Employee files federal charges against Unite Here Local 11 for alleged harassment
An employee of Flying Food Group at Los Angeles International Airport has filed federal charges against the Unite Here Local 11 union.
Issues & Profiles
Role of assistant principals highlighted during National Assistant Principals Week
In the week from April 7 to April 11, 2025, National Assistant Principals Week takes a closer look at the vital role assistant principals play within educational institutions.
Mesa Airlines pilots respond to merger with Republic Airways
The pilots of Mesa Airlines, under the representation of the Air Line Pilots Association, have responded to the announcement of a proposed merger with Republic Airways.
Leslie Ishii awarded 2025 Paul Robeson Award by Actors’ Equity Association
Actors’ Equity Association, along with the Actors’ Equity Foundation, has announced Leslie Ishii as the 2025 recipient of the Paul Robeson Award.
Assistant principal A.J. Romero supports students amid educational challenges
A.J. Romero, the assistant principal at Garden Place Academy in downtown Denver, plays a significant part in managing student behavior and implementing supportive strategies.
Personal Liability Insurance Seen as Essential for Teachers Facing Legal and Financial Risks
MyPayMySay has announced that teachers should secure personal liability insurance to protect themselves from potential legal and financial risks not fully covered by school district policies.
Teacher Tapp survey reveals impact of total power outage on U.S. teachers
Teacher Tapp has released the results of a new survey that reveals how U.S. teachers would be significantly affected by a power outage disrupting all systems except lighting.
Personal Liability Insurance Seen as Essential for Teachers Facing Legal and Financial Risks
MyPayMySay has announced that teachers should secure personal liability insurance to protect themselves from potential legal and financial risks not fully covered by school district policies.
UNITE HERE backs Hashmi in Virginia’s Democratic primary race for Lieutenant Governor
UNITE HERE endorses State Senator Ghazala Hashmi for Lieutenant Governor in Virginia’s Democratic primary.
Entertainment leaders discuss AI’s impact at SXSW panel
On March 7, 2025, during the SXSW Conference, SAG-AFTRA hosted a panel titled “The Future of Hollywood in an A.I.-Saturated World.”
San Jose nurses rally against unsafe conditions at Good Samaritan Hospital
Registered nurses at HCA’s Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, California, plan to hold a rally on Monday, March 24, at 4 p.m. The protest aims to address concerns over…
Equal Pay Day highlights ongoing wage disparities across gender and racial lines
Equal Pay Day is set to be observed on March 25, 2025, as a day symbolizing the ongoing disparity between men’s and women’s wages.
New York day care leaders secure pay increase after lengthy negotiations
The Day Care Council of New York and the Council of School Supervisors & Administrators (CSA), AFSA Local 1, have finalized a contract agreement for administrators at publicly funded day…
Coalition challenges Trump’s executive order on dismantling Department of Education
Today, a coalition of educators, school districts, and unions filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in response to an executive order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education.
Crowley launches first US LNG carrier for Puerto Rico
Crowley and Naturgy have launched the first U.S. liquified natural gas (LNG) carrier, American Energy, to transport U.S.-sourced LNG to Puerto Rico.
Trump announces tariffs on imported cars and trucks, signaling shift in trade policy
The Trump administration has announced tariffs on passenger cars and trucks entering the U.S. market.
AFL-CIO supports flight attendants’ call for fair contract with United Airlines
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler has expressed support for the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA) members who are picketing at United Airlines.
Wisconsin court hears challenge against controversial Act 10
The National Right to Work Foundation has filed an amicus brief with the Wisconsin Court of Appeals in the case of Abbotsford Education Association v. Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission.
Trump’s tax-and-spending reconciliation bill passes amid union opposition
Today, the House of Representatives narrowly passed President Trump’s tax-and-spending reconciliation bill, following its approval in the Senate two days earlier.
AFT launches National Academy for AI Instruction with tech giants
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT), in collaboration with the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) and major technology companies including Microsoft Corp., OpenAI, and Anthropic, has announced the establishment of the National Academy for…
Supreme Court ruling allows mass firing of federal workers amid ongoing litigation
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler responded to a recent Supreme Court order that permits the Trump administration to proceed with plans for a Reduction in Force (RIF), potentially resulting in the dismissal of hundreds of thousands of federal employees.
Teamsters face setbacks as Ohio workers vote against union representation
Daniel Caughhorn, alongside his colleagues at a scrap metal processing facility in Toledo, Ohio, successfully voted to remove Teamsters union bosses from their workplace.
Ballet West artists ratify new agreement with AGMA including wage increases
AGMA Artists at Ballet West have approved a new three-year agreement that introduces wage increases, enhanced workplace protections, and improvements to reimbursement policies and scheduling.