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Republic, Teamsters fail to reach labor agreement as officials push for resolution
This story was originally published on Waste Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Waste Dive newsletter. UPDATE: July 16, 2025: Republic Services and Teamsters Local 25 did not come to an agreement after a 12-hour negotiation session on Tuesday held with a federal mediator. The hauler said it offered to resume negotiations on Friday, but the Teamsters refused. Health care policies and wages remain a sticking point in negotiations, both sides said. The Teamsters have extended picket lines to Los Angeles and Youngstown, Ohio, where Republic operates a landfill. Dive Brief: July 15: International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 25 and Republic Services are scheduled to meet with a federal mediator Tuesday to negotiate a contract for about 450 Boston-area workers. This is the second negotiation session since the local went on strike on July 1. The labor dispute is drawing increased attention from local officials. The Massachusetts secretary of state urged a speedy resolution in a letter to CEO Jon Vander Ark on Saturday, and three Massachusetts towns have said the situation is forcing them to consider switching haulers. Since the strike started, four other Teamsters chapters have announced strikes of their own, and roughly 2,000 Republic employees represented by Teamsters have stopped work. Dive Insight: The union has earned some support from local officials. On July 9, the Boston City Council unanimously passed a resolution in support of the striking Teamsters. Three Boston city councilors also sent Vander Ark a letter on Saturday expressing concern over service disruptions that have begun to affect the city. They urged Republic to agree to "a contract that reflects the dedication of these workers and meets the expectations of the communities you serve." Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin raised concern over the disruption occurring in 14 municipalities affected by the strike. In his letter, he also blamed stalled negotiations last week on the company's failure to negotiate. "Refuse collection is an important public service that should not be conditioned on a private company's strategy," Galvin wrote. "Circumstances such as these raise serious questions whether these important public services should be left to private companies without state oversight." The nationwide labor action is the Teamsters' largest escalation yet in negotiations with Republic Services; the two sides have frequently been at odds in recent years. Teamsters chapters in Washington, California, Georgia and Illinois are also on strike, though Local 25 represents the most Republic workers among the five chapters. Other Teamsters workers have also chosen to stop work and honor the picket line. Republic has brought in replacement workers in some areas to maintain service, albeit at a reduced level. Three Boston-area municipalities have sent Republic non-performance notices, and the town of North Reading's attorney noted in a letter that Republic's lack of collection violates its contract. The municipalities could decide to terminate their contracts with the hauler, The Boston Globe reported Monday. The Teamsters want workers to join the union's health and pension plans. They have also said they want Republic Services to agree to pay its Boston-area workers wages that are comparable to what haulers Capitol Waste Services and Boston Carting pay unionized workers. But in a news release on Saturday, Local 25 leaders said Republic's most recent proposal "fell several dollars short" of that rate. Republic has asserted throughout negotiations that its Teamsters-represented workers are among the best paid in the Boston market. The company's latest public contract offer, outlined in a news release following negotiations on July 11, included a 16% wage increase immediately and a 43% pay increase over five years. Republic also claimed that 45% of its drivers in the area earned more than $100,000 in 2024, and that its health and pension plan have a lower cost than the union's offerings. Teamsters Local 25 described Republic Services' health plan as "less comprehensive" than the union's own plan. It said Republic did not agree to switch workers over to the union plan at the last negotiation session. Recommended Reading Teamsters declare 'war' with Republic Services, escalating strikes Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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Would All-Star Game MVP Kyle Schwarber join Reds in free agency? 'I think it'd be awesome'
Former Middletown High School standout Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies was named MLB All-Star Game Most Valuable Player after crushing three home runs in three swings during a swing-off that lifted the National League past the American League. Before the game, Schwarber, a free agent at the end of the 2025 season, talked to Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber about the possibility of returning to his hometown to play for the Cincinnati Reds. "Being a baseball fan and growing up and watching Cincinnati baseball for your whole youth, that's how you fall in love with baseball," Schwarber said. "That's how you fall in love with baseball. I think it would draw your attention, right? Being able to play for your childhood team is something that I think it'd be awesome." Schwarber, a 32-year-old from Middletown, Ohio, could get $100 million deal in free agency Schwarber, who in May hit his 300th career home run, signed a four-year, $79 million deal with the Phillies before the 2022 season. Schwarber has hit 314 regular-season home runs: 121 in six seasons with the Chicago Cubs; 25 in part of one season with the Washington Nationals; seven in part of one season with the Boston Red Sox; and 161 with the Phillies since 2022, including 30 this season. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Kyle Schwarber, pending free agent: Signing with Reds would be awesome
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I-Team: Browns' offer to city before moving to dome
CLEVELAND (WJW) — The FOX 8 I-Team has found what hasn't been revealed before about the Cleveland Browns moving to a dome. It comes on the day the city took a big step toward building something new on the lakefront. Mom calls police after toddler throws sand at Bay Village park The I-Team has learned the Browns have offered to do more than simply move out of their current stadium on the lakefront, leaving the city with an empty building. The Browns plan to move to a dome in Brook Park in 2029. But the Browns told us on Tuesday they've had 'direct discussions' with the mayor and his office 'on numerous occasions regarding our willingness to assist with the demolition of the current stadium.' Yet, the Browns said they were put off by the city. Last week, the I-Team caught up with Mayor Justin Bibb. At that time, he spoke about developing the lakefront, though he didn't talk about trying to keep the Browns or speak about getting offers from them. The Browns also said two months ago that the mayor had told them he wanted to wait before responding to their offer to help 'transform the lakefront.' Way back in March, we asked about any talks like this. In March, the mayor said, 'No conversations have reached us yet on that point — not yet.' Then in May, the mayor sat in the conference room at FOX 8. He didn't directly address offers or demands concerning the stadium if the Browns leave. Instead, he used phrases like, 'the Browns must do the right thing. The city can't be left empty handed.' On Tuesday, the city issued a formal request, asking for developers to pitch ideas on reworking the lakefront — no matter what happens with the Browns. 'We have up to 50 acres of really fun, incredible real estate available,' said Jessica Trivisonno, senor advisor for major projects. Scott Skinner, executive director of the North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation, said, 'It means we're looking for partners who share in our vision for developing the lakefront with a stadium, without a stadium, with an adapted reuse of the stadium, or a demolished stadium on the site as well.' Mom, 2 kids rescued by jet skiers on Lake Erie The Browns plan to move to a dome after their lakefront lease runs out. But a statement from team spokesman Peter John-Baptiste said, 'We have always been willing to continue to invest in Cleveland and our region but it requires collaboration from all parties to arrive at the optimal solution. We remain ready to have those conversations with the mayor when he's willing and we are hopeful that begins soon.' We've reached out to the mayor's office for comment. In the meantime, the city wants a Cuyahoga County judge to stop the Browns from even planning to leave. The Browns are fighting back in federal court. Transforming the lakefront is expected to take many, many years to complete. City spokesperson Tyler Sinclair issued a statement about the first steps, saying in an email: 'The cost of the North Coast Connector — which includes the land bridge and Shoreway conversion (i.e. from W. 3rd Street to just east of E. 9th Street) — is estimated at $284 million and is already fully funded through federal/state grants and local sources. Of that $284 million, the cost of the land bridge is approximately $145 million, again fully funded, with groundbreaking scheduled for 2027.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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PHOTOS: Semi-truck hauling trash crashes on I-480
CLEVELAND (WJW) — A Wednesday afternoon crash involving a semi-truck hauling trash blocked the leftmost lanes on Interstate 480 in both directions, beyond West 150th Street. Ohio Department of Transportation traffic cameras just after 2 p.m. showed the backup was extending to Tiedeman Road. Wanted man barricades himself inside Brunswick home with female, police say The semi-truck was hauling 'many tons of trash,' Brook Park Police Department said in a Wednesday afternoon Facebook post. 'Use caution in the area while crews work to clear the scene for the next several hours,' officers wrote. Dramatic video shows woman fight off kidnapper Motorists are told to expect a delay of about 10 minutes between mile markers 12 and 14. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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State of Ohio closer than ever to ending E-Check program
CLEVELAND (WJW) – For decades, vehicle owners in seven Northeast Ohio counties have been required to undergo emissions testing every two years through the state's mandatory E-Check program. Now, that could soon be history. Thanks to the E-Check Ease Act, passed earlier this year by the Ohio General Assembly, the state is closer than ever to ending the program. Under the legislation, car owners will be allowed to obtain an alternative emissions certificate. I-Team: Browns' offer to city before moving to dome Exemptions will expand to include vehicles six years old or newer. According to State Rep. Bill Roemer (R-Richfield), the Ohio EPA submitted a full proposal last week to the U.S. EPA for approval. This is the final step before the program can officially end. 'We're the closest we've ever been,' Roemer said. Right now, Ohio spends over $12 million annually to operate the E-Check program. 'I calculated residents spend over 1 million gallons of gasoline each year just driving to and from testing sites,' said Roemer. Roemer said the burden is especially hard on the working poor, who often drive older vehicles and must pay up to $300 for repairs, sometimes taking time off work just to get tested. 'This will eliminate that hardship,' Roemer said. 'It will save money and make people's lives easier.' Fireworks-related injuries for Fourth of July period in Ohio surpass numbers for all of 2024 Currently, only residents of Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage and Summit counties must comply with E-Check. The U.S. EPA has not provided a timeline for its review but issued a statement, saying: 'The EPA is committed to working with Ohio to achieve the state's air quality goals while growing the economy. This means cooperating closely with Ohio to ensure State Implementation Plans are in place in a timely way to continue improving air quality and are consistent with the Clean Air Act without imposing undue costs or red tape.' If the federal agency gives its approval, Ohio's E-Check program could potentially end before the year is out. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
