The cities and counties in California where workers earn the highest minimum wages, surpassing the state's base rate. As the cost of living rises, these jurisdictions lead the way in ensuring fair ...

In the United States, the minimum wage is designed to protect workers, but did you know that there are specific exceptions for college students? If you are working while studying, ...

While Baraka articulated appreciation for the library staff, he did clarify one thing: Newark Public Library workers are not ...

The move ends an effort begun during the Biden administration to place disabled workers’ wages in line with those of their ...

Alaska’s new sick-leave and minimum wage increase law took effect. Approved by voters in November, it states that someone working at a business with 15 or more employees will earn one hour of paid ...

In a historic policy change, California is moving to pay incarcerated firefighters the federal minimum wage during active ...

GOP lawmakers reject both statewide and county-specific wage increases, contradicting their own arguments while neighboring ...

According to MIT, a single adult living alone in Stanislaus County needs to earn at least $48,962 a year before taxes to cover basic living expenses. A household with two working adults and three ...

The minimum wage increased in 15 states and cities on July 1, though lawmakers in other states have worked to slow down wage hikes.

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A quick explanation of how the state's new sick leave law works for both employers and employees, and what's still to come.