Major Gavin Newsom donor benefitting from California $20 minimum wage exemption pushed by governor: report
Billionaire Greg Flynn, a major donor to Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom, is benefitting from an exemption to the state's new $20 minimum wage regulations.
DoorDash says data shows Seattle pay rules have caused 'unprecedented drop' in business
DoorDash said that it has seen an "unprecedented drop in order volume" in Seattle since the city council's minimum pay law for app workers took effect in January.
Seattle's minimum pay ordinance hurting delivery drivers it meant to help
The Seattle City Council's minimum pay law for app workers is taking a bite out of delivery orders for food and groceries as consumers balk at higher order costs.
Fast-food prices set to rise at McDonald's, Chipotle and others as California minimum wage hike looms
Fast-food workers in California will make $20 an hour when the industry's new minimum wage law takes effect in April, with some fast-food restaurants preparing to raise prices.
Walmart to give US store managers a raise
Walmart announced that U.S. store managers will see a salary increase from $117,000 to $128,000 annually and will get larger bonuses beginning on February 1, 2024.
Americans in these states are getting a pay raise this year
Nearly half of the U.S. states are increasing their minimum wages at the start of 2024, which is projected to give nearly 10 million workers a pay increase.
Los Angeles dessert shop announces sudden closure of locations, cites cost of business in California
A Los Angeles bakery chain announced the closure of its stores on New Year's Eve, citing the rising costs of doing business in California.
New York minimum wage increase goes into effect as 2024 begins
New York state's minimum wage increases went into effect at the stroke of midnight, raising pay across the state, with special rates implemented in New York City.
California Pizza Hut franchises announce layoffs of delivery drivers before new $20 minimum wage: report
Several Pizza Hut franchises in California will lay off delivery drivers across the state months before a new minimum wage law will go into effect.
McDonald's, Chipotle customers may pay for California minimum wage hike: expert
McDonald's and Chipotle both expect to raise menu prices in order to compensate for the $20 minimum wage for fast food workers signed into law by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
McDonald's CEO warns California minimum wage hike will hurt franchisees
McDonald's is warning that California's minimum wage hike to $20 an hour will have an impact on franchisees as they deal with higher wages.
4 reasons Gavin Newsom's new fast food law is a recipe for disaster
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill that raises the minimum wage for fast food workers.
California Gov. Newsom signs fast-food worker $20 minimum wage bill into law
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed into law a bill that will mandate a $20 per hour minimum wage for fast-food workers across the state, calling it "a big deal."
California could increase minimum wage for fast food, health care workers under new proposals
California's fast food and health care workers in California are expected to receive major salary boosts after a push by labor unions in the state Legislature.
NYC sued by food delivery services over new minimum wage law
Food delivery companies, including GrubHub, Uber and DoorDash, are suing New York City in an attempt to fight a new law requiring a $17.96-an-hour minimum wage for workers.
West Hollywood minimum wage sets new record, sparking concern for businesses: 'How do you survive?'
Brett Latteri, owner of The Den on Sunset, said the West Hollywood City Council's decision likely came from good intentions but will only lead to higher inflation.
California Senate passes $25 minimum wage for health care workers
California's state Senate passed a bill this week that would raise the minimum wage for health care workers and support staffers to $25 an hour.
California reparations committee calls on state to raise minimum wage above $15.50 to a 'living wage'
California's reparations task force is calling on lawmakers to raise the state's minimum wage, already the nation's second highest at $15.50, to a "living wage."
Los Angeles councilman proposes $25 minimum wage for tourism workers
A Los Angeles city councilman wants to raise the minimum wage for tourism workers to $25.
Biden’s IRS slammed over plan to dip into tip jars: ‘Already struggling to survive’
With signs that the IRS is looking to crack down on servers and small businesses, one waitress alongside lawmakers on Capitol Hill spotlight how critical tips are.