Stay updated with breaking news from Evan Sunshine. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
ITHACA, N.Y.—“100% union. 100% closed. 100% immoral.” That’s how members of Starbucks Workers United (SBWU) sum up the company’s plan to shutter all its stores in Ithaca, N.Y., on May 26.
Starbucks has announced that it will close its two remaining Ithaca locations on E. Seneca Street and S. Meadow Street by May 26.
The multi-billion company has refused to negotiate with a single unionized store; now, its CEO is being held accountable by Congress.
Amid a lack of COVID-19 protections, black mold, and bed bugs, Starbucks Workers United has been one of the only outlets for baristas’ safety complaints.
After six months of temporary closure, the Collegetown Starbucks location may reopen after Starbucks' allegedly used illegal union-busting tactics to close it down.