Union Democracy Introducing Laborers Local 737 Aug 18, 2015 Laborers Locals 296, 320, and 121 merge to make Local 737
Union Democracy New business manager at Sheet Metal Local 16: Charlie Johnson Aug 18, 2015 Charlie Johnson succeeds John Candioto, who resigned
Collective Bargaining ATI locks out steelworkers in Albany and around the country Aug 17, 2015 Final offer would slash health benefits and end pension for new hires
Union Democracy Oregon’s Central Labor Councils convert to chapters of state AFL-CIO Aug 13, 2015 The restructuring comes with new staff support for local labor activity.
Collective Bargaining Workers threaten strike at Longview paper mill Aug 11, 2015 Kapstone, the mill’s new owner, imposed its final offer Aug. 10.
Workers Rights Airport contractor refuses to bargain with Machinists Aug 7, 2015 ABM would rather pay lawyers to delay the inevitable.
Jobs Rally to save postal service celebrates Postal Heritage Day Aug 4, 2015 July 26 was the 240th anniversary of the U.S. Postal Service.
Jobs Washington BCTC endorses Vancouver Energy Terminal Aug 4, 2015 If built, the crude oil export terminal would be constructed union.
Building Community IBEW member injured at race track ‘pays it forward’ with motorcycle giveaway Aug 4, 2015 The fundraiser will benefit IBEW Injured Workers Fund and other charities.
Building Community Union movement helps workers become citizens Aug 4, 2015 The national AFL-CIO is funding citizenship clinics in Oregon.