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UAW strikes spread in Illinois, Michigan

DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto Workers union expanded strikes against Detroit automakers Friday, ordering 7,000 more workers to walk off the job in Illinois and Michigan to put more pressure on the companies to improve their offers. It was the second time the union has widened the walkouts, ...

Former LC’s Tavern reborn as The Red Arrow

FOSTER CITY — They’re all grateful for the community support. Those involved in The Red Arrow Tavern — and the longtime LC’s Tavern before it — credit the local clientele not just with being faithful patrons of the bar at W3070 M-69 in Breen Township. Had any number of local ...

More money pledged for Ford’s battery plant in Michigan

DETROIT (AP) — More money is being pledged in Michigan for the development of a $3.5 billion electric vehicle battery plant after Ford Motor Co. said it would pause construction until it’s sure it can run the factory competitively. Ford announced the delay Monday and is in the midst of ...

Strike strategy carries risks

Even after escalating its strike against Detroit automakers on Friday, the United Auto Workers union still has plenty of leverage in its effort to force the companies to agree to significant increases in pay and benefits. Only about 12% of the union's membership is so far taking part in the ...

Hot dog! The Wienermobile is back after short-lived name change

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Some names are just the wurst. Just four months after announcing that the hot dog-shaped Wienermobile was changing its name to the Frankmobile, the one-of-a-kind wiener on wheels is reverting to the original. Oscar Mayer announced Wednesday on Instagram that the ...