Business and Economic News

Overworked and understaffed: Kaiser workers are on the brink of a nationwide strike
More than 75,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers at hundreds of U.S. facilities could go on strike for three days starting Wednesday, in the largest health care strike in the county's history.
Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter,' dies at 82
Gambon was best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the Harry Potter movies. The Irish-born actor got his start on stage and worked under Laurence Olivier.
St. Cloud looks to bring new life, connections to revitalize city's downtown
St. Cloud is asking the Minnesota Legislature for $100 million in state bonding money to improve roads, bridges and other infrastructure. City leaders say they want to create a more vibrant, walkable downtown with more housing options.
Kia and Hyundai recall more than 3 million vehicles due to the risk of fire
More than 1.6 million Hyundais and 1.7 million Kias are at risk of engine compartment fires. Owners of the affected vehicles are urged to park them outside and away from homes and buildings.
Writers will return to work on Wednesday, after union leadership votes to end strike
The 148-day Hollywood writers strike ended just after 12:01 a.m. PT on Wednesday, thanks to a new three-year deal the Writers Guild of America made with major Hollywood studios.
Striking autoworkers draw support from other unions in Plymouth
About 100 people gathered Tuesday outside a Stellantis parts distribution center in Plymouth, as union allies joined striking auto workers. Many said they were glad to see President Joe Biden taking their side as he visited a picket line in Michigan.