Ballot Proposal Seeks To Raise Nevada Minimum Wage To $13November 24, 2015(AP) - Voters might be able to weigh in on gradually raising Nevada's minimum wage to $13.
Report: Sacramento Unemployment At Two-Year LowOctober 14, 2015 | Steve MilneAugust unemployment figures released today show the Sacramento region had a 5.9 percent jobless rate. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says that was a drop of 1.5 percent from a year ago, and a two-year low. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Signs Labor AgreementsSeptember 22, 2015 | Katie OrrGovernor Jerry Brown has signed off an agreement with two of California’s labor unions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Report: Workforce More Diverse, Challenges Are BiggerSeptember 7, 2015 | Steve MilneA Sacramento-based think tank says California's labor force has undergone fundamental changes in the past few decades. But public policies aren't keeping up. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTentative State Union Contract Includes Pension ConcessionsSeptember 1, 2015 | Amy QuintonOne of the highest paid California state employees’ unions has tentatively agreed to contribute a portion of members' salaries to retiree health benefits. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Report: Sacramento Wages 10 Percent Higher Than NationJune 24, 2015 | Steve MilneThe U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics today said the average worker in the Sacramento area earns 10 percent above the U.S. average. BLS also says probation officers and correctional treatment specialists make more in Sacramento than other U.S. cities. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentUber Ruling Brings Labor Laws Into QuestionJune 22, 2015 | Katie OrrThe online sharing economy is supposed to make things simple for consumers. But it’s creating some complicated questions about labor laws. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBusiness, Labor Groups Lobby Governor On Subcontractor Liability BillSeptember 22, 2014 | Ben AdlerA bill that would make California employers liable for their subcontractors’ wage theft and workers compensation violations is awaiting action from Governor Jerry Brown. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia's Paid Family Leave Program Expansion Starts July 1June 27, 2014 | Max PringleA law that extends California’s paid family leave benefit to people caring for grandchildren, grandparents, siblings and in-laws will go into effect July 1. The original law took effect on the same day 10 years ago. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
In-Home Supportive Services Workers Want Cuts To Program RestoredJune 5, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown’s budget proposal would maintain the current level of maximum hours that home health care workers are allowed to be paid for. Thousands of them rallied at the state capitol Thursday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
