AFSCME Retirees Rally Against Cuts to Medicare and Medicaid Services
AFSCME retirees rallied in cities to oppose service cuts, using iPads to send 140 letters to Congress. They warned of the risks to Medicaid and jobs.
GE Appliances to Create 800 Jobs, Shift Washer Production to Kentucky
GE Appliances invests $490M in Kentucky plant, creating 800 jobs and shifting washer production from China to the U.S.
Nurses to Rally Nationwide Against Medicaid Cuts on July 1
On July 1, nurses nationwide will rally against proposed Medicaid cuts, urging representatives to prioritize constituents over billionaire donors.
Nevada State Workers Secure Contract, Seek Further Wage Increases
AFSCME Local 4041 secured state worker contracts, but the 1% raises fall short of the 3% they sought, making the victory bittersweet amid rising costs.
Teamsters Demand Costco Pay Drivers' Owed Wages Amid Wage Theft Claims
The Facts - Teamsters Local 174 filed complaints due to Costco's wage non-payment. Costco fleet drivers ratified a contract for retroactive wage increases. Teamsters demand Costco comply or face further action. The Fight for Fair Pay: Teamsters vs. Costco Contact Details: Lena Melentijevic, Phone: (347) 208-2279, Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org In Sumner, Washington, Teamsters Local 174 is […]
Weekly North America Manufacturing News: Key Industry Updates
Welcome to our weekly roundup of North America manufacturing news. Nippon Steel acquires US Steel, securing 100k jobs.
Supreme Court Ruling on Trump v. CASA Raises Concerns Over Citizenship Rights
AFT President Randi Weingarten criticizes the SCOTUS decision in Trump v. CASA, impacting birthright citizenship rights.
Northampton Community College receives funding for machining training
The Shapiro Administration's $194,025 investment aims to equip 30 students at NCC with essential manufacturing skills, boosting workforce readiness in PA.
AFSCME President criticizes Supreme Court ruling on injunction limits
"SCOTUS ruling limits federal courts' power on nationwide injunctions, threatens democracy—AFSCME President."
Medicaid Cuts: Impact on All Americans, Say Michigan Nurses to Congress
Michigan nurses urge Congress to halt Medicaid cuts, warning they will overcrowd ERs, increase wait times, and potentially lead to hospital closures.
