Broadcast union eyes strike after networks reject minimums
Miami Beach AP The National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians says networks rejected four day workweek demands for 3000 members, forcing talks to a pause. Union spokesman Tim O Sullivan noted potential impact on live news and entertainment if AFTRA support shifts, with a news conference planned at 2 p.m. EDT.
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AFTRA
American Federation of ‘Television and Radio Artists
Sullivan
O'Sullivan
No Contract for Michigan Teachers
Thousands of Michigan students face possible classrooms without teachers as last minute contract talks fail in many districts. Governor Milliken announced 54 districts have not signed agreements and six districts delayed opening including Detroit. Detroit teachers vote on a 600 dollar pay raise and a 39 week year after rejecting arbitration.
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Detroit Federation of Teachers
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Fires Still Rage Across Idaho and Northwest Blast
Fires rage across north Idaho with Trapper Peak at 16 575 acres and Sundance Mountain blaze near Bonners Ferry expanding despite lines. Montana Glacier National Park campers relocated as Glasier Wall fire spreads. Canadian Waterton campsites closed. Two firefighters killed in Sundance blaze. In Austin, protesters react to wage talks. Spanish speaking rally draws attention to Mexican American labor issues. Joe Orton estate probate fight follows murder and disputed wills.
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Connally Criticized in Labor Dispute Rally
AP report from Austin notes a Labor Day rally where Connally faced criticism over wage policy. About 300 attendees gathered as speakers questioned labor leadership and argued for higher minimum wage amid inflation concerns.
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New Motion Vision Test Aims to Better Driver Safety
UCLA Institute of Transportation and Traffic Engineering proposes a Dynamic Visual Acuity test to assess drivers in motion. Involving a moving checkerboard and rotating screen, the test targets tracking ability and coordination. Among 17,500 tested, DVA better predicted driving records than static eye tests, though equipment remains handmade and not yet commercial.
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Blue Cross pays million in medical bills for BCBS members
Last month Blue Cross Blue Shield paid 1,261,520.35 in hospital and doctor bills for 17,658 members marking an eighth straight million dollar month. The message urges seat belt use noting 8,000 to 10,000 annual lives could be saved if belts stay fastened.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Student Plan Offered for College Students
A notice promoting Blue Cross Blue Shield Student Plan for students aged 19 to 24. It promises full year coverage for under 8 cents daily and urges sending the coupon for free information to avoid medical costs disrupting college life.
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