With the start of what advocates hope is a new era of high-speed rail in the U.S., the Transport Workers Union has a lot of organizing momentum to gain from
With momentum building for high-speed rail in the U.S., organized labor has taken on a key role in pushing forward planning of projects in various stages across the country. Of
LaborPress recently sat down with Dean Devita, president emeritus of the National Conference of Firemen & Oilers (NCFO) to discuss the topic of high-speed rail a new horizon within the
Bob Yaro is an urban and regional planner who has led a career spanning both the academic world and community and transportation planning for local entities across greater New England.
Washington, DC – Janitors employed by Nelson Services who work in Con Ed generating stations voted to join the Utility Workers Union of America. “We look forward to working with
New York, NY – A staggering number of hotel workers – over 10,000 in the U.S. – went on strike Labor Day this year. Why? Their issues range from a
It has been known for decades that lead paint, whether from its dust, or chips that can be consumed by children, is extremely hazardous. Lead poisoning in children is particularly
In Sumner, Wash., over 150 Costco fleet drivers have voted to authorize a strike. Costco management has refused to bargain in good faith, leading to the action. The group of
In a big win for DHL sort workers at the DHL global hub at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), the company has recognized over 1,300 employees’ right to collectively
Antonio Gaston, a father of four, suffered a gruesome death on Aug. 21 when he was caught on machinery at a Stellantis plant. Stellantis had forced workers to leave everything
