CVS Workers End Southern California Strike

Workers at seven CVS pharmacies in Southern California initiated a strike over the weekend, demanding better pay, healthcare, and protesting alleged bad-faith bargaining by the company. The United Food and Commercial Workers union, representing nearly 7,000 CVS workers, authorized the strike, with over 90% approval from its members. The affected locations remained operational, staffed by non-union employees, while strikers urged customers to respect the picket lines. CVS officials reported that they have made progress in negotiations and reached tentative agreements to increase pay and health insurance contributions. However, workers argue that current pay and healthcare offerings are insufficient, with pharmacy technicians earning approximately $24.90 an hour after five years of service. Negotiations are set to resume on Wednesday, following the strike's conclusion.