Ohio Republicans back off on “right-to-work” after big protests
On May 1 (May Day), right-wing Republicans introduced in the state legislature three versions of anti-labor "right-to work" legislation.
On anniversary of free trade deal, Colombian workers face turning point
After decades of displacement, war and poverty, workers in Colombia face the possibility of a better life.
Activists, union leaders attend Peace & Justice Awards Breakfast
Over 120 union leaders, community, student, faith, and LGBT activists, attended the 21st Annual Hershel Walker 'Peace & Justice' Awards Breakfast here on May 4.
Job-related deaths average 150 per day, report says
In 1970, Congress enacted the Occupational Safety and Health Act, promising workers in this country the right to a safe job. Since that time, workplace safety has improved.
Today in labor history: The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters founded
Representing the Pullman Porters, the Brotherhood was the first African-American labor union to sign a collective bargaining agreement with a major U.S. corporation.
May Day, a day for international labor solidarity
What made May 1st special was the broad cross section of Michigan labor and faith leaders who proudly celebrated May Day.
6,000 miners rally in fight for pensions
"We are going to stand up, fight back and go to jail for our members - and that is something Peabody can't buy."
ExxonMobil threatens to lock out union workers
ExxonMobil's flat refusal to deal with safety issues at the largest refinery in the U.S. in Baytown, Texas has led the oil firm to threaten to lock out its 850 union employees.
OSHA marks Workers Memorial Day by focus on contract workers
"Many of those killed and injured are temporary workers who often perform the most dangerous jobs and are not receiving the training and protective measures required."
May Day 2013: Workers march all over the world
May Day demonstrations here and across the nation today are part of global demonstrations involving tens of millions on every continent.
