California workers lost $4,000 in wages
California workers paid below the minimum wage lost about 20 percent of their total paycheck per year in the past decade.
Restaurants are spending less on payroll despite minimum wage hikes
For cafes and quick service, payroll costs were on the decline.
1.6 million Americans could see their minimum wage rise
Minimum wage in Ohio could jump to $15 per hour under new proposals.
$20 minimum wage backfires as restaurants see orders plummet
The Seattle City Council is deciding whether to pass a new law that would adjust its prior PayUp bill that went into effect in 2022.
Minimum wage could be raised for thousands of Americans
"No more can we say minimum wage, because we don't do minimum work. The days of minimum wage are gone," Pennsylvania senator Roni Green said on Monday.
Minimum wage study debunks business claim
Some industries are more heavily impacted than others, the researchers found.
How California's minimum wage compares to other states
The state's new minimum wage for fast-food workers is the highest in the country.
McDonald's workers land pay rise—but customers warned
Starting April 1, the minimum wage for fast food workers in California will go up to $20—but chains are warning of a hike in menu prices.
New bill eliminating work break rights rings alarm bells
The bill would strip the legal right to a lunch break.
Panera Bread faces boycott calls
California Governor Gavin Newsom is accused of pulling in favors for his friend who owns Panera.
Gavin Newsom facing minimum wage law controversy
California's new law exempts restaurants that sell bread as a standalone item from the wage hike, including Panera.
Minimum wage could double in one state under new proposal
Pennsylvania's minimum wage has remained static for the past 15 years.
CA fast food workers just scored a huge win—here's how other states compare
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill Thursday to increase the hourly minimum wage for fast food workers to $20.
Retired parents admitting they're "screwing over" their kids sparks debate
"There was also hostility from young people who accurately understand my generation's failure to share the wealth," u/MozeDad told Newsweek.
Biden wants to increase salaries for millions of Americans: Who qualifies
Many of those affected earn "low salaries that don't come anywhere close to compensating them for their sacrifices."
Democrats are ignoring a rising problem in the middle of a revolution
Americans are reporting more economic stress than ever before. So why aren't 2024 candidates talking more about a minimum wage that hasn't increased since 2009?
I was expected to tip for an ice cream cone. It was ridiculous
I have never seen anything like it as a patron or staff.
When Your Florist Is Asking for Tips, Something's Gotta Give
Do I really need to tip on a purchase at a florist? If so, how much? And will these workers even get this money if I do?
What America gets wrong about tipping
Visiting Europeans are often appalled by U.S. service workers' reliance on generous tips to make a living—are they right?
Donald Trump Jr. touts working minimum wage jobs, getting tipped
"They've never actually had that hustle," the former president's eldest son said about members of Congress.
Automated McDonald's drive-thru sparks debate over minimum wage raise
A video of the automated McDonald's in Fort Worth, Texas, went viral on Thursday. The test store does not require human interaction to order a meal.
From medical advances to Disney magic, 23 things to look forward to in 2023
Newsweek's annual round-up of the events, innovations, products and developments that will inform, inspire and delight us in the New Year.
Restaurant Owner Faces Backlash for Receipt 'Propaganda' About 'Surcharge'
"Why not just raise prices a tad? Oh wait to villainize the workers," one Twitter user wrote about the situation.
Worker Sparks Debate Over Letting Customers Steal: 'That's on Minimum Wage'
"Why am I gonna put my life on the line for my $11 an hour?" one user asked.
Fury As Manager Fires Employee After Spotting Job Application in Her Purse
Reddit users advised the woman to report her former boss to the Department of Labor and contact an employment attorney asap.
Employee Praised for Turning Down Job Paying 'Below Livable Wage'
"Thank you to each and every one of you for telling employers why the pay is too low, so they understand the disconnect," one user commented.
Mom Backed for Shoplifting Daughter's Birthday Present: 'Sucks Being Poor'
The OP says that she has a minimum wage job and makes too much to qualify for federal help, but not enough to live on—especially after her rent was raised $200.
Worker Says He Quit Medical Field to Double Salary Serving Tables
"At my last straw I was working full time, no days off with the wife, and no money (literally) after scraping by with what I needed for rent," said the worker.
Post Slammed for 'Begging' Teens to Get 'Real Jobs': 'Will Never Learn'
"When you were a kid a new truck was $7k and a house was $40k, of course you would have loved 15/hr," one top-voted comment said.
Tenants Being Forced To Show References but 'Landlords Don't' Questioned
"Money is our caste system," one Redditor said in response to a post on whether it's fair that tenants have to provide references but landlords don't.