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Hundreds of workers today are striking at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
The strike by janitors, baggage handlers, cabin cleaners and wheelchair attendants is over wages.
They are seeking $15 an hour. Some currently make $10.50 an hour, which is the minimum wage in Chicago.
The strike is part of a broader effort called Day of Disruption planned by activist group Fight for $15. Uber drivers, fast food workers and home care aides also plan to strike today in an effort to get their pay boosted to $15 an hour.
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