With rallies in Minnesota and across the U.S. this week, workers are saying “hell no” to any attempt at dismantling the public post office.
Contractor who stiffed Bricklayers loses license, must pay $70,000
March 12, 2025 by
A local masonry contractor pled guilty last month to felony tax fraud after a joint investigation by the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office and the Minnesota Department of Revenue.
Gottfried, endorsed in House special election, embraces labor roots
March 10, 2025 by
The labor-endorsed candidate in a special election March 11 in Roseville and parts of Shoreview is a longtime member of SAG-AFTRA.
Proposal would allow Minnesota Uber, Lyft drivers to unionize
March 10, 2025 by
Two labor-endorsed state lawmakers announced plans to introduce legislation that would give drivers in Minnesota the right to unionize and bargain collectively.
Minnesota unions grew by 23,000 members last year
February 3, 2025 by
Minnesota unions made membership gains in 2024, according to an annual report released last month by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nationally, union density remained about the same.
Unions vow to lead with solidarity as second Trump administration looms
December 12, 2024 by
The 2024 election produced mixed results for unions locally, but a devastating outcome on the federal level.
Worker advocates welcome St. Paul’s new wage theft law
December 10, 2024 by
St. Paul will have a new wage theft ordinance on the books Jan. 1. The measure, pushed by Mayor Melvin Carter and co-authored by all seven members of the City Council, drew praise from labor leaders and worker advocates as a step toward more robust, efficient protections for people working in the capital city. Construction […]
Unions warn Trump-aligned ‘Project 2025’ puts target on workers’ rights
October 2, 2024 by
Unions, labor standards and collective bargaining would be targets of a second Trump administration, according to an analysis of the document by the AFL-CIO.
Flanagan marks first Workplace Rights Week at union laundry in St. Paul
September 25, 2024 by
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry is putting a spotlight on workers’ rights this week, with hundreds of outreach events across the state to educate workers and employers.
A former union member, Walz is perfect VP choice, MN labor leaders say
September 3, 2024 by
“With Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, your paycheck is safe, your health care is secure and your pension is protected,” one labor leader said.
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