Union News

1. ‘Sad reality’ | Wage theft | Layoffs halted

   Wednesday, October 29, 2025   STRIKES ► From KTVI — Boeing rejects union’s counteroffer; St. Louis strike continues — On Tuesday, FOX 2 learned that IAM 837 shared the following message on the counteroffer to union members: “The company rejected our counteroffer and said they’ll only accept a deal within their “parameters.” Our members have […]

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2. ‘It feels like I can’t stop the bleed’

   As the GOP-controlled Congress keeps the government shut down rather than talk healthcare costs, workers share how Washington families are paying the price OLYMPIA, WA (October 29, 2025) – On a normal day, Mïlo Nicholas would be checking in with community health clinics in tribal communities across Washington, reviewing patients’ charts to make sure they […]

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3. Citizenship clinic for union families coming to Yakima

   Permanent resident union members and their families are invited to take the next step toward becoming U.S. citizens YAKIMA, WA (October 29, 2025) — The Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Washington, UFCW Local 3000, and Nuestra Castra are hosting a one-day citizenship clinic on November 15, helping eligible union members and […]

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4. Impacted by the shutdown? Support is available

   The WSLC and partners are hosting a layoff assistance session for affected workers and contractors  UPDATED October 29, 2025 — Another free, virtual session is planned for Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 10 AM to 11:30 AM. Register online today.  OLYMPIA, WA (October 20, 2025) — As the federal government shutdown nears a fourth week, […]

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5. Antipoverty programs | SNAP lawsuit | Thurston road workers

   Tuesday, October 28, 2025   LOCAL ► From the Olympian — Thurston County road workers, allies deliver workplace grievances to commissioners — Earlier this year, former county road workers accused leadership of creating a toxic work environment. The county responded by contracting an outside investigator to look into their complaints. Meanwhile, current workers approved a […]

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6. Snohomish Teamsters defend their pension

   City workers are in a tough contract fight, facing employer proposals that will slash benefits and worsen working conditions SNOHOMISH, WA (October 28, 2025) — Workers who care for the city’s public spaces, handle waste water treatment, keep operations flowing in key city offices, and support the basic functions of city government are in a […]

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