Benefits of paid sick leave gaps hit Hispanics and low-wage workers
A IWPR report based on the 2014 NHIS finds 40 of employed U S adults lack paid sick days, disproportionately affecting Hispanics and food service workers. Among those with leave, many use little or none, while access differs by occupation and race, delaying care and risking jobs and health.
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United States
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U.S
Institute For Women’s Policy Research
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Ture
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Peter Mayock
Site
Erie Family Health Center
Chicago
Mayock
Erie Center
Lululemon planning Iowa City showroom on North Linn
The Canadian activewear retailer plans a spring showroom at North Linn and East Bloomington in downtown Iowa City after successful pop ups in Coralville and Iowa City. The space will test the market for six to 12 months, with a manager hired to oversee community collaborations.
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Iowa City
Lululemon Athletica
North Linn
East Bloomington
Lululemon
Jordan Creek
West Des Moines
North America
Europe
Asia
Nate Kaeding
Iowa River Landing
Hy-Vee Recalls Maytag Blue Cheese Across Eight States
Hy-Vee voluntary recall involves Maytag Raw Milk Blue Cheese sold in eight states from Nov 20, 2015, to March 2, 2016, due to Listeria risk. Products include wheels, wedges, and crumbles labeled Maytag Blue and PLA 854089001 with use by dates through May 3, 2016. No illnesses reported. customers urged to discard or return for refund.
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Hy-Vee
Iowa
Illinois
Missouri
Kansas
Nebraska
South Dakota
Minnesota
Wisconsin
West Des Moines
Maytag Dairy Farms
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Utilities warn of phone scams targeting Iowa customers
Alliant Energy and MidAmerican Energy report over 400 fraudulent calls this year. Scammers impersonate utility workers, threaten disconnection, demand immediate credit card payments, and spoof caller IDs. Consumers are urged to hang up, report the call, and verify status with the utility or police. Call MidAmerican at 888-427-5632 or Alliant at 800-255-4268.
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Iowa
Alliant
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