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Port Workers Officially on Strike
SUMMARY: The nation’s largest dock workers’ union, the Longshoremen’s Association, has officially gone on strike, impacting about 50,000 of its 85,000 members, including workers in New Orleans. This labor strike began at midnight and has initiated a significant work stoppage affecting imports and exports of various goods, ranging from bananas to clothing. While this disruption could lead to increased costs for consumers, immediate price hikes are not expected unless the strike persists for an extended period. For further details, visit the link in the description and stream related stories on WW Plus.
It’s official: union dockworkers at the Port of New Orleans and nationwide are striking for fair wages and protection from automation. Prices could rise if the strike lasts.
Read more about the strike here: https://bit.ly/4eoAbDX
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Fox 14 Your Morning News: Glicked Movie Weekend
SUMMARY:
This weekend, both Wicked and Gladiator 2 hit theaters, drawing comparisons to last year’s Barbenheimer phenomenon. Wicked, directed by John M. Chu and starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, adapts the beloved musical about the friendship between Elphaba and Glinda, projected to earn $100 million in its debut. Meanwhile, Gladiator 2, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, returns 24 years after the original film, following Lucius as he tries to restore Rome. Both films, over two and a half hours long, are anticipated contenders for awards season.
Fox 14 Your Morning News: Glicked Movie Weekend.
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Law enforcement agencies slam Bexar County sheriff’s policy that rejects certain inmates from jail
SUMMARY: Bear County law enforcement agencies express concern over a new booking policy by Sheriff Javier Salazar, which delays jail intake for suspects requiring medical screening. The directive, aimed at addressing jail deaths, mandates that suspects detoxing from substances or with serious medical conditions must be evaluated at a hospital before booking. This has led to significant delays and complications for officers, with reports of suspects being released instead of booked. Smaller agencies worry that the policy jeopardizes public safety. Despite the concerns raised, Sheriff Salazar maintains that the policy is necessary to improve health outcomes for detainees.
Several area law enforcement agencies said a new directive from Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar puts public safety at risk.
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Thursday 5PM First Weather: Few degrees colder next two mornings
SUMMARY: Chilly air has settled in, and temperatures are expected to drop further tonight and into the weekend. Chief meteorologist Chris Franklin reports that temperatures will be a few degrees colder, with widespread 30s on the North Shore and 50s in the metro area. Clear skies have resulted in high temperatures staying below average, with daytime highs in the 60s. The colder air might allow North Shore areas to reach the 30s and create patchy frost by Saturday morning. Chris will provide updates on how long this cold spell will last as Thanksgiving approaches.
WWL Louisiana Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin with a first look at New Orleans-area forecast for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.
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