Union News
UMC Nurses Plan Third Strike as Contract Talks with LCMC Health Stall
UMC nurses in New Orleans plan a third strike on May 1, demanding better staffing and respect as contract talks with LCMC Health stall, impacting patient care.
White House Drug Order Delays Medicare Negotiations, Benefits Big Pharma
The executive order delays drug price negotiations for Medicare, benefiting Big Pharma while tariffs on Canadian imports may increase costs for families.
Rodney Major Honored for Dedication to San Diego's Chollas Lake Park
Rodney Major, a San Diego grounds worker, fosters teamwork and pride, earning accolades for his dedication and leadership at Chollas Lake Park.
Strikers Organize 8-Mile Walk in Los Angeles for Fair Contract
Strikers organize an 8-mile walk this Saturday from Eagle Rock to Barnsdall Park to demand fair contracts, highlighting ongoing disputes with Kaiser.
Jase Kinsey: Father, Union Leader, and Community Pillar in Miles City
Jase Kinsey, a versatile dad of four from Miles City, Montana, excels in community service and youth activities, balancing work and family with pride.
Librarian's Death Spurs Springfield Library Staff to Advocate for Safety
In memory of Gayle Ball, Springfield librarians successfully campaigned for a crosswalk on State Street, enhancing safety for pedestrians and drivers alike.
LRS Mechanics Join Teamsters Local 673 to Secure Worker Protections
The Facts - LRS mechanics in West Chicago joined Teamsters Local 673. This is the third LRS unit to unionize with the Teamsters in 2025. Teamsters aim to secure fair contracts for these vital workers. Sanitation Mechanics in West Chicago Join Teamsters Local 673 In a significant move for labor organization, mechanics at Lakeshore Recycling […]
Court Halts Musk’s DOGE from Accessing Sensitive Social Security Data
A federal court has blocked Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing sensitive SSA data, citing privacy violations and irreparable harm.
Nurses to Rally Against LCMC's Delays in Contract Negotiations at UMC
UMC nurses will rally on April 19 to protest stalled contract talks with LCMC, citing patient safety, staffing, and wage concerns. Broader implications include the impact on healthcare quality and union efforts in private hospitals.
AFSCME and ALA sue Trump administration over library service cuts
AFSCME and ALA sue to stop the Trump admin from dismantling IMLS, a key agency supporting libraries and museums, arguing it violates Congressional funding.
