Labor

Taxpayers’ pay over 2X rate Illinois workers pay for health insurance

Taxpayers’ pay over 2X rate Illinois workers pay for health insurance

A current union-negotiated contract with Illinois state government gives out-of-the-norm health benefits to government workers at very low cost. State workers’ share is far less than what private-sector taxpayers must spend for health coverage.

By FJ Hilgart

Chicago Teachers Union can strike after March 7

Chicago Teachers Union can strike after March 7

The Chicago Teachers Union entered a 30-day “cooling off” period following its rejection of a neutral fact-finder’s contract recommendations. The 30 days are up. The union can go on strike after March 7.

By Mailee Smith