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United Airlines flight attendants to picket at Hopkins Airport, call for improved work conditions
CLEVELAND — Flight attendants with United Airlines are planning to hit the picket lines Thursday morning.
They’re taking action and calling for immediate changes in the workplace after years of rough conditions.
It’s all part of a nationwide day of action ahead of the Labor Day holiday.
Union officials say working through the pandemic and countless system meltdowns have created a recipe for disaster.
They are now 18 months into negotiating a new contract with really no change or movement.
They say when the customers experience issues, they do too.
The Association of Flight Attendants will picket right out front of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport once again.
They did the same thing in September of last year.
They’re fed up with operational disruptions that happened this summer, which left passengers stranded for six days, poor scheduling, not enough staff, and a lack of rest provisions.
Pay is also a central talking point.
Union officials say nothing has changed since last year.
In fact, they share the same frustrations over cancellations and delays as passengers.
United union officials say this is not a strike but rather an informational picket highlighting what’s happening behind the scenes.
“The number one thing that’s frustrating our work for us right now is that when we have operational disruptions, let’s say for weather or for air traffic control delays, United completely melts down and they have no ability to get up and running,” Melinda Beal, Flight Attendant with United Airlines and local council president for Association of Flight Attendants AFA-CWA Local 63 said.
News 5 reached out to United Airlines for comment.
They sent the following statement:
“We’re continuing to work with the Association of Flight Attendants toward an industry-leading agreement. All United flights will operate as planned while our flight attendants exercise their right to distribute information and picket while off-duty.”
The demonstration at Hopkins starts at 10 a.m.
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Cleveland, OH – Snow showers are expected to return to Northeast Ohio Thursday morning, bringing slick conditions to area roadways. Drivers along I-90 and other major routes should prepare for reduced visibility and icy spots as temperatures linger near freezing.
According to the National Weather Service, light snow will fall intermittently through the morning hours before giving way to cloudy skies. Highs will reach just 34°F with light winds from the northwest, making for a cold and damp day. Residents are advised to allow extra travel time during the morning commute and to exercise caution while driving.
By Thursday night, temperatures will drop to 31°F with an increased chance of snow showers after midnight. Accumulations are expected to be minimal, with less than half an inch likely in most areas. However, conditions will worsen heading into Friday.
Snow showers will intensify Friday morning, potentially mixing with rain before transitioning to all snow by the afternoon. Highs will peak near 37°F, but a sharp drop in temperatures late in the day could create dangerous refreezing on untreated roads.
Looking ahead, Cleveland can expect colder weather this weekend, with highs around 30°F on Saturday and just 27°F on Sunday. Snow showers will taper off by Saturday evening, but Sunday’s biting wind chills will make for a frigid close to the week.
Stay up to date on road conditions and prepare for winter travel by checking local weather updates.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland police are searching for an “armed and dangerous” suspect in the deadly shooting of a 32-year-old man Tuesday evening.
According to police, Nicholas Mizikar was found shot to death inside a SUV in the city’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood.
Cleveland police said their investigation led them to William Abney, 28, who is now wanted for aggravated murder.
Cleveland police say Abney is accused of shooting Mizikar twice at point blank range, killing him instantly.
The shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. in the 2600 block of Saratoga Avenue.
According to police, Abney’s last known address is on Fairville Avenue in Cleveland.
He is also known to frequent the area where the murder took place.
Abney is described by police 5-feet-9 and 150 pounds.
Investigators say he is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on Abney’s whereabouts is asked to contact Cleveland police.
You can also contact U.S. Marshals at 1-866-4-WANTED.
A reward may be available.
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