HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A historic hotel workers' strike is entering its third week. Union members say they want the Hilton Americas to pay them what they consider a living wage.

Already, the strike has indefinitely postponed the City of Houston's State of the City Address and pushed back an annual Democratic Party fundraiser.

The strike began on Labor Day. It was supposed to last nine days, but now, they're on day 15, hoping to negotiate a deal with Hilton.

Ayia Alvarez is a housekeeper who says she loves her job. Despite working 40 hours a week, she said she has trouble making ends meet.

They're seeking $23 an hour, up from the minimum of $16.50 per hour.

"We are really here. We're fighting because we're struggling," she told ABC13. "We put a lot of effort into our job, into the c

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