Despite transparency concerns, the state auditor’s report says two programs focusing on housing and preventing homelessness are cost-effective.
Contrary to common beliefs, many Californians in low-wage jobs are in the later stages of their work lives. They also play a crucial role in taking care of the state’s aging population.
Studies have repeatedly shown wage increases bring few job cuts and boost local economies.
New contracts will expire six months before the Games, giving workers an opening to pit public attention against employers.
The California Department of Public Health says the agency is enforcing state requirements, despite deep budget cuts.
A ballot measure to raise pay to $23 an hour could help workers in labor negotiations and boost the local economy.
It is one of the state’s greatest health needs, companies fail to live up to their policies, and the state does not invest what is needed for enforcement.
Rejecting years of unequal treatment, 20,000 low-paid California State University student assistants and workers vote to organize.
Weak laws embolden combative employers, so even with big wins and all-time high support, union membership is not keeping up with workforce growth.
Thousands of low-income patients cannot survive without MLK Hospital. The South L.A. hospital cannot survive on what it is paid by public insurance.
For many, premiums and deductibles now take three times more out of one’s budget than 20 years ago, UC Berkeley study shows.
A pay system that does not guarantee raise agreements is a key reason.
Despite a 10% raise, professors, lecturers, coaches, counselors and others will return to contract negotiations within months.
Nine Lynwood St. Francis Medical Center staffers say they were fired as retaliation for leading union protests against staff cuts.
In coverage for key areas including immunizations, mental health and well-child visits, insurers fail to deliver for those 26 and younger.
A $33 a month average rate hike took effect Jan. 1. Now PG&E wants up to $20 a month more. Reformers say it is time to cap annual increases.
In the face of weak labor laws, hospitality workers brought their fight for better wages and working conditions to the court of public opinion.
Minimum wages to rise statewide, with larger gains for fast food and health workers. More paid sick leave, workplace violence prevention rules and other worker protections are also to begin Jan. 1.
A rare mix of big strike wins, broad public support and a labor-friendly economy could drive union membership growth.
California Faculty Association members seeking a pay raise walked out at four of the 23 campuses this week.