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Hillary Clinton changes stance on $15 wage

 By Peter Romeo on Apr. 18, 2016

The leader in the race for the Democratic nomination—and the presidency, according to some polls—is no longer saying a $12 federal pay floor would economically be more prudent.

Next battleground for $15 wage: New Jersey

 By Peter Romeo on May 13, 2016

The first big push could come as soon as next week.

Pacific Northwest operator levies surcharge to offset wage hikes

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 16, 2016

A 1% fee is listed on guest tabs.

4 states vote to raise minimum wage

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 09, 2016

The nation moved closer to a patchwork of higher wages—even as Donald Trump’s stunning victory lessens the chances of a federal hike.

Consumer Trends

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Customer dares

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 23, 2017

The dining-out public was given a heads-up that it might have to think a little more broadly if it intends to understand what's happening in restaurants.

DOL asks franchisors to help enforce labor regs

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 01, 2017

The department said it'd like a collaborative deal signed last week with Sonic to be a model for restaurant franchisors.

Ore. may get two-tiered minimum wage

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 15, 2016

A new proposal that would set different wage rates for Portland and the rest of the state is facing resistance from local restaurants.

Operations

This week’s restaurant nightmares: D'oh! moments

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 25, 2018

Things can go wrong for restaurants in truly unique ways. Here's a slab of proof, gathered from just the last few days.

Ore. sets highest state wage in the nation

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 03, 2016

Restaurants and other employers will face the challenge of meeting different minimums in different areas.

NY wage deal would undershoot $15–maybe

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 31, 2016

The plan that has reportedly won the support of some parties would call for a pause to study the effects of the stepped increases.

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