Bus Strike Ends but Not Others
Associated Press reports San Francisco city workers returned to service after a 1:40 a.m. wage panel agreement ending a walkout by 1,800 employees. Transit systems restart with diesel buses first while streetcars and trolleys await track and line checks. Other strikes continue nationwide including NBC technicians in New York, Teamster drivers for UPS, and doormen in 22,000 NYC apartments.
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Charlotte DOT board member denies conflict of interest
RALEIGH AP A Transportation Board member H. Perrin Anderson rebutted a charge by Heather Crowe of the Neighborhood Action Committee that his property would gain value if the Wendover inner loop project proceeds. Anderson said the claim is unfounded and the board formed a sub committee to review the allegations.
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Senate moves to broaden minimum tax on rich to raise funds
Washington AP reports Senate Finance Committee advances a plan to expand the minimum tax to about 254 000 wealthy Americans from 55 000 by applying to more high earners and raising Treasury revenue by 700 to 800 million annually. The measure targets those who can zero out tax through deductions and lower capital gains rates.
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Russell B. Long
D-La
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