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Washington sues to stop Albertsons’ $4 billion dividend

Nov 16, 2022

Unions representing grocery workers say the outsized payout could destroy the nation’s number two grocery chain.

Airlines plagued by delays, canceled flights

Nov 16, 2022

Airlines have faced growing criticism for a surge in flight delays and cancellations, and failure to refund customers.

Metro pushes to privatize Convention Center AV department

Sep 14, 2022

The Metro regional government wants to contract out audio/visual jobs at the Oregon Convention Center – jobs that are currently held by union workers.

Portland steel foundry to close

Sep 14, 2022

Columbia Steel Casting Co. is permanently closing this fall after 121 years of operation, leaving 225 workers without jobs.

Portland uniform maker will lay off union workers

Sep 14, 2022

Dennis Uniform is moving some of its operations to Texas, leaving 71 Oregon workers – including UFCW Local 555 members – without a job.

Toxic Work Environment

Aug 17, 2022

You name it, AFSCME-represented hazardous waste workers handle it. The job combines science, a strong stomach and a whole lot of caution.

Raising the roof

Jun 29, 2022

Union members are getting experience with mass timber at Portland International Airport’s new terminal roof.

TriMet starting pay jumps 48% in a year

May 6, 2022

Amid a severe bus driver shortage, starting pay jumped from $17 to $25.24. Plus a $7,500 sign-on bonus. These are union jobs with benefits.

Biden in Portland: ‘Union workers are the best’

May 4, 2022

During a brief visit to Portland, President Joe Biden said union workers and apprenticeships will be vital in rebuilding U.S. infrastructure.

Metro jurisdictions ratify high-road commitments

May 4, 2022

The Regional Workforce Equity Agreement, which was led by local building trades union reps, will lead to dozens of project labor agreements.