Some hotel workers in Center City go on strike amid World Cup, America 250 celebrations

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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Hotel workers in Center City have gone on strike.

Union members at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown walked off the job Sunday morning.

The union is demanding wages and benefits in line with five other unionized Center City hotels.

The strike comes in the middle of the World Cup in South Philadelphia, and the start of the city's 250th celebrations.

Visitors are encouraged to check PhillyTravelAlert.org for up-to-date information.
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