Hearing on Instafab safety record erupts in shouting match Apr 29, 2016 One year into a strike, Oregon House speaker Tina Kotek headlines the Workers Rights Board panel
DEADLY DUST: OSHA’s new silica rule will save lives Apr 18, 2016 The silica rule covering 2 million construction workers is the most significant OSHA move in decades.
Silicosis hits home Apr 18, 2016 The disease can strike anyone exposed, even someone who teaches good safety practices to others.
Unionist Amanda Schroeder wants to fight for East Multnomah County Apr 18, 2016 The candidate for Multnomah County Commission is looking to succeed Diane McKeel.
Oregon AFSCME hires successor to executive director Ken Allen Apr 15, 2016 Public sector union leader Michael Seville is currently at IFPTE Local 21 in San Francisco.
Ireland’s corporate agenda Apr 14, 2016 To see the result of a corporate agenda run amok, just look to Ireland.
Workplace deaths rising Apr 13, 2016 Job-related deaths are on the rise in Oregon and throughout the United States.
Retired Bakers union member walks to defeat melanoma Apr 12, 2016 Melanoma survivor Robin Zimmerman lost his wife in 2008 after a four year battle with the disease.
Over 10,000 severe worker injuries reported in first year of new OSHA requirement Apr 11, 2016 Most of the hazards that led to severe injuries could easily have been prevented.
Are Oregon Democrats backtracking already on the minimum wage? Apr 1, 2016 Several leaders in the Oregon House and Senate say they’ll consider a lower training or youth wage.