Continuing the unchecked pattern of assaults on transit workers, an unnamed female MTA train conductor was attacked early Saturday morning, July 1. The attacker, who was dressed in clothing resembling
The new head of the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) has hit the ground running – and aiming straight for those he has identified as cop haters. Police Officer Patrick Hendry,
Actors’ Equity Association has raised its voice against the Supreme Court ruling that has ended affirmative action at colleges and universities. The Court ruled that the programs violated the Equal
A coalition of uniformed workers that includes police, firefighters, sanitation workers and correction officers have struck a deal with Mayor Adams. The Uniformed Officers Coalition represents 11 unions. There are
Essential workers who staff two sustainable food access nonprofits will finally have union representation. GrowNYC and FRESHFARM, in New York City and Washington, D.C. respectively, have, after fighting management, achieved
On June 27, a new federal law, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, will take effect. Because of its provisions, it could majorly impact women’s ability to participate in the workforce.
The Teamsters are in the midst of holding a vote to authorize a strike against UPS. Over 330,000 members can weigh in. The current contract expires August 1, and if
Thousands of workers and over 150 Starbucks stores are poised to strike the week of June 27. Starbucks Workers United union had said earlier in the month that the coffee
By an overwhelming majority of 97%, UPS Teamsters have voted to strike if their demands are not met by a July 31 deadline. Tough-talking Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien said,
Council members joined striking TV and film writers on Thursday in a rally aimed at keeping their profession “a middle class career.” The rally came as members of the Council,
