Labor launches national boycott of American Crystal Sugar
"We have to do something dramatic to call attention to what has become a common form of warfare against workers."
Silicon Valley protests Hyatt abuse of women
A broad cross section of Silicon Valley joined Hyatt hotel workers in front of the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara last week, speaking out against Hyatt's abuse of women workers.
Workers, students protest Walmart across the U.S.
"Walmart is the biggest employer in the country and they have some of the lowest and most stagnant wages in the country, and that needs to change."
Chipotle signs “Fair Food” pact with Immokalee workers
Following a six-year struggle, the CIW signed an agreement Oct. 4 with Chipotle Mexican Grill, ending their campaign against the company.
Walmart warehouse workers win strike, full back pay
In what is being described as a historic victory, 38 workers at Walmart's largest distribution center in North America ended their 21-day strike and have returned to work.
Opponents of outsourcing arrested at Bain plant for blocking trucks
Three supporters of outsourced workers were arrested this morning for blocking equipment removal at the Bain-owned Sensata Technologies plant.
After death, new Missouri law protects utility workers
A new utility workers protection law passed in Missouri could become a model for other such legislation nationally.
Firing of unionists sparks protest at public TV station
A mass firing at WHUT, the station at Washington's Howard University, sparked a mass protest at the school's opening convocation.
Management locks out unionized musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra
Musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra said they have "our deepest regret" for "our loyal audience members," after management cancelled all concerts.
Fatal work injuries down slightly in 2011
The number of fatal occupational injuries nationwide dropped to 4,609 in 2011.
