Union News
State Officials Urge Kaiser to End Behavioral Healthcare Strike
State Senate President Pro Tem Mike McGuire and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas urge Kaiser to settle the ongoing mental health strike, citing legislative support.
Gwynne Wilcox Becomes NLRB Chair, Succeeding Lauren McFerran
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler thanks Lauren McFerran for her NLRB leadership and welcomes Gwynne Wilcox as new chair.
Kaiser Mental Health Strike Reaches Ninth Week, Impacts Patients
Kaiser's 9-week mental health strike highlights contract disputes affecting patient care, with therapists and patients voicing concerns over cancellations.
Providence Torrance Workers Join NUHW, Securing Union Representation
Inspired by San Pedro colleagues, 533 workers at Providence Torrance unionized, marking NUHW's growth and challenging Providence's cost-cutting measures.
NUHW's Top 10 Highlights of 2024: Strikes, Contracts, and Growth
Kaiser mental health workers strike for two months as 2024 ends, highlighting ongoing labor tensions and significant contract negotiations in California.
California Legislators Urge Kaiser to End Mental Health Workers' Strike
California legislators urge Kaiser CEO to negotiate with striking mental health workers, citing alarming therapy cancellations and inadequate mental health services.
Kaiser Mental Health Workers' Strike Becomes Longest in California History
Nearly 2,400 Kaiser mental health professionals continue striking into the holiday season, protesting patient care delays and rallying for better terms.
USC Hospital Workers Picket for Better Staffing and Fair Wages
Nearly 400 USC Verdugo Hills workers picketed for fair wages and staffing. Their action, supported by community leaders, highlights healthcare challenges.
NUHW Members Secure First Union Contracts at Rogers and Seton Centers
In 2024, NUHW members at Rogers Behavioral Health and Seton Medical Center secured first contracts with significant wage increases and job protections.
Iowa Judge Rules Against Supervisor for Violating Union Members' Rights
Iowa judge rules against Woodbury County Supervisor Ung for violating union rights, marking a significant win for AFSCME Council 61 and public employees.
