rail workers

A rail strike looms and impact on US economy could be broad

The Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - American consumers and nearly every industry will be affected if freight trains grind to a halt next month. One of the biggest rail unions rejected its deal Monday over concerns about demanding schedules…

Rail workers win key concessions in deal to prevent strike

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Railroad workers secured a deal that will deliver 24% raises and $5,000 bonuses over five years, but it will also address some of their concerns about strict attendance rules and time off. The deal that’s retroactive…