McDonald’s is introducing a new digital kiosk that accepts cash and dispenses change – a move that could pave the way for the fast-food giant to eliminate the need for human cashiers. The world’s largest burger chain had installed self-service screens at most of its stores in 2020 that accepted credit card payments, but at […]
U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert and her Democratic opponent Trisha Calvarese argued about veterans’ care, the national debt and the congressional record on Tuesday during their only scheduled debate in the race for the 4th Congressional District seat. Calvarese, a former speechwriter and union activist, has repeatedly attacked Boebert’s record in Congress, criticizing the Republican for […]
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photo: David Ryder (Getty Images) Washington state is at the bottom of the list of top performers, but that’s still a good sign. Named after the first American president, the state has a lot in common with the other top-scoring states in Oxfam’s rankings – namely, strict child labor laws, protections for workers, and a […]
Outside the Starlite Burger and Coney Shop in Burton on Friday, Michigan Republican Party Chairman Pete Hoekstra and Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives Paul Junge spoke with owner Jason Hester and members of his staff about former President Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate the tax on tips. Trump first brought up the […]
PORTLAND (WGME) – While wages aren’t on the ballot in Portland this fall, changes to how short-term rentals are regulated are. On Monday evening, Portland City Council approved a proposal to limit the number of non-owner-occupied rental apartments to 1.5 percent of the rental housing stock. The city’s current cap is 400 rental units. If […]
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – Lorena Garcia has worked at Manny’s Mexican Restaurant in the Crossroads neighborhood for more than 20 years and is advocating for the abolition of the tip tax, as demanded by both presidential candidates during the election campaign. “Every little bit helps,” she said. Its managing director David Lopez agrees. Ryan Takeo/KSHB […]
Can fast food chains win back price-conscious customers with special offers? Deals like Taco Bell’s Discovery Box and Wendy’s $3 breakfast menu are coming to market at a time when inflation has been driving up fast food prices for years. Don’t be surprised the next time you visit your favorite fast food restaurant and notice […]
KENTWOOD, Mich. — Last week, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled that the adoption and amendment of two initiatives by the previous state legislature was unconstitutional. The ruling, in turn, is expected to lead to an increase in the minimum wage and an expansion of paid sick leave for minimum wage earners. While some are calling […]
