Union News
Sysco Workers in Bay Area Authorize Strike for Fair Contract Demand
The Facts - Over 400 Teamsters at Sysco SF authorize strike for fair contract. Sysco's competitors in the Bay Area have strong Teamsters contracts. Sysco reported $1.95B profits in 2024, facing potential labor dispute. Sysco Workers Push for Fair Contract Amid Rising Costs (SAN FRANCISCO) – In the face of escalating living expenses, more than […]
Minnesota State Workers Secure Major Wins in New Contract Agreement
18,000 Minnesota state workers, united under AFSCME Council 5, secured wage hikes and blocked detrimental healthcare changes, showcasing labor's strength.
Expiring Tax Credits Threaten Health Coverage for Millions in 2025
Congress must act to extend ACA premium tax credits expiring on Dec. 31, 2025, to prevent coverage loss and job cuts affecting 4.2 million families and healthcare workers.
AFSCME and AFGE seek court's help to halt Trump administration firings
AFSCME and AFGE seek a court order to block Trump's planned mass firings of federal employees during a government shutdown.
NABTU President Condemns Job Cancellations Amid Federal Shutdown Chaos
NABTU President Sean McGarvey criticizes shutdown impacts, citing chaos, job losses, and threats to construction jobs.
AFSCME Rallies Against Privatization of Iowa Prison Health Care
AFSCME Council 61 protests privatizing Iowa's prison health care, citing risks of worse care, unsafe conditions, and loss of worker benefits.
Union Pacific Engineers Secure Raises, Improved Benefits in New Deal
The Facts - 6,000 BLET engineers ratify a new five-year contract with Union Pacific. The contract provides an 18.8% raise and improved health benefits. Nearly 30,000 Teamsters railroaders have ratified new contracts in 2025. Union Pacific Engineers Ratify New Contract with Substantial Pay Increases In a significant development for Union Pacific's workforce, around 6,000 locomotive […]
Oregon Kaiser healthcare workers plan strike over contract disputes
The Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals plans a strike at Kaiser facilities starting Oct. 14 if no deal.
Unions Urge U.S. to Recognize Palestine and End Israeli Violence
Unions urge U.S. to recognize Palestine's sovereignty, citing Israeli violence and humanitarian crises, calling for immediate ceasefire and end to aid.
Michael Tillman's Journey from Bus Enthusiast to L.A. Metro Supervisor
Michael Tillman, inspired by childhood bus rides, became an L.A. Metro transit supervisor and won the Never Quit Service Award for his dedicated community service.
