California’s Fast Food Council is considering a 70-cent increase to the current $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers, potentially raising it to $20.70 per hour. This adjustment, aimed at aligning wages with the cost of living, could be implemented following discussions scheduled for April or May. The Council, comprising workers, employers, and state officials, has the authority to enact annual wage increases for employees of fast-food chains with more than 60 locations nationwide. While business owners express concerns about potential impacts on consumer prices and employment, workers advocate for the raise, citing escalating living expenses. (Reuters)