Current news directly from Teamster Locals in the US and Canada.

Labor News Wrap-Up: 01/21/2022 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 570   • Order free at-home Covid-19 tests here   • Republic Services Teamsters approve TA, end strike   • Union battle vs.

The General Strike No One is Talking About 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 570 Jan. 21, 2022 | STRIKES | Six weeks ago, union workers in Seattle called for an industry-wide work stoppage that has since expanded its picket line into nearby communities, disrupted a variety of businesses and left building sites across the city vacant.

Labor News Wrap-Up: 01/21/2022 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 355 .

The General Strike No One is Talking About 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 355 Jan. 21, 2022 | STRIKES | Six weeks ago, union workers in Seattle called for an industry-wide work stoppage that has since expanded its picket line into nearby communities, disrupted a variety of businesses, and left building sites across the city vacant.

Labor News Wrap-Up: 01/21/2022 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 992   • Order free at-home Covid-19 tests here   • Republic Services Teamsters approve TA, end strike   • Union battle vs.

Concrete Actions Toward Worker Power 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 992 Jan. 21, 2022 | STRIKES | Six weeks ago, union workers in Seattle called for an industry-wide work stoppage that has since expanded its picket line into nearby communities, disrupted a variety of businesses and left building sites across the city vacant.

Putting Your Future in Your Hands 01/21/22 - Teamsters Local 786 For information about organizing your workplace, click the "Organize Today" link above or call us at (312) 666-2750. We will put you in contact with a Business Representative who will assist you in the next steps towards organizing.

Misclassified XPO Truck Drivers File for Union Election in CA 01/20/22 - Teamsters Local 355 Jan. 20, 2022 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Port and rail truck drivers working for XPO Logistics across Southern California filed for an election to form a union Wednesday, setting up the first-ever National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) election involving misclassified port and rail truck drivers.

ORGANIZING AMAZON 01/20/22 - Teamsters Local 455 Click on link below to register for future Amazon organizing opportunities : https://form.jotform.

Misclassified XPO Truck Drivers File for Union Election in CA 01/20/22 - Teamsters Local 992 Jan. 20, 2022 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Port and rail truck drivers working for XPO Logistics across Southern California filed for an election to form a union Wednesday, setting up the first-ever National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) election involving misclassified port and rail truck drivers.

The Business Case for Union Busting is Eroding 01/19/22 - Teamsters Local 570 Jan. 19, 2022 | LABOR | For many corporate leaders, even mentioning the word “union” can spark a negative reaction. But it may be time for that to change. The recent rise of labor organizing across a wide range of industries speaks to a number of trends that aren’t slowing down.

The Business Case for Union Busting is Eroding 01/19/22 - Teamsters Local 355 Jan. 19, 2022 | LABOR | For many corporate leaders, even mentioning the word “union” can spark a negative reaction. But it may be time for that to change. The recent rise of labor organizing across a wide range of industries speaks to a number of trends that aren’t slowing down.

The Business Case for Union Busting is Eroding 01/19/22 - Teamsters Local 992 Jan. 19, 2022 | LABOR | For many corporate leaders, even mentioning the word “union” can spark a negative reaction. But it may be time for that to change. The recent rise of labor organizing across a wide range of industries speaks to a number of trends that aren’t slowing down.

Hoffa Scholarship Now Available 01/19/22 - GCC/IBT District Council 4 The application process is now OPEN.  Please use this address to access the system:  https://aim.applyists.net/JRHMSF   *the KEY for applying is "JRHMSF"   The DEADLINE is March 1, 2022. Eligibility:  For the sons, daughters, and financial dependents of Teamster members (including the BMWED, BLET, GCC, and TCRC).

Get Free at home Covid - 19 tests 01/19/22 - GCC/IBT District Council 4 Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-?home COVID-?19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.  Order your tests now so you have them when you need them Order Free At-Home Tests If you need a COVID-?19 test now, please see other testing resources for free testing locations in your area.

James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund 01/18/22 - Teamsters Local Union No. 142 The application process is now OPEN.  Please use this address to access the system:  https://aim.applyISTS.net/JRHMSF *the KEY for applying is "JRHMSF"   The DEADLINE is March 1, 2022. Eligibility:  For the sons, daughters and financial dependents of Teamster members (including the BMWED, BLET, GCC and TCRC).

Ending Driver Exploitation Would Help Relieve Supply Chain Woes 01/18/22 - Teamsters Local 355 Jan. 18, 2022 | OPINION | For years, truck drivers have helped ensure that we get the goods we need in time for the holidays, but current supply chain pressures have revealed inefficiencies in an unaccountable trucking system where employers violate drivers' rights with impunity.

Ending Driver Exploitation Would Help Relieve Supply Chain Woes 01/18/22 - Teamsters Local 992 Jan. 18, 2022 | OPINION | For years, truck drivers have helped ensure that we get the goods we need in time for the holidays, but current supply chain pressures have revealed inefficiencies in an unaccountable trucking system where employers violate drivers' rights with impunity.

Know Your Weingarten Rights 01/18/22 - Teamsters Local 786

Martin Luther King, Jr., Union Man 01/17/22 - Teamsters Local 570 Jan. 17, 2022 | EQUALITY | If Martin Luther King Jr. still lived, he’d probably tell people to join unions. King understood racial equality was inextricably linked to economics. He asked, “What good does it do to be able to eat at a lunch counter if you can’t buy a hamburger?” Those disadvantages have persisted.

Martin Luther King, Jr., Union Man 01/17/22 - Teamsters Local 355 Jan. 17, 2021 | EQUALITY | If Martin Luther King Jr. still lived, he’d probably tell people to join unions. King understood racial equality was inextricably linked to economics. He asked, “What good does it do to be able to eat at a lunch counter if you can’t buy a hamburger?” Those disadvantages have persisted.

Martin Luther King, Jr., Union Man 01/17/22 - Teamsters Local 992 Jan. 17, 2022 | EQUALITY | If Martin Luther King Jr. still lived, he’d probably tell people to join unions. King understood racial equality was inextricably linked to economics. He asked, “What good does it do to be able to eat at a lunch counter if you can’t buy a hamburger?” Those disadvantages have persisted.

Film Teamsters Forklift Certified at 492 Union Hall 01/16/22 - Teamsters Local 492 Film Teamsters Forklift Certified at 492 Union Hall Teamsters Local 492 conducted 3 free forklift classes on January 7, 8, 9 2022. The classes were at the Union Hall. There were 36 Teamsters that successfully completed the Forklift Certification/training classes and were certified in Class 4, 5 and even Class 7 which is the reach-forklift.

Labor News Wrap-Up: 01/14/2022 01/14/22 - Teamsters Local 570   • Can a self-driving 40-ton truck be safe.

More Than 8,000 Grocery Workers on Strike in Denver 01/14/22 - Teamsters Local 570 Jan. 14, 2021 | COLLECTIVE ACTION | About 8,000 grocery store workers at 77 King Soopers and City Markets stores in the Denver area are on strike after the union rejected what the company described as its best and final offer to replace a recently expired contract.