Deere strike idles 18000 Iowa workers in six states
United Auto Workers walkout at Deere and Co plants across six states idles about 18000 Iowa workers. Early walkouts at East Moline sparked clashes as unions press for more paid time off and curb subcontracting. Contracts expired with Deere, Harvester and Caterpillar, affecting 107000 UAW members nationwide.
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Addy Testifies In Polk Grand Jury
Iowa Labor Commissioner Jerry Addy testified before a Polk County grand jury probing an alleged shoplifting ring. He said he may resign depending on the grand jury outcome and denied involvement in the ring with no discussion of his testimony.
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