Higher oil prices are about to hit more than just the gas pump
March 25, 2026
U.S. shoppers are being warned to prepare for rising costs, as a spike in global oil prices begins to ripple through everyday spending. Since the
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Ford faces $800M in Q2 losses from Trump-era tariffs meant to aid U.S. automakers, highlighting unintended harm to domestic manufacturing.
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Reevaluating the Net-Zero Framework's Approach to Maritime Emissions
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The Net-Zero Framework (NZF), under review by the IMO, seeks to cut ship emissions to net-zero by 2050 but needs rethinking.
Bernie Sanders Joins Teamsters to Condemn DFA's St. Albans Closure
August 20, 2026
Teamsters Local 597 and Sen. Sanders rally against DFA's potential union-busting at St. Albans Creamery, Vermont.
Contra Costa Nurses Ratify New Contract for Safety and Retention
August 20, 2026
Contra Costa County nurses ratify a contract with 95% approval, ensuring better conditions and stability amid Medi-Cal cuts, impacting over 1,300 nurses.
Teamsters Endorse NJ Candidates Supporting Faster Labor Contracts Act
August 19, 2026
Sen. Cory Booker and House members push to strengthen collective bargaining rights, gaining Teamsters' endorsement.
West Virginia invests $145M to boost water and wastewater infrastructure
August 19, 2026
Governor Morrisey announces $145M for WV water infrastructure, surpassing $1B in projects, with a new strategy launch.
AFT Launches Campaign for Community-Friendly School Supply Shopping
August 19, 2026
New website helps teachers and families find community-friendly shopping options after Target's ICE silence.
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