To the Point
The fight for a predictable work week
America's "service economy" features fast food and retail industries that depend on part-time workers. That's great for business, but it's hard on the workers involved. This week the Seattle City Council passed new rules that might provide them a better chance for survival. We update the always controversial relationship between employers and employees.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenPhoto: bigbirdz
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3 storiesSixteen officers injured in police shooting aftermath
Yesterday’s fatal shooting of a black man by police led to a night of widespread violence in Charlotte, North Carolina. A woman calling herself the dead man’s daughter said he was un-armed and reading a book in his car. Her claim went viral.
Read the story6 minSeattle passes new scheduling rules to protect hourly workers
The $15 hourly minimum wage got its start in Seattle. Now the city has taken a new step for part-time, low-wage workers who have to be on call whenever they're needed. In fast food and retail, algorithms determine when business will be hot or cold, and employers set work schedules without advance notice.
Read the story34 minThe real threat of a refugee becoming a terrorist in the US
A bowl of skittles — brightly colored, fruit-flavored candies — inspired a controversial meme-gone-viral by Donald Trump, Jr., son of the GOP Presidential nominee. He tweeted : "If I had a bowl of skittles and I told you just three would kill you. Would you take a handful?
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