Philly refinery to stay open
Monroe Energy LLC, a subsidiary of Delta Airlines, agreed to buy one of the three big petroleum product refineries, saving an estimated 5,000 jobs.
Workers raise the roof at Verizon shareholders’ meeting
Union members and their allies raised the roof at the corporation's annual shareholder meeting yesterday.
Workers seek high office in Wisconsin
He seeks an open U.S. House seat this fall in the Democratic-leaning district centered around the state capital.
May Day returns to Toledo with slam at Red Cross
May Day returned to this industrial city Tuesday as hundreds rallied in front of the municipal Government Center.
Unions launch global inquiry into attacks on workers’ rights
New evidence shows how workers' rights have been eroded by governments between 2008 and 2012 under the guise of the economic crisis.
Obama to building trades: GOP blocking construction jobs
Obama's campaign for more construction jobs comes against a continuing backdrop of high joblessness in the construction industry: 17.2% in March, more than double the national jobless rate of 8.2%.
Workers say fight to save Post Office goes on
By a 62-37 vote on Apr. 25, the Senate approved a modified postal "reform" bill, S1789. The battle over the future of the Postal Service now moves to the GOP-run House.
Worker’s Memorial Day: regulations save lives
While President Obama is pushing for more safety, he warned business groups are pushing back with an "all out assault."
Walker’s revenge felt by Wisconsin workers
Three groups of Badger State workers have been 'disciplined' for opposing GOP Gov. Scott Walker.
2,000 march in New Haven for jobs pipeline
The movement in New Haven for jobs, youth opportunity, and an end to violence filled the streets with a march of 2,000 last week.
