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Republic Windows and Doors
Workers: Republic Windows sale is labor victory
A California-based company confirms it is seeking to buy Republic, and plans to rehire the approximately 300 workers who were laid off when the Goose Island plant closed. Workers involved in a sit-in at the plant say it was worth it.
over 2 years ago | Claire Bushey
Union: California company may buy Republic Windows
In December, the Goose Island manufacturer provided workers with just three days' notice that the factory would close. A sit-in at the plant attracted national attention.
over 2 years ago | Claire Bushey
Union in Republic Windows protest files labor charges against company
The union representing workers who staged a six-day sit-in last month filed unfair labor practice charges. The union is trying to force the return of machinery taken from the plant.
almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell
Victory for Republic's workers
A settlement has been reached between the union and the bank to pay the workers their severance package and vacation days.
almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell
Republic workers continue sit-in after nine hours of talks
No deal OK'd by Bank of America, Republic Windows and Doors and representatives of the company's workers despite hours of negotiations.
almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell
Bank of America to aid Republic workers
The move could end a five-day sit in at Republic's Goose Island plant.
almost 3 years ago | David McClendon
No deal yet for Republic Windows workers
Union officials announced their meeting with Bank of America was productive, but more time is needed to find a solution. Workers say they plan to continue their sit-in at the plant.
almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell
Republic Windows owner linked to Iowa plant purchase
A company managed by the wife of the Republic Windows and Doors owner recently purchased an Iowa plant. Meanwhile, laid-off Republic workers are fighting to receive pay they say they're entitled to.
almost 3 years ago | Peter Sachs
Aldermen threaten to pull city money from Bank of America
Chicago aldermen are threatening to pull city money from Bank of America accounts in the wake of the battle between a local company and ousted workers over financing and back pay.
almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell
Republic Windows workers pin hopes on second bank meeting
Republic's workers are getting more support from local officials and national ones, including President-Elect Obama. They're gearing up for another meeting with the bank and their former employer today.
almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell
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