Labor Day
Arizona Senator Decries Labor Day as 'Communist Holiday'
Republican lawmaker Wendy Rogers made the claim in a tweet on Monday.
Pelosi Promotes $15 Minimum Wage on Labor Day; Here's Where it Stands
On Labor Day—a holiday meant to celebrate American workers—Nancy Pelosi is again pushing for a long-sought hike in the federal minimum wage.
Labor Day Parade 2021, Times, Routes and Schedules For Today's Events
Some Labor Day parades have been canceled as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
History of Labor Day: Origin and the Strike that Led to Holiday's Creation
Primarily used as a demarcation for the end of the summer season, Labor Day is rooted in the fight for fair wages and better working conditions.
Doctors' Office Hours on Labor Day
Are Doctors' offices open on Labor Day? The federal holiday falls on September 6 in 2021. The annual holiday causes many shops to close but what about medical services?
America is Hungry for Unions
America's workers are recognizing something fundamental: there is promise and power in coming together.
All the Restaurant Chains Open This Labor Day
This holiday you might want to treat yourself and avoid cooking, but which restaurants are open for dining in and takeout this Labor Day?
Let's Liberate Our Hair at Work This Labor Day
We must pass the PRO Act and CROWN Act to end race-based hair discrimination, change power dynamics at work and give working people a real say in our future.
This Labor Day, Let's Honor Immigrants With a Pathway to Citizenship
Immigrants must be included in every effort to bolster worker protections, access to health care and our economic recovery.
The Top Five Films To See This Labor Day
Labor Day will see many workers having a well-deserved break from the usual nine to five, to celebrate the federal holiday.
Labor Day Opening Times for Walmart, Target and More
Are Stores Open on Labor Day? Opening details for Walmart, Target, Costco, Home Depot and more on Monday as U.S. celebrates federal holiday.
Google Doodle Commemorates Labor Day 2021
Labor Day has been marked with a special image from the team at Google this September 6.
U.S. Post Office Labor Day Opening Hours and Delivery Schedule
Many federal workers will have the day off today for Labor Day, but what does that mean for the Post Office and your packages?
Four People Gunned Down in Labor Day Festival Shooting in Missouri
Police told parents to pick up their children immediately following reports of a shooting at the festival.
The History of This Labor Day Fashion Rule Explained
Many will be familiar with the old fashion and etiquette rule that states one must not don white after Labor Day, but where did it come from?
Ahead of Labor Day, 71 Percent of Americans Support Minimum Wage Hike
The current federal minimum wage of $7.25 was set in 2009 and has not been raised since.
CDC Says Unvaccinated Should Not Travel With Delta Variant's Spread
Holidays have shown to increase the number of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the weeks that follow because of gatherings.
Amazon Shouldn't Flex Over How It Treats Its Workers
I am far from being the only Amazon delivery driver whose life was upended by the company's questionable use of these algorithms.
Unemployment Benefits Could be Extended to Some States Beyond Labor Day
The emergency legislative package was passed by President Joe Biden in March of this year.
Joe Biden Urged To Extend Unemployment Benefits Beyond Labor Day
President Biden may extend the American Rescue Plan, scheduled to end on Labor Day, September 6.
No Sign of Second Wave Before Election, but COVID-19 Cases Could Get Worse
Experts told Newsweek cases will likely soon climb, and that the country is in for a rocky few months
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Florida Students Broke Into Apartment Complex for Labor Day Pool Party
Social media posts showed a large crowd of people around the pool at the Catalyst apartment complex, not far from the Florida State University campus.
Dr. Fauci Says These Eight States Are at Risk of Coronavirus Spikes
North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Montana, Arkansas, Missouri, Indiana and Illinois are at risk of a spike in coronavirus cases.
NYC, Chicago See Shootings Rise Over Labor Day Weekend Amid Crime Surge
In its preliminary report, the NYPD listed 22 shooting incidents, 28 victims and five homicides. Chicago police reported 51 people shot and 10 fatalities.
Hundreds Attend College Block Party in Mississippi, Defy Executive Orders
The majority of those in attendance broke social distancing guidelines as they mingled. Many did not wear masks, or wore them improperly, video footage shows.
Florida Theme Parks Hit Capacity as Labor Day Crowds Flock to Resorts
All parks at Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World hit their limited capacity on September 5.
Mike Pence Says the 'American Comeback Has Begun' in Labor Day Speech
Mike Pence praised President Donald Trump as the "best friend American workers have ever had."
Labor Day 2020: Here's Where Major Unions Stand on Trump vs. Biden Election
As Americans celebrate Labor Day, many of the nation's largest unions have already endorsed candidates for November's presidential election.
15 Quotes to Celebrate Labor Day and the Hardworking Americans It Honors
As people celebrate the end of summer, it's important to remember that Labor Day salutes everyday people across the country.
Labor Day Parable: One Man's Mission to Find Work and Purpose for Millions
A story worth telling on this Labor Day.