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Nearly 200 union members, retirees, and staff came together in Trenton to strengthen their community and fight for better futures. The celebration brought workers together for real conversations about their pensions, healthcare, and political power.
Teamsters Local 25 just handed out its largest scholarship class ever, giving $74,000 to 37 children and grandchildren of union members. Among the winners is Rachel Albernaz, a Bristol-Plymouth tech school graduate heading to college this fall.
Ten high school seniors across Michigan just received $2,500 scholarships each to pursue their dreams. Marshall Community Credit Union celebrated its 75th anniversary by investing in the next generation of community leaders.
Every dollar spent at a small business does triple duty—employing neighbors, supporting local charities, and funding community projects. With 36 million small businesses now employing 60 million Americans, shopping local has never mattered more.
Federal lawmakers just introduced legislation requiring all Department of Energy funded projects to create good-paying union jobs and benefit local communities. The Good Energy Jobs Act would make permanent the labor standards that have already helped spark billions in clean energy investments across America.
A Pennsylvania credit union is putting $6,000 toward the future of local students pursuing higher education. Two scholarships are now open for high schoolers planning any post-secondary path this fall.
Wisconsin became the first state where major utilities committed to union labor for renewable energy projects, creating thousands of good-paying jobs. Now, 50,000 workers are partnering with developers to build the state's clean energy future from the ground up.
After a deadly tornado tore through Union City, Michigan, volunteers flooded into the local high school within hours, transforming it into a bustling command center for recovery. The community's coordinated response shows how small towns can move mountains when neighbors need help.
A Danish shopping app saw 30,000 downloads in three days as Europeans sought alternatives to American products. The surge came after diplomatic tensions over Greenland sparked interest in supporting local businesses.
While many companies fight unionization, Otis Worldwide's CEO credits her union workers with creating predictability and stronger safety standards. At a time when public approval of unions hits 68%, she's proving labor partnerships can be a competitive advantage.
A nonprofit just launched free tools that reveal what employers pay to fight workplace organizing—and it could level the playing field for millions of workers. For the first time, employees can see exactly which consultants their company might hire and what it could cost to resist their union.
Labor unions across Oregon have joined forces to create Climate Jobs Oregon, ensuring the clean energy transition puts working families first. The coalition aims to build a homegrown renewable energy economy with good-paying union jobs while tackling climate change and inequality.
Workers at Rockstar Games have formed the company's first labor union, representing employees across all five UK offices. The Rockstar Game Workers Union is fighting for better working conditions and defending 31 members who were fired last year.
When union members saw 13-year-old cancer survivor Carter Boyle riding an old bicycle at a charity fundraiser, they took up a collection to surprise him with a brand new Trek road bike. The heartwarming gesture came just days after his birthday, bringing together family, union workers, and foundation staff to celebrate his strength.
A Massachusetts union just awarded its largest scholarship haul ever, sending $74,000 to 37 children and grandchildren of members. Lynn resident Peter Prentiss is among the recipients heading to college this fall with Teamster support.
Seattle's Central District is hosting its annual Re:Union on Union block party featuring R&B legends Surface, local soul food vendors, and a city-wide celebration of Black culture. The event honors the neighborhood's rich history while bringing together generations of families for a massive community gathering.
Support for labor unions just hit a 60-year high as workers look for protection in an uncertain economy. Nearly half of Americans now want unions to have more influence, signaling a major shift in workplace attitudes.
The Industrial and Commercial Workers Union of Ghana just won national recognition for championing labor rights and workplace harmony. With 95,000 members strong, this union is proving that fighting for fair treatment leads to real progress.
Nearly 4,000 Volkswagen workers in Tennessee just voted 96% to approve their first union contract, marking a historic breakthrough for labor organizing in the American South. The four-year deal brings significant wage increases, lower healthcare costs, and stronger job protections to a region where unions have struggled for decades.
Newfoundland and Labrador's Labour Relations Board just changed the game for thousands of casual workers who were previously shut out of union protection. The ruling confirms that irregular schedules don't make someone less of an employee.
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