurses at UChicago Medicine gave union leaders the green light to call a strike as they negotiate with management.
Surveillance video shows the incident at the station on Oct. 17 in the 8600 block of South Morgan Street.
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
The event features competitions, family-friendly activities, and shopping.
A winter weather advisory will take effect from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snow is expected to be a threat through noon before changing over to a cold afternoon rain.
A winter weather advisory will take effect for the Chicago area.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
American Airlines has been testing the new boarding system in Tucson and two other airports. Flyers trying to board just a little early are asked to wait until their boarding group is called.
The Whipple procedure, which removes part of the pancreas, intestine and gallbladder, is the standard for pancreatic cancer. But one candidate got a minimally invasive approach. A robotically-assisted surgery performed by Dr. Aaron Sasson the director of the Pancreatic Cancer Center at Stony Brook Medicine.
Gautam Adani is the founder of the multinational Adani Group, a conglomerate that runs air and sea ports, manufactures weapons, and packages food. However, it makes most of its money outside India in the mining sector.
A bill was introduced that would hand social media companies *stiff fines* if they find any kids under 16 on their platform.
That's over five times what it was expected to sell for, meaning the banana you could get at the grocery store went into auction expecting to be sold for $1.5 million.
A winter weather advisory will take effect from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snow is expected to be a threat through noon before changing over to a cold afternoon rain.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Surveillance video shows the incident at the station on Oct. 17 in the 8600 block of South Morgan Street.
The kindergartner, who has special needs, claims abuse by other students and staff at Robert Nathaniel Dett Elementary. His mother says she has been retaliated against for standing up for her child.
Four people were taken to area hospitals in serious-to-critical condition, and one of those four was described as "very critical" by the Fire Department.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
Williams and the Bears offense will try to build off the positives in game one this past weekend with Thomas Brown calling plays.
Meyer had five rebounds for the Blue Demons (5-0). Troy D'Amico scored 14 points.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Police said the drive-by shooting happened on the 2400 block of South Oakley Avenue around 10:45 a.m.
CTA officials received a disturbance call just before 9:40 a.m. on board a bus near the entrance to the Red Line station along the Dan Ryan Expressway.
Susan Smith, convicted of killing her two sons by rolling her car into a lake in 1994, broke down in tears while making her case to the parole board.
