💨 Abstract

Nearly 10,000 Philadelphia city workers, including trash collectors and 911 operators, went on strike over a wage increase dispute. Mayor Cherelle Parker, a pro-labor Democrat, promised essential services would continue and Fourth of July celebrations remain unaffected. The union, District Council 33, sought higher raises and full health care coverage, while the city offered a 13% increase over Parker's term, arguing it was fiscally responsible.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff