Latest / Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Streetcar Workers Push for Union | Kansas City News
Streetcar ridership soars to nearly 700,000—up from just over 160,000 a year ago—thanks to the World Cup, new lines, and big events. But with the surge comes pressure on operators and technicians, fueling their push to unionize. Workers demand consistent schedules, guaranteed breaks, and better pay, especially as they’re employed by a private company, not the city. Teamsters Local 955 is leading the charge to secure these rights, and a vote is set for next month—with optimism high that ridership growth will soon mean fairer treatment for the people keeping it running. Listen in comfort:Get a…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.