Calif. unions target Republicans on immigration reform
Thousands rallied outside the office of Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., in support of a comprehensive immigration policy.
Union complaint leads to OSHA move against Republic Steel
A Steelworkers complaint led the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to swoop down, earlier this year, on the Republic Steel plant in Canton, Ohio.
Pro-union panelists call for labor outreach to blacks and youth
"Our issues can be overcome. Diversity is a great strength."
Today in labor history: Power blackout saps Northeast
On this day in 2003, the Northeast of the United States and Canada experienced a massive blackout, which affected 50 million people.
Philadelphia charter school teachers rally for unionization
"Having the support of parents, alumni, teachers, and community groups means so much. We are forming a union to provide a better education for our students."
Social Security turns 78
President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act, providing, for the first time ever, guaranteed income for retirees and creating a system of unemployment benefits.
Painters uncover serious lead poisoning threat to St. Louis kids
The St. Louis city school system hired the prime contractor, Raineri Construction, to renovate the two schools where there are special facilities for pregnant teens.
Chicago rail workers to vote on joining IWW
Mobile Rail fired three workers on July 26 and 29 after they complained to OSHA about job safety problems. All are IWW supporters.
Miners' protest against Peabody continues despite settlement
The union is continuing its fight for retired miners and their families in the courts, in Congress and through community action.
Today in labor history: Seattle Post-Intelligencer strike takes place
The Post-Intelligencer is owned by the Hearst Corporation, which, at the time, was notorious for anti-unionism and anti-communism.
