Auto supplier businesses endangered by extended UAW strike, says expert
"They are not necessarily ‘mom-and-pop,’ but they’re small businesses. They may have 10 to 20 employees, 30 employees or less. And they don’t generate a whole lot of revenue on an annual basis."
Analyst: 'I don't see a winner' if UAW strike with Big Three stretches on
Detroit’s Big Three automakers have lost a combined $3.45 billion alone.
UAW strike update: Ford, union spar over what needs to happen next
Bill Ford and UAW President Shawn Fain exchanged jabs Monday about the implications of the ongoing strike and what needs to happen next.
UAW members rely on pantry during strike, in need of donations
While UAW members used to donate to their pantry for charity, they are currently relying on it for various necessities during the ongoing strike. Currently, the UAW pantry is asking for laundry detergent, cold and flu medicine, pet food, and infant formula of the yellow and orange label.
'This should not be Ford vs the UAW': Bill Ford addresses strike impact on future of auto industry
Ford Executive Chair Bill Ford addressed the impact of the UAW strike during a brief update Monday morning.
UAW strike update: 550+ Ford employees laid off due to Kentucky Truck, Chicago Assembly stoppages
More than 550 Ford employees were told not to report to work Monday as a result of the UAW strike, the automaker said, citing stoppages at Kentucky Truck Plant and Chicago Assembly Plant.
Dozens join lawsuit alleging Apple AirTags are 'weapon of choice' of stalkers, abusers
The lawsuit alleges "immediately" after the AirTag was launched, reports "have proliferated" of people being stalked through the use of the device, whether they find it in their purse, car, or sewn into the lining of their clothes.
Detroit Police investigate 3 unrelated fatal shootings late Friday and Saturday morning
Three fatal shootings occurred late Friday into Saturday in Detroit.
Rpt: Ford F-150 Lightning EV Michigan plant to cut 1 of 3 shifts
In a separate statement from Ford, the no. 2 automaker did release a list of strike-related layoffs beginning October 16th at six different locations.
Why UAW hit Ford with surprise strike at key truck plant in Kentucky
The UAW said automakers were starting to wait until the last minute before offering improved contracts. In response, the UAW hit Ford at one of its biggest plants and said it was moving into a new phase of its strike.
UAW strike update: Union changes approach to adding members to picket lines
UAW President Shawn Fain will no longer wait until Friday to add more union members to the strike, he announced during an update.
Netflix House: Streaming giant to open retail stores, report says
The new destinations will offer Netflix-themed gear, as well as food and other experiences based on Netflix’s hottest shows.
UAW's surprise strike at Ford's Kentucky Truck plant to impact over 100,000 people, rankle supply chain
Ford executives said they were surprised by the move by the UAW and said the aftershocks from the move would be far-reaching, hitting more than 100,000 people and crippling the supply chain.
UAW strike update: Ford calls strike expansion 'grossly irresponsible' after 8,700 join picket line
Ford Motor Co. called the UAW's decision to add 8,700 more members to the strike “grossly irresponsible" in a statement.
UAW strike update: 8,700 members at Ford Kentucky plant join picket line
About 8,700 union members at the Ford Kentucky Truck Assembly Plant were added to the UAW strike Wednesday.
UAW workers struggle with strike pay, picking up extra jobs amid Big Three stalemate
“It’s been a struggle mentally, financially," he said. "Just trying to make a way every day."
UAW expands strike to Ford Truck plant in Kentucky
In a surprise move, the 8,700 members left their jobs at about 6:30 p.m. at the plant, which makes profitable heavy-duty F-Series pickup trucks and large SUVs.
Detroit celebrates 10,000 speed humps installed in the city
Detroit is celebrating installing 10,000 speed humps as of Wednesday, Oct. 11. Speed humps began as a limited pilot in 2018, but the initiative has since expanded as speed humps grew in popularity among residents.
UAW strike update: Michigan Local taking donations to help workers who have been on picket line since Sept. 15
UAW Local 900 is taking donations to help members who have been on the picket line at Ford Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne since the strike started Sept. 15.
Strike fatigue setting in for UAW; analysts wonder about the damage to union and Big Three
“Well I feel bad for any location that is being laid off due to a strike," Smith said. "But one thing about is I know every brother and sister is in the long fight for the long haul, supporting one another."