Starbucks exec. says baristas at majority of striking locations want to return to work

Group 1 - A significant number of baristas who were on strike are set to return to work, with Starbucks Workers United issuing an unconditional return to work notice [1] - Employees at 166 out of 215 affected Starbucks locations have expressed their desire to return, although some locations will continue to be under a strike notice [1] Group 2 - The union has stated that baristas are still actively striking, indicating ongoing labor disputes [2] - Additionally, 19 more Starbucks locations have filed for a union election, suggesting a potential increase in unionization efforts within the company [2]