Labor & Business

“These living conditions are deplorable”: Block Island worker calls for livable housing, safe working conditions, and time off for summer staff

DHL workers in Pawtucket striking for livable wages and healthcare
July 1, 2022

DHL workers in Pawtucket striking for livable wages and healthcare

“I can’t afford healthcare. I’m single, on my own,” said DHL Worker Amber Fortier. “They offered 60%...
Typo for Dunkin’ promotion in Cranston offers free offer to “White” residents
June 29, 2022

Typo for Dunkin’ promotion in Cranston offers free offer to “White” residents

That was a mistake, said a corporate spokesperson at the site when Uprise RI arrived. And the...
Workers at Bally’s in Lincoln voting to strike today
June 28, 2022

Workers at Bally’s in Lincoln voting to strike today

Since the end of the most recent wave of Covid, business at Bally’s has returned to pre-pandemic...
Seven Stars owners voluntarily recognize new union
June 21, 2022

Seven Stars owners voluntarily recognize new union

“I am so excited about our recognition from the company,” said Natasha Brennan, a barista at the...
Seven Stars barista Izzie Cossey talks about unionization effort
June 15, 2022

Seven Stars barista Izzie Cossey talks about unionization effort

“Currently we have three stores that are unionizing. We have Hope Street, Point Street and Broadway. We’re...
Seven Stars Bakery employees in Providence file for union elections
June 14, 2022

Seven Stars Bakery employees in Providence file for union elections

“We, the dedicated undersigned employees of Seven Stars Bakery at Hope St., Point St., and Broadway, in...
RI’s labor movement welcomes unionizing Starbucks workers
June 7, 2022

RI’s labor movement welcomes unionizing Starbucks workers

“We feel really good about where we are,” said Starbucks worker and union organizer Cassie Burke. “Everyone’s...
Starbucks workers in Warwick hold informational picket ahead of unionization vote
May 29, 2022

Starbucks workers in Warwick hold informational picket ahead of unionization vote

“We feel really good about where we are,” said union organizer Cassie Burke, an employee at the...
Casino workers rally and march to Bally’s HQ in Providence to demand full staffing and substantial raises
May 25, 2022

Casino workers rally and march to Bally’s HQ in Providence to demand full staffing and substantial raises

“Bally’s employees are fighting for what they deserve: a fair contract so they can make a decent...
As taxes rise, Elorza Administration gives huge tax break to one of the richest property owners in PVD
May 17, 2022

As taxes rise, Elorza Administration gives huge tax break to one of the richest property owners in PVD

One of the richest men in Providence, Arnold “Buff” Chace, is saving around $30 million on his...
Home Childcare Providers call on Governor McKee to settle fair contract
May 13, 2022

Home Childcare Providers call on Governor McKee to settle fair contract

“We work hard, we perform to the highest standards, and we deserve adequate benefits,” said Alexandra Flores,...
Problematic Senate minimum wage study commission passes out of committee
May 4, 2022

Problematic Senate minimum wage study commission passes out of committee

“Unwittingly, I gave the Senate President a way to give the proposed commission the appearance of more...
Safeguarding Our Local Economies: Cooperative businesses on display at RI State House
May 4, 2022

Safeguarding Our Local Economies: Cooperative businesses on display at RI State House

“The social and solidarity economy is a different way of understanding the economy that puts people and...
Blackstone Valley Community Health Center workers picket for fair contract
April 26, 2022

Blackstone Valley Community Health Center workers picket for fair contract

“Management needs to think more about us,” said Jessenia Espinal, a Blackstone employee for nine years. “We...
Still no compassion for workers at Greenleaf dispensary in Portsmouth
April 20, 2022

Still no compassion for workers at Greenleaf dispensary in Portsmouth

“Quite honestly, [contract negotiations] have kind of stalled,” said Parker Terrell, a member of the Greenleaf Compassion...
September 27, 2023

Rate Increase for Rhode Island Energy Consumers Likely as PUC Votes

September 18, 2023

After Housing, Private Equity Targeting Home Services

July 24, 2023

Monopolies: How Limited Competition Affects Everyday Life

May 26, 2023

RI Cannabis Justice Coalition renews call for economic and racial justice in nascent cannabis industry

April 29, 2023

Uber and Lyft Drivers Strike in Rhode Island for Better Pay and Working Conditions

April 21, 2023

Adequate pay needed for those who work with Rhode Islanders with with developmental disabilities

April 19, 2023

Rhode Island carpenters union fights wage theft & tax fraud at annual tax day of action

April 4, 2023

Art school’s unseen heroes: RISD workers strike for fair wages and respect

March 25, 2023

RISD facilities staff hold one-day strike for better pay

March 22, 2023

Bills seek to finally eliminate predatory payday lenders in RI

March 16, 2023

Rep. Magaziner promotes PRO Act, seeks to expand union membership nationwide

December 2, 2022

Breaking Bread: The Story of the Seven Stars Union

November 2, 2022

Driven to Strike by Maddie King

October 26, 2022

First Student bus drivers and workers announce open strike beginning Nov. 2

October 20, 2022

First Source mandates the hiring of PVD residents but the city refuses to enforce it

October 7, 2022

Residents push city to enforce resident-first hiring ordinance

September 21, 2022

Providence Finance Committee to take up lucrative Buff Chace tax giveaways on Thursday

September 9, 2022

Candidates for governor tackle conservative economics at Chamber of Commerce Forum

August 26, 2022

One Fair Wage endorses local candidates committed to raising the minimum wage

November 30, 2022

Blackstone Valley Community Health Center strike averted

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