Union News
Taos Police Unionize for Better Pay and Effective Community Policing
Police in Taos, NM, form a new union with AFSCME Council 18 to negotiate better pay and retention, enhancing community trust and officer effectiveness.
Penn Postdoctoral Scholars Vote Overwhelmingly to Form Union RAPUP-UAW
Postdocs at Penn voted 95% for unionizing with RAPUP-UAW, seeking fair pay and security. This aligns with growing academic union trends nationwide.
Judge Grants Injunction, Blocks Order to Strip Federal Workers' Rights
A judge halted Trump's order to end union rights for 950,000 federal employees, citing potential First and Fifth Amendment violations.
Pollard Banknote Workers Join Teamsters Local 337 for Stronger Voice
The Facts - Nearly 200 Pollard Banknote workers join Teamsters Local 337. Workers seek fair compensation and better work conditions. Teamsters aim to expand union protections in related industries. Pollard Banknote Workers Embrace Teamsters Union to Secure Better Working Conditions Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215) 510-3735 Email: mdrumm@teamster.org (WASHINGTON) – A significant shift has […]
AFSCME urges swift House vote on Protect America’s Workforce Act
AFSCME President Lee Saunders urges an immediate House vote on the Protect America’s Workforce Act to safeguard federal workers' rights.
Rally Honors John Lewis' Legacy Amid Rising Rights Challenges
On July 17, CNA hosts a rally in Oakland to honor John Lewis, amid fears for 3.4M Californians losing health coverage due to the Big Bad Bill.
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.
