Olympia council starts review of worker affordability policies
The Olympia City Council approved a phased review of worker affordability and workplace protections, with possible policy decisions targeted for March 2027.
Minimum Wage
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St. Paul’s small-business minimum wage rises to $16.37 an hour
Saint Paul’s July 1, 2026 minimum-wage increase sets new rates for small and micro businesses and gives employers and workers updated rules for coverage, youth workers, records and complaints.
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Judge blocks Lincoln minimum-wage ordinance while state lawsuit proceeds
A July 17 injunction prevents Lincoln from enforcing its new wage ordinance. Nebraska’s $15 statewide minimum wage and separate youth-wage rules remain in effect while the legal challenge continues.
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WHD recovers $500,256 for 6 San Diego deli workers—file wage complaints
WHD says it recovered $500,256 in back wages for six San Diego deli workers. Here’s what FLSA violations were found and how to file a complaint.
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Omaha City Council passes $15 minimum wage, Mayor cites legal questions
Omaha City Council voted 4–3 to keep a $15 minimum wage for all workers, but Mayor John Ewing Jr. says legal questions could affect next steps.
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Chicago & Cook County minimum wage + Fair Workweek updates July 1, 2026—who’s covered
Chicago IL – Minimum wage and Fair Workweek rules begin July 1, 2026. Here’s who’s covered, new pay rates, scheduling changes, and complaint routes.
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Lincoln minimum wage fight heads to court before July 18 start
Nebraska’s attorney general has sued over Lincoln’s new minimum wage ordinance, leaving employers and workers watching July payroll dates.
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Lincoln minimum wage ordinance faces Nebraska AG lawsuit before July 18 start
Lincoln, NE — The city’s minimum wage ordinance is in court before its July 18 start date, leaving workers and employers in limbo over pay planning.
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Mead voters have a June 16 deadline as early voting opens for Oklahoma primary
Mead OK – Early voting runs June 11-13 for the June 16 election, and Bryan County voters can also weigh State Question 832 on every ballot.
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Albuquerque council adopts minimum-wage hike; first phase starts in 2027
Albuquerque council approved a phased minimum-wage hike on June 1, but the first increase won’t hit payrolls until 2027, and state wage rules still apply for now.