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Jul 14, 2023 | News Story
Are you an MTA Metro-North Railroad rider? Please call Metropolitan Transportation Authority - MTA CEO Janno Lieber and tell him to bargain fairly with TWU Locals 2001 and 2055! TWU Locals 2001 and 2055 represent Car Inspectors, Coach Cleaners, and Carpenters in both New York and Connecticut at Metro North. These workers have been in contract talks since 2019.
Jul 14, 2023 | News Story
In 1911, 146 young women died in a horrific fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory. Their working conditions, untimely deaths, and the lack of adequate compensation for the families of the victims led to widespread unionization of garment industry workers, fire and workplace safety codes, and the creation of the Workers’ Compensation Law.
Jul 13, 2023 | Press Release
The New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO stands in solidarity with the courageous SAG-AFTRA members who are fighting for their rights, dignity, and a more equitable entertainment industry. The decision to go on strike is never an easy one, but these workers have taken a stand because they know they deserve to be treated with respect, provided with fair compensation, and afforded...
Jul 7, 2023 | News Story
Members in your local may be eligible for subsidized child care for working families. Child Care Subsidies are now available across New York City. These vouchers can be used for any type of child care provider and can save parents an average of $15,000 per year (per child) in child care expenses.
Parents must be working, live in New York City, and meet income restrictions.
Jul 7, 2023 | News Story
Around 4 AM Wednesday, UPS walked away from the bargaining table after presenting an unacceptable offer to the Teamsters that did not address members’ needs. Following marathon negotiations, UPS refused to give the Teamsters a last, best, and final offer, telling the union the company had nothing more to give. The UPS Teamsters National Negotiating Committee unanimously rejected the package. The...
Jul 7, 2023 | News Story
App-based companies that account for nearly all the food deliveries in the city filed suit Thursday to stop a new law raising worker wages — days before it is set to take effect.
Jul 7, 2023 | News Story
“One job should be enough.” That was the chant and ideal that rang out last Thursday as concession workers at Barclays Center held a rally to push for better pay, better healthcare coverage, and respect from their employer, Levy. Levy and the Barclays Center have been in partnership for close to a decade and figure to continue working together for the foreseeable future.
Jul 7, 2023 | News Story
From the New York State AFL-CIO: New York is Union Strong because we are united. We share common values and interests, and we care about each other. One of the most important ways we can grow stronger as a movement is to talk with one another.
We're making this summer a Hot Union Summer by having those conversations with members in every corner of the state. We want to hear from everyone about...
Jun 30, 2023 | News Story
After seven days on strike, IBEW Local 3 announced this week that the union has successfully negotiated a fair agreement with WESCO.
Jun 30, 2023 | News Story
The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU), announced last night that, by an overwhelming vote of 88% in favor of the union, workers at the Barnes & Noble Park Slope, Brooklyn store have voted to join the RWDSU.