Union News
Illinois Expands Training Hubs to Combat Prison Staffing Shortages
Illinois prisons face a 30% staffing shortage, causing unsafe conditions. New training hubs aim to boost corrections officer numbers and community safety.
Lawsuit Challenges DOGE's Unauthorized Access to SSA Data of Millions
Unions file suit to block DOGE's illegal access to sensitive SSA data, challenging Elon Musk's unauthorized data seizure.
Unions Sue to Halt Mass Firings of Federal Probationary Employees
AFSCME, UNAC, and AFGE file suit against OPM's directive to fire 200,000 probationary federal workers, citing unlawful actions and potential safety risks.
Alsco Teamsters Ratify Contracts for Better Pay, Benefits, Protections
300 laundry workers in seven states secure pension increases and improved protections with new Alsco contracts.
AFSCME President denounces Senate's budget cuts to essential services
AFSCME President Lee Saunders criticizes a Senate budget plan for risking essential services and favors the wealthy.
NUHW Members Protest Understaffing at Providence Hospitals in California
On Feb 12, 2,000 NUHW members protested at Northern California Providence hospitals against understaffing and service cuts, impacting community healthcare.
Unions Sue to Halt Mass Firing of Probationary Federal Employees
Unions sue to stop unlawful mass terminations of federal probationary employees by OPM, calling it historic fraud.
Teamsters Condemn Stop & Shop for Threats to Union Jobs and Health Care
Teamsters condemn Stop & Shop for threatening jobs and healthcare cuts. Action promised if demands aren’t withdrawn.
AFSCME Members Rally, Sue Alaska Over State Worker Staffing Crisis
Alaska's AFSCME members rally and sue to address a 16% vacancy rate, pushing for transparency in state worker salary studies and fair compensation.
Slot Attendants at Hard Rock Casino Rockford Join Teamsters Local 325
Slot attendants at Hard Rock Casino Rockford voted 98% to join Teamsters Local 325, resisting anti-union efforts.
