Florida Republicans advance bill to allow ‘opportunity’ to earn less than minimum wage

Critics argued the bill undermines the will of a majority of Floridians who voted to raise the state minimum wage in 2020.

by McKenna Schueler February 6, 2026February 5, 2026

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Florida lawmakers unanimously advance bill to expand protections for temp workers

The bill would make it easier for temp workers to secure stable jobs and establish accountability measures for exploitative temp agencies.

by McKenna Schueler January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

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Florida Republican says ‘American Dream is dying’ because minimum wage is too high

A Florida House committee advanced a bill that would legally allow employers to pay certain entry-level workers less than the state minimum wage

by McKenna Schueler January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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Officials join voices, ask Disney to investigate restaurant group for alleged workers rights’ violations

Disney has consistently ignored requests for comment on calls from workers and lawmakers to investigate.

by McKenna Schueler January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

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KFC to pay $200K for sexual harassment, retaliation charges affecting Orlando workers

The global fast food giant has also agreed to implement annual sex discrimination training for staff, per the EEOC

by McKenna Schueler January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

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Florida filmmakers take ‘human-centric’ approach in documentary on workers’ fight for heat protections

The film “Without Shade, Without Rest” was produced by the journalist-founded nonprofit Six Eye Films, based in West Palm Beach.

by McKenna Schueler December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

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Starbucks workers in Oviedo join national strike

According to Starbucks Workers United, nearly 4,000 baristas across 34 cities are now on strike amid continued efforts to secure a union contract

by McKenna Schueler December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

MBM Logistics drivers organized with the Teamsters gather for group photo

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Delivery drivers for Orlando logistics company score first union contract

The three-year contract delivers higher pay, stronger job protections, and fully employer-paid healthcare

by McKenna Schueler December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Advocates stand outside of Disney World to protest low pay for workers who help make Disney character balloons.

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Advocates urge Disney to investigate alleged use of prison labor to make character balloons

That $45 jumbo Mickey Mouse balloon you bought for your kid may have been produced by prison labor for pennies on the dollar.

by McKenna Schueler December 3, 2025December 4, 2025

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Titusville public works and utility workers launch effort to build new union

Their former union was dissolved by the state due to noncompliance with what some have dubbed a union-busting law

by McKenna Schueler December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

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Allegiant Air pilots at Orlando-Sanford airport join national picket in fight for fair union contract

Pilots at Allegiant are looking for wages and benefits on par with industry standards

by McKenna Schueler November 18, 2025November 18, 2025

A row of popular Frito Lay Brands at a supermarket.

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Frito-Lay abruptly shutters Orlando plant, cutting 500 jobs

According to the company, affected workers will be provided 60 days’ pay in lieu of required notice

by McKenna Schueler November 5, 2025November 10, 2025

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‘Just practicing for a just contract’: Starbucks workers in Central Florida prepare for potential strike

While some progress has been made in contract talks with Starbucks, the union is threatening a potential strike if they don’t reach a deal that workers approve.

by McKenna Schueler October 30, 2025October 31, 2025

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Orange County teachers approve new union contract offering small raise amid budget shortfall

Most teachers will receive a 4 percent raise under their new collective bargaining agreement

by McKenna Schueler October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

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Florida Republican revives effort to allow minimum wage exemption for certain workers

Florida Republican Ryan Chamberlin filed similar legislation for consideration earlier this year but it failed to pass

by McKenna Schueler October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

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Arbitrator blocks labor strike at Disney’s Epcot in Orlando

Disney argued a strike by employees of one of its contractors would violate a separate union contract Disney has that covers its own employees

by McKenna Schueler October 15, 2025October 20, 2025

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So far ‘everyone is showing up’ to work at Orlando airport despite being unpaid during shutdown

An official statement from the airport states that contingency plans are in place should there be a “dramatic decrease” in TSA officers showing up to work

by McKenna Schueler October 7, 2025October 7, 2025