Union News
Retiree Urges Congress to Protect Medicare and Medicaid from Cuts
Jeff Birttnen urges Congress to protect Medicaid and Medicare as the budget bill threatens cuts, impacting seniors, healthcare, and public service workers.
Metro Transit Ambassadors Win Major Gains in Teamsters Contract
400 Metro Transit Ambassadors in Los Angeles ratified their first Teamsters contract, securing major gains.
Delta Air Lines Settles $8.1M Lawsuit for Misuse of COVID Relief Funds
Delta Air Lines settles for $8.1M over alleged misuse of pandemic relief funds, highlighting union and oversight roles.
AFSCME Organizes Angola Prison Staff, Gains 263 New Union Members
In April, AFSCME organized Angola staff, gaining 263 members to address disciplinary issues and low staffing, aiming for better conditions for all.
Legal Services Workers Strike for Better Funding and Support in NYC
Legal services workers in New York rallied for better funding and staffing to support low-income clients. Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and officials backed them.
Teamsters Strike Expands, Affecting Millions in LA and Ohio
Striking Teamsters extend their picket lines to Los Angeles and Ohio, impacting millions as waste services halt.
Ascension Saint Agnes RNs Plan July 24 Strike for Patient Safety
Ascension Saint Agnes nurses strike July 24 over unsafe staffing, marking their first strike in Baltimore, urging management for better patient care standards.
AFSCME Local 3535 Overcomes Union-Busting Law with Strong Contract
AFSCME's Local 3535 in Dania Beach secures a strong contract to counter Florida's anti-union SB256, ensuring fair wages and reinforcing union strength.
Houston Bus Workers Join Teamsters Local 988 with Unanimous Vote
Bus workers at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport unanimously join Teamsters Local 988 for better terms.
Supreme Court Allows Trump to Proceed with Education Department Cuts
Supreme Court allows Trump admin. to proceed with dismantling Dept. of Education amidst ongoing legal challenges.
