City Hall, NY — On Thursday April 29th following the NYC Council’s Stated Meeting, a rally was held at City Hall with over 1,000 union members calling to restore retirement benefits to New York City’s uniformed sanitation employees. The demonstration was led by Teamsters Local 831 President Dennis Schock, the union that represents sanitation workers in […]
Albany, N.Y. – UFCW Locals 1, 338 RWDSU, 342, 1500, and RWDSU released a poll from GBAO Strategies that shows bipartisan support among New Yorkers for banning electronic shelf labels (ESLs) and surveillance pricing in grocery stores. This technology enables corporations to exploit shoppers’ personal data to set individualized prices that can change in the […]
Washington—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais, gutting the Voting Rights Act: “When courts eliminate remedies for racial discrimination in voting, they aren’t just redrawing maps. They’re dismantling democracy and setting back the promise of fair, multiracial representation. Louisiana v. Callais makes painfully clear that the conservative […]
On April 16th interpreters at LanguageLine Solutions (LLS) joined NYC Council members and several unions to demonstrate their message – its workers’ right to form a union. At a press conference hosted by New York City Councilmember Julie Won, legislators as well as former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and Comptroller Mark Levine, announced the formation of […]
New York, NY – The Employees of Hachette Book Group (HBG), the third-largest Trade Publisher in the U.S., have announced they have Unionized with Washington-Baltimore NewsGuild-Communications Workers of America (CWA). The workers unionized with Local 32035 in order to ensure better benefits, protections and rights for Workers – as well as increased equity, transparency and agency in the workplace. The Hachette […]
Washington, D.C. – The National AFL-CIO has released its 35th annual Death on the Job-The Toll of Neglect report. Workplace hazards kill approximately 140,000 Workers each year in the United States – more than 380 Workers each day. Findings in the 2026 report include: 5,070 Workers died from traumatic injury on the job in 2024, the latest year of data available, and an estimated […]
On April 16th interpreters at LanguageLine Solutions (LLS) joined NYC Council members and several unions to demonstrate their message – its workers’ right to form a union. At a press conference hosted by New York City Council member Julie Won, legislators as well as former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and Comptroller Mark Levine, announced the formation […]
WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais, gutting the Voting Rights Act: “When courts eliminate remedies for racial discrimination in voting, they aren’t just redrawing maps. They’re dismantling democracy and setting back the promise of fair, multiracial representation. Louisiana v. Callais makes painfully clear that the conservative bloc […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National AFL-CIO has released its 35th annual Death on the Job-The Toll of Neglect report. Workplace hazards kill approximately 140,000 Workers each year in the United States – more than 380 Workers each day. Findings in the 2026 report include: 5,070 Workers died from traumatic injury on the job in 2024, the latest year of data available, and an estimated 135,000 […]
New York, NY – Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoed a City Council Bill opposed by several unions requiring a security perimeter be set up when a demonstration takes place at an educational institution. This controversial legislation would have required NYPD to set up security perimeter around educational facilities during demonstrations. Many in the City Council have concerns that perimeters […]
Brooklyn, NY – —In honor of Worker’s Memorial Day 2026, Local 100 held a luncheon and ceremony Tuesday to honor the families of members who died in the line of duty and from COVID-19 at the union hall. The event space, adorned in black and purple bunting, hosted the crowd of over 100, and the […]
“Every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day with their health and well-being intact. “This Workers Memorial Day, the UFCW stands in solidarity with the families, co-workers, and communities who carry the pain of those who have lost their lives or sustained injuries at work. We must honor those who […]
New York, NY – I attended a press conference on April 28, 2028 at NYC Hall regarding the City budget. Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Speaker Julie Menin called on Albany to help close New York City’s multi-billion dollar budget gap for the 2027 Fiscal Year. The Mayor and Speaker stood united at this special […]
Washington, D.C. – “Every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day with their health and well-being intact. “This Workers Memorial Day, the UFCW stands in solidarity with the families, co-workers, and communities who carry the pain of those who have lost their lives or sustained injuries at work. We must […]
Brooklyn, NY – —In honor of Worker’s Memorial Day 2026, Local 100 held a luncheon and ceremony Tuesday to honor the families of members who died in the line of duty and from COVID-19 at the union hall. The event space, adorned in black and purple bunting, hosted the crowd of over 100, and the […]
New York, NY – I attended a press conference on April 28, 2028 at NYC Hall regarding the City budget. Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Speaker Julie Menin called on Albany to help close New York City’s multi-billion dollar budget gap for the 2027 Fiscal Year. The Mayor and Speaker stood united at this special […]
The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) has filed an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) against Apple, alleging the company unlawfully discriminated against unionized workers at its Towson, Md., retail store. The Towson store is the first unionized Apple retail location in the United States, where workers are […]
Each year on April 28, the labor movement observes Workers’ Memorial Day to commemorate workers who have been killed or injured on the job, and to renew the fight for safer workplaces. This year, APWU members across the country will double down on our shared commitment to protecting the health and safety of postal workers […]
Brooklyn, NY —The TWU Local 100 family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear brother and friend, Dylan U. Valle, on April 16 after he was involved in a motorcycle accident. He was just 55. Valle, a Bronx native, was a talented organizer whose tenure at Local 100 included expanding the School […]
Washington, DC – April 24, 2026 — “Spirit Airlines workers, including IAM ramp service employees, are the backbone of this airline and a lifeline for millions of travelers who depend on affordable air service. “Every day, our members help make air travel accessible for working families, students and communities who rely on Spirit to stay […]
Albany, NY – Members of District 16 in Brooklyn talk about Fixing Tier 6 and other UFT priorities with Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman (in red) in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center on UFT Lobby Day in Albany. Fixing Tier 6, increasing state funding for public schools and boosting pay for child care providers were […]
Chicago, Ill – Drivers and helpers at GlacierPoint outside Chicago have voted to join Teamsters Local 703. GlacierPoint is a regional distributor of ice cream, milk, and other frozen and refrigerated products, supplying grocery stores and other foodservice operations throughout the Midwest. “This is a major win for our members and our union,” said Thomas […]
Caitlyn Clark and Lisa Xu at LaborNotes report on the 3,800 Meatpacking Workers who are represented by United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 7 in Greeley, Colorado – who launched the industry’s first major Strike in 40 years. Their three-week Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike was the first time Workers had ever struck the JBS Greeley Beef Packing Plant, one of the company’s […]
On March 21, workers at the Patagonia store in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood voted to join the RWDSU/UFCW This was the first Patagonia location in the eastern United States to unionize. The election was conducted via an in-person secret ballot vote on-site at the store and administered by the National Labor Relations Board. The […]
Following a one-week extension for a new contract, CWA AT&T Orange Mobility members are mobilizing for demonstrations. The union members plan to show AT&T—and CEO John Stankey—what they think of their foul offers at the bargaining table. CWA Locals 9511, 4900, 7250, and 7901 held signs debunking the company’s “generous” offers as “stankey.” CWAers at […]
New York, NY – At a press conference on April 24, 2026 – City Comptroller Mark Levine discussed the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Climate Reports for three of New York City’s public pension systems. The report highlights meaningful progress in the Systems’ efforts to advance a net zero economy. Between 2019 and 2025 there was a 48.13% weighted […]
The Railroad Retirement Fairness Act Introduced in Congress (H.R. 8405) would allow retirees and spouses to continue working in non-railroad jobs after retirement. Under the current Pre-Retirement Non-Railroad Employment (LPE) law, railroad retirees and their spouses may face a reduction in retirement benefits if they are working for a non-railroad employer before retirement. The legislation […]
City Hall, NY — On Thursday April 29th following the NYC Council’s Stated Meeting, a rally was held at City Hall with over 1,000 union members
Albany, N.Y. – UFCW Locals 1, 338 RWDSU, 342, 1500, and RWDSU released a poll from GBAO Strategies that shows bipartisan support among New Yorkers
Washington—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais, gutting the Voting Rights Act: “When courts eliminate
On April 16th interpreters at LanguageLine Solutions (LLS) joined NYC Council members and several unions to demonstrate their message – its workers’ right to form a
New York, NY – The Employees of Hachette Book Group (HBG), the third-largest Trade Publisher in the U.S., have announced they have Unionized with Washington-Baltimore NewsGuild-Communications
Washington, D.C. – The National AFL-CIO has released its 35th annual Death on the Job-The Toll of Neglect report. Workplace hazards kill approximately 140,000 Workers each year in the United States
On April 16th interpreters at LanguageLine Solutions (LLS) joined NYC Council members and several unions to demonstrate their message – its workers’ right to form a
WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais, gutting the Voting Rights Act: “When courts eliminate remedies
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National AFL-CIO has released its 35th annual Death on the Job-The Toll of Neglect report. Workplace hazards kill approximately 140,000 Workers each year in the United States – more
New York, NY – Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoed a City Council Bill opposed by several unions requiring a security perimeter be set up when a demonstration
Brooklyn, NY – —In honor of Worker’s Memorial Day 2026, Local 100 held a luncheon and ceremony Tuesday to honor the families of members who
“Every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day with their health and well-being intact. “This Workers Memorial Day, the UFCW
New York, NY – I attended a press conference on April 28, 2028 at NYC Hall regarding the City budget. Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and
Washington, D.C. – “Every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day with their health and well-being intact. “This Workers Memorial
Brooklyn, NY – —In honor of Worker’s Memorial Day 2026, Local 100 held a luncheon and ceremony Tuesday to honor the families of members who
New York, NY – I attended a press conference on April 28, 2028 at NYC Hall regarding the City budget. Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and
The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) has filed an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) against Apple,
Each year on April 28, the labor movement observes Workers’ Memorial Day to commemorate workers who have been killed or injured on the job, and
Brooklyn, NY —The TWU Local 100 family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear brother and friend, Dylan U. Valle, on April
Washington, DC – April 24, 2026 — “Spirit Airlines workers, including IAM ramp service employees, are the backbone of this airline and a lifeline for
Albany, NY – Members of District 16 in Brooklyn talk about Fixing Tier 6 and other UFT priorities with Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman (in red)
Chicago, Ill – Drivers and helpers at GlacierPoint outside Chicago have voted to join Teamsters Local 703. GlacierPoint is a regional distributor of ice cream,
Caitlyn Clark and Lisa Xu at LaborNotes report on the 3,800 Meatpacking Workers who are represented by United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 7 in Greeley,
On March 21, workers at the Patagonia store in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood voted to join the RWDSU/UFCW This was the first Patagonia location
Following a one-week extension for a new contract, CWA AT&T Orange Mobility members are mobilizing for demonstrations. The union members plan to show AT&T—and CEO
New York, NY – At a press conference on April 24, 2026 – City Comptroller Mark Levine discussed the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Climate Reports for
The Railroad Retirement Fairness Act Introduced in Congress (H.R. 8405) would allow retirees and spouses to continue working in non-railroad jobs after retirement. Under the
The Railroad Retirement Fairness Act has been introduced in the Senate by U.S. Sens. Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and in the House
Los Angeles and New York – Amazon Teamsters at DAX7 in Los Angeles and Amazon Teamsters at DBK4 in Queens, New York – fight for
Washington, DC – NABTU and Microsoft have developed a partnership to support educational opportunities at union training centers to help workers build skills needed in the AI
Cleavland, Ohio – Primary Care Providers employed at MetroHealth in Cleveland are unionizing. “We are coming together to form our Union because when Primary Care
Washington, D.C. – On April 21, 2026 Governor Sherrill delivered the keynote address at the North America’s Building Trades Union (NABTU) 2026 Legislative Conference in
New York, NY – Carter Myers-Brown at The Chief reports on New York City LanguageLine Interpreters: When a patient walks into a New York City Hospital and doesn’t
Washington, DC – Immediately following the filing of the discharge petition for the Faster Labor Contracts Act on April 20, 2026 Teamsters began a comprehensive
Bristol, CT – Hair and Make-Up Artists employed by Distinct Artistry at ESPN are Unionizing with International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employe³es. The 27 Hair and Make-Up
Washington, DC — “We know this administration has no real understanding of what teachers do, and suggesting robots can replace them makes that clear. “Anyone
Tuesday, April 28, 12-1PM: Join the New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, and the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) for our
Maybe it’s a heavy storm that floods your subway station. Or an important housing court appearance. Maybe it’s your child, who wakes up with a
32BJ SEIU and the Realty Advisory Board have avoided a strike affecting 3,500 co-ops, condos and apartment building. The union representa 34,000 Doormen, Porters and Maintenance Workers across New York
Apple has announced it will permanently close its Towson, Md., store in June 2026. This is the first Apple store in the country to unionize.
Washington DC – CWA Association of Flight Attendants working at United Arlines reach contract agreement. After more than four years of bargaining, Flight Attendants employed at United
A new, bipartisan Senate bill would include the no tax provision to TWU members and other unions. The No Tax on Overtime passed in last year’s
Monday, April 27, 5 pm: Please join the Local One Young Worker’s Committee, in partnership with Working Films, for a free screening of Partners. The
New York, NY – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:30 PM, the Building & Construction Trades Memorial Mass honoring workers killed or injured on
Members of RWDSU/UFCW Local 338 who work at First Student in New Rochelle and Mount Vernon, New York ratified new contract with substantial gains. First
