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NC, US honor fallen workers on Workers’ Memorial Day
Tuesday marks Workers’ Memorial Day across the US, a day when those who lost their lives on the job are remembered, including those in NC.
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Firefighters injured after building explosion in Wilmington
Firefighters injured in Wilmington gas explosion after car hit building’s gas line. Suspected impaired hit-and-run driver in custody.
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Labor dept recovers over $2.5M in unpaid wages for workers
NC Labor Commissioner Luke Farley has announced that his department has recovered more than $2.5 million in unpaid wages for workers across the state over the last fiscal year.
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Farley’s office creates new recognition program for employers that go the extra mile for employees
In an effort to recognize employers who go above and beyond for their employees, the North Carolina Department of Labor has created a Workforce Impact Network.
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Troxler warns of Forest Service staffing shortages as wildfires burn
North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler talked about the wildfires crews have been battling across the state at Tuesday’s Council of State meeting. They come at a time when there are at least 100 open positions at North Carolina Forest Service.
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The new elevator guy? Farley unveils new elevator inspection certificate and his policy priorities
North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley unveiled the new elevator inspection certificate with his picture and signature Wednesday morning at the Department of Labor. In an exclusive interview with Carolina Journal, he explained that the certificate holds significance as one of his campaign promises to North Carolinians.
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Farley announces key staff, Cooper appoints interim Labor Commissioner
On Tuesday, Labor Commissioner-Elect Luke Farley announced his key staff, following Gov. Roy Cooper's appointment of interim commissioner Kevin O'Barr last week.
Opinion
Biden wants federal heat-stress regulations. Let’s make sure cooler heads prevail
The hottest issue in workplace safety is whether the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under Joe Biden will impose a new “heat stress” regulation on American businesses. But a new federal regulatory scheme isn’t necessary and will hurt our economy more than it helps workers. A heat-stress regulation would establish new rules for working...
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Federal Appeals Court allows suit against top NC Labor Department officials to proceed
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that a company linked to a fatal 2020 paper mill fire in Canton can proceed with its lawsuit against two top N.C. Labor Department officials. The company contends that the officials violated federal law when assessing penalties of more than $100,000.
Opinion
COVID shapes debate on worker safety
Candidates for North Carolina’s labor commissioner were civil and substantive during a recent debate, reflecting both campaigns’ recognition that voters are exhausted by smashmouth politics.
Opinion
A Farce Playing in Garner
North Carolina’s state and local politicians have officially exhausted my ability to understand what the heck they think they’re doing.
Opinion
Fallacies Prompt Bad Public Policies
People often assert that because good things happen after government passed a law or regulation, the consequent is due to government’s action.
