Editor’s note: The current strike authorization does not directly impact any Providence facilities in Medford, according to a Providence spokesperson. Author: KGW Staff PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — Nurses and other clinicians at three Providence medical facilities have voted to authorize ...
SOUTHERN OREGON, —29,000 essential grocery workers in Oregon and southwest Washington have voted to authorize their union to call for a strike. It claims there are unfair labor practices by Fred Meyer and Quality Food Centers. Non-profit, United Food and ...
MEDFORD, Ore. — A local farmer is struggling to find workers at a time when harvesting his fruit is crucial. Heubler Orchards sells its pears to local giants like Naumes and Harry & David, but due to a lack of ...
MEDFORD, Ore.– Harvest season is arriving for two major industries in the Rogue Valley. With thousands of pounds of fruit and hemp that need to be picked in the coming weeks, many hands are required. However, with the pandemic, there ...
MEDFORD, Ore. — From Medford to Portland, rallies are being held at Fred Meyer’s across the state Friday. It’s all over an alleged gender wage gap for employees. Thousands of people have signed petitions that will be handed over to ...
Medford, Ore. — The hot weather is forcing local workers, to change their routines. That could impact your commute, errands, or even your lunch plans. “I care more about my guys than I do about making money,” Empire Auto Body owner, ...
Medford, Ore. — Each year dozens of Jackson County citizens are invited to take part in the local election process. They verify signatures, prepare the ballots, and tally the votes. But who are they? And how did they get involved? ...
Jackson County, Ore., — After months of rallies and negotiations, a new contract is finally in the works for hundreds of Jackson County Workers. The county and the union came to an agreement late Monday. The agreement made on Monday ...
Salem, Ore. — Recent fire seasons have the Oregon Department of Forestry stretched thin. That’s according to a new audit by the Oregon Secretary of State’s office. The report says ODF has been forced to spend more time fighting fires ...
Medford, Ore. — Dozens of Jackson County workers spent their lunch hour demonstrating outside of the county offices Wednesday. Union workers are asking the county to come back to the table and negotiate a contract, instead of requesting a mediator. ...