Union News
Proposed Labor Rule Change Threatens State Employment Services Staff
A proposed Labor Department rule could end merit protections for state employment service workers, risking politicization and service integrity.
California Senate Passes Groundbreaking AB 288 to Protect Workers' Rights
AB 288 boosts workers' rights in California, countering corporate lawbreaking by granting state enforcement powers.
Unions Condemn ICE Arrests and Demand Worker Rights at Georgia Site
The KMWU and UAW condemn ICE's mass arrest of 475 workers at a Georgia site, highlighting human rights abuses and urging international labor solidarity.
AFSCME Rally Protests Rep. Young Kim's Support for Budget Cuts
AFSCME and supporters rallied in Anaheim to protest Rep. Young Kim's vote on a bill cutting crucial services, risking health and welfare for many Californians.
Educators Face Rising Costs, Spend Own Money on Classroom Supplies
AFT survey reveals educators face rising costs, insufficient support, and students' needs, often spending $300+ on supplies.
AFT urges Congress to reject 2026 bill cutting essential services
The AFT urged the U.S. House Appropriations Committee to oppose the FY26 bill for Labor, Health, and Education.
Nurses rally nationwide demanding support for fully staffed VA system
On Sept. 12, nurses nationwide will rally at congressional offices urging support for a fully staffed VA, amid severe staffing shortages and privatization concerns.
Celebrating 50 Years: AFSCME's Historic Archives at Reuther Library
AFSCME's archives, housed in Detroit's Reuther Library, mark 50 years, preserving the union's rich history and supporting research and labor history.
Northeast Beverage Workers Join Teamsters Local 443 for Better Terms
35 workers at Northeast Beverage Corp. join Teamsters Local 443 for better pay, benefits, and safer conditions.
Iowa Prison Officers Hospitalized After Exposure to Synthetic Marijuana
Three Iowa prison officers hospitalized after K2 exposure highlights urgent need for better safety protocols against drug-related risks at correctional facilities.
