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    Grocery workers could strike in the coming days

    Grocery workers from Albertsons, Vons, Ralphs, and Pavilions have voted to authorize a strike that could happen as soon as this weekend. And should gig economy workers get employee benefits or keep working as independent contractors?

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Jul 10, 2019 • 25m Listen

    Grocery workers from Albertsons, Vons, Ralphs, and Pavilions have voted to authorize a strike that could happen as soon as this weekend. And should gig economy workers get employee benefits or keep working as independent contractors?

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      Grocery employees say their wages and benefits aren’t keeping up with the economy

      Close to 50,000 grocery workers across southern California may go on strike this week if union negotiations with four major supermarket chains aren't resolved.

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      11 min
    2. 11:02

      Will Uber and Lyft drivers remain independent contractors?

      People who work for Uber, Lyft, Postmates, and DoorDash can control their own hours, but they don’t receive health insurance, workers comp or paid leave. Some like it that way, while others don’t.

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      7 min
    3. 18:08

      Local art exhibits highlight female anatomy

      LA has some new exhibits highlighting the female body: British artist Sarah Lucas' retrospective “Au Naturel” at the Hammer Museum, and Berlin-based artist Donna Huanca's show “Obsidian Ladder” at the Marciano Art Foundation.

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      7 min
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Kathryn Barnes

      Producer, Reporter

      NewsLos AngelesCalifornia

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:0011 min

      Grocery employees say their wages and benefits aren’t keeping up with the economy

    2. 11:027 min

      Will Uber and Lyft drivers remain independent contractors?

    3. 18:087 min

      Local art exhibits highlight female anatomy

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