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Albany, NY – Members of NYSNA testified before the New York State Public Health and Health Planning Council’s Establishment and Project Review Committee in Albany in support of two proposed Hospital mergers at Maimonides Medical Center and St. John’s Riverside Hospital as a means of protecting continuity of care for patients and staffing levels for Nurses.

When union members think about starting or growing a family, the decision is rarely just about timing. Work schedules, health concerns, household budgets, and the physical demands of the job can all play a part. Workers are also starting families later than they used to. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average age at first birth for all mothers increased by nearly one year between 2016 and 2023, with similar increases for second and later births.

TWU Local 100 continues to be very concerned about the members being attacked on buses and the subway system. Another union member was attacked at the Times Square 42nd Street subway station on Monday August 24, 2026. The MTA maintenance worker was cleaning the subway platform at the Times Square station when he was attacked about 10:30pm. The union is outraged by the continual violent attacks throughout the city on transit workers.

Seabrook, NJ – Nearly 160 workers at Lassonde Pappas in Seabrook, N.J., ratified a new 18-month agreement this summer by a 95 percent margin. The UFCW Local 152 members work in the company’s production, warehouse, and mechanical departments, and include electricians, boiler operators, millwrights, and QA technicians.

Chicago Il, – Following the announcement of a Subject Matter Hearing for the Chicago Delivery Protection Act in the City Council on September 15, Teamsters are urging that the members of the Chicago City Council support this important legislation.

New York, NY – The Trusted Voice of Labor Founded in 2009 by Neal Tepel, Labor Press was built on the principle of authentic labor reporting and advocacy. With over 30 years of experience in education and labor relations, Neal recognized the need for a dedicated platform that elevates the voices of unions, workers, and labor leaders. Today, Labor Press stands as the largest independent labor news source in the United States, reaching decision-makers across industries, government, and media.

A beloved and great talent, Dolly Parton has passed. Dolly has had an outstanding career that included music, film and television. Generations of loyal fans have followed her exceptional career in the entertainment industry. She was a member of SAG-AFTRA for more than five decades, joining the union in 1969. “The passing of Dolly Parton will be deeply felt throughout our membership. Her life and legacy of joy and creativity had an indescribable impact on the world.

Brooklyn, NY – Clad in bright orange ponchos, Construction Workers, Labor Leaders and Elected Officials recently rallied against unsafe and exploitative labor practices that they said are occurring at Kingsland Commons, a City-funded Affordable Housing Project in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

Albany, NY – New York State Public Employees Federation members turned out in force to ratify the union’s 2026-2031 collective bargaining agreement. PEF represents 60,000 NYS employees. “Labor unity builds power,” said PEF President Wayne Spence, who has now negotiated five collective bargaining agreements as head of the union. “Overwhelming support of this contract sends a message and will position us for gains in the legislature, in the workplace, and in the community.