Takoma Park Police Officers Ratify Strong New Union Contract

Takoma Park Police Officers Ratify Strong New Union Contract

Includes Innovative Deferred Retirement Option Program Local 400 members serving as Takoma Park, Md., Police Officers recently ratified a strong new three-year collective bargaining agreement. Covering 34 Officers, the contract makes improvements in compensation,...
West Virginia Kroger Workers Staging Protests Over Union Contract

West Virginia Kroger Workers Staging Protests Over Union Contract

With pandemic still endangering lives, Kroger workers are outraged over the company’s refusal to agree to a fair contract CHARLESTON, WV (October 1, 2020) – On Thursday, October 1 at 4:00 p.m., Kroger workers in West Virginia are staging car caravan protests in...
UFCW Locals Demand Hazard Pay Negotiations at Giant

UFCW Locals Demand Hazard Pay Negotiations at Giant

Earlier this week, Giant announced a one-time “appreciation” bonus in the amount of $300 for full-timers and $150 for part-timers. The bonuses will appear in the first November paychecks of all hourly associates hired by September 22, 2020 and actively employed...
As Other Businesses Close, Union Grocery Stores are Hiring

As Other Businesses Close, Union Grocery Stores are Hiring

The Coronavirus pandemic is not only an unprecedented public health threat — it is having a devastating impact on many people’s jobs, especially in the retail, travel and restaurant industries. Meanwhile, grocery stores are all staying open even as so many other...