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Reno nurses announce Feb. 18 strike
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 13 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Reno nurses announce Feb. 18 strike
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Nurses at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nev., have given notice to their employer, Prime Healthcare, that they will hold a strike for one day. Reno nurses will strike on Feb. 18, amidst a week of strikes at Prime facilities in Nevada and California. Nurses at Saint Mary's are represented by National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (NNOC/NNU), the country's largest nurses union.
Nurses have been in negotiations
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 13 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Reno nurses announce Feb. 18 strike
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Nurses at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nev., have given notice to their employer, Prime Healthcare, that they will hold a strike for one day. Reno nurses will strike on Feb. 18, amidst a week of strikes at Prime facilities in Nevada and California. Nurses at Saint Mary's are represented by National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (NNOC/NNU), the country's largest nurses union.
Nurses have been in negotiationssince last summer for a new contract with little to no movement on key issues. The RNs urge management to invest in nursing staff and agree to a contract that provides safe staffing and a commitment to practices that recruit and retain nurses amid high nurse turnover.
Who: Registered nurses
What: One-day strike for safe staffing and patient safety
When: Wednesday, Feb. 18, 6:45 a.m. to Thursday, Feb. 19, 6:44 a.m.; rally at 1 p.m. Wednesday
Where: Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, 235 W. 6th street, Reno, Nev.
"We are fighting to improve our contract to ensure nurses have the resources and support they need to provide the highest level of care to each and every patient," said Lena Tran, RN in the Saint Mary's medical-surgical unit. "We are advocating not only for our nursing colleagues, but for our patients, by demanding a fair and reasonable contract that puts patient care over profits. Prime isn't interested in being held accountable to these standards."
The same week, nurses and health care workers will strike at multiple other Prime facilities: Centinela Hospital in Los Angeles, Calif.; Shasta Regional Medical Center in Redding, Calif.; and West Anaheim Medical Center in Anaheim, Calif.
This ten-days' notice of their strike follows a nearly unanimous strike authorization vote on Jan. 14. Nurses give at least ten days of advance notice for strikes to hospital employers to allow for alternative plans to be made for patient care.
NNOC/NNU represents 350 nurses at Saint Mary's.
National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members nationwide. NNU affiliates include California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee, DC Nurses Association, Michigan Nurses Association, Minnesota Nurses Association, and New York State Nurses Association.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/reno-nurses-announce-feb-18-strike
UAW Endorses Independent Dan Osborn in Nebraska U.S. Senate Race
DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 7 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2026:
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UAW Endorses Independent Dan Osborn in Nebraska U.S. Senate Race
The UAW has voted to endorse Dan Osborn, an Independent candidate for U.S. Senate from Nebraska.
"Dan Osborn is one of us. A union member who came up through the ranks to fight for economic and social justice for the working class," said UAW President Shawn Fain. "We don't need another lawyer or corporate hack who only cares about the richest Americans in the U.S. Senate, we need independent blue-collar fighters like Dan.
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DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 7 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2026:
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UAW Endorses Independent Dan Osborn in Nebraska U.S. Senate Race
The UAW has voted to endorse Dan Osborn, an Independent candidate for U.S. Senate from Nebraska.
"Dan Osborn is one of us. A union member who came up through the ranks to fight for economic and social justice for the working class," said UAW President Shawn Fain. "We don't need another lawyer or corporate hack who only cares about the richest Americans in the U.S. Senate, we need independent blue-collar fighters like Dan.Wealth inequality is out of control in our country. The rich continue to take all the profits while the affordability crisis leaves working class people scraping to get by paycheck to paycheck. If we're going to change this system, we need to elect working-class people to the halls of Congress who understand this. We're proud to stand with Dan Osborn and ready to elect him to take on corporate greed and our rigged political system."
"UAW Region 4 is on the front lines of the class war on blue collar America, and Dan Osborn is right there with us," said UAW Region 4 Director Brandon Campbell, whose region covers the state of Nebraska. "Dan is an independent, who is loyal only to the working class. From his leadership in the Kellogg strike to taking on Tyson as they try to devastate the Midwest with another massive plant closure to pad Wall Street's bottom line, Dan has proven he's got the guts and the experience to take corporate America head on, and working Nebraskans are ready to elect him to the U.S. Senate."
"The United Auto Workers helped build this country and ushered in our nation's greatest eras of prosperity for working people," said Dan Osborn. "With their leadership and working class representation in the Senate, we can return to that prosperity and level the playing field for workers once again. I am honored and humbled by their endorsement, and I will always be a fighter for them and all working people in the U.S. Senate."
The UAW will convene for its biannual Community Action Program Conference in Washington DC, February 8-11, where Osborn will address hundreds of UAW members. For more information, visit UAW.org/cap2026.
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Original text here: https://uaw.org/uaw-endorses-independent-dan-osborn-in-nebraska-u-s-senate-race/
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NEU Cymru Comment on Incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School
LONDON, England, Feb. 7 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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NEU Cymru comment on incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School
Commenting on the incident that happened at Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire, Nicola Fitzpatrick, Wales Secretary for the National Education Union said:
"The NEU is very saddened to hear of the shocking incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School. Our thoughts are with the teacher, their family, and the whole school community.
Schools should be places of safety for everyone who passes through the gates. No one should
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LONDON, England, Feb. 7 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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NEU Cymru comment on incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School
Commenting on the incident that happened at Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire, Nicola Fitzpatrick, Wales Secretary for the National Education Union said:
"The NEU is very saddened to hear of the shocking incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School. Our thoughts are with the teacher, their family, and the whole school community.
Schools should be places of safety for everyone who passes through the gates. No one shouldever have to experience violent or aggressive behaviour while carrying out their work or their studies.
The NEU has been in touch with our members at the school to offer whatever support they may need at this distressing time.
It is vital that all stakeholders urgently address the rise in violence and aggression in ways that meet the needs of the learners and crucially keep staff and students safe in settings across Wales."
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Original text here: https://neu.org.uk/latest/press-releases/neu-cymru-comment-incident-milford-haven-comprehensive-school?_locale=en
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UAW Reaches Tentative Agreement With Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Marking Historic Breakthrough for Southern Autoworkers
DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 6 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 5, 2026:
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UAW Reaches Tentative Agreement with Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Marking Historic Breakthrough for Southern Autoworkers
Autoworkers at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant have won a historic tentative agreement with the company. After making history as the first Southern autoworkers outside the Big Three to join the UAW, the 3,200 workers at Volkswagen Chattanooga have won a tentative contract deal that provides 20 percent across-the-board wage increases, affordable health care, real job security,
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DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 6 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 5, 2026:
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UAW Reaches Tentative Agreement with Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Marking Historic Breakthrough for Southern Autoworkers
Autoworkers at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant have won a historic tentative agreement with the company. After making history as the first Southern autoworkers outside the Big Three to join the UAW, the 3,200 workers at Volkswagen Chattanooga have won a tentative contract deal that provides 20 percent across-the-board wage increases, affordable health care, real job security,and more.
After workers voted 3-to-1 to join the UAW in 2024, they elected a 20-member negotiating committee of their peers. After months of negotiations, the tentative deal marks a breakthrough for non-union autoworkers and manufacturing workers across the South. The tentative deal ensures that Volkswagen workers have a legally binding and enforceable agreement that guarantees fair pay, more affordable health care, safer working conditions, and clear protections against favoritism.
"For years, Chattanooga workers were told to settle for less while Volkswagen made record profits. So, the workers stood together and won their union--and now they've secured a life-changing first agreement," said UAW President Shawn Fain. "This deal proves what happens when autoworkers stand up and demand their fair share. People said Southern autoworkers could never form a union or win a union contract. Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga said, 'Watch this.'"
For workers like bargaining committee co-chair Steve Cochran, a skilled trades worker and co-chair of the Bargaining Committee, the agreement represents a turning point. "A strong contract makes sure promises are delivered. Respect and security shouldn't be up for negotiation--and now they won't be."
The tentative agreement is especially significant given Volkswagen's recent record-breaking profits. In 2024 alone, the world's second-largest automaker reported $20.6 billion in profits--even as Chattanooga workers struggled under substandard health coverage and rising out-of-pocket costs.
Key Wins in the Tentative Agreement
* Major Wage Increases - 20% GWI
Substantial raises that begin to close the gap with industry standards and reflect Volkswagen's record profits.
* Improved High-Quality Health Care with No Increases
Lower out-of-pocket costs, improved coverage, and protections that ensure no worker must choose between medical care and basic needs.
* Big Bonuses Initial bonuses equaling $6,550 per worker upon ratification and additional annual bonuses of $2,550 for the life of the agreement. Thousands of dollars of additional compensation for each worker.
* Job Security Protections
Strong language against unilateral job cuts, shift reductions, and outsourcing--making sure VW keeps good union jobs in Chattanooga.
* Stronger Health & Safety Standards
Enforceable safety rules, dedicated union safety representatives, and a greater worker voice in identifying and fixing hazards on the job.
* Paid Time Off & Scheduling Protections
Guaranteed paid leave, fair scheduling requirements, and safeguards against forced overtime and favoritism.
* Fair Discipline & Grievance Rights
Clear, enforceable protections against unfair discipline and a transparent, worker-centered grievance process.
* A Real Voice on the Job
Rights that ensure workers have a say in day-to-day decisions that shape their work, their safety, and their future.
This historic agreement reflects significant improvements over the company's last proposal in October, including:
* New product commitments
* Enhanced right-to-strike protections
* Key newly won Job Security agreements, including protections against outsourcing
* Thousands of additional dollars of annual compensation per worker
* Key Skilled Trades issues addressed
* Stronger safeguards against plant closures or the sale of operations
Workers will receive details of the tentative agreement in the coming days, followed by a ratification vote.
"This contract is proof that if you stand up and stick together, you can win a better life," said Kelcey Smith, a worker in the paint department. "No matter where you live, or where you work, autoworkers deserve a union contract, whether at the Big Three or Volkswagen, from Detroit to Chattanooga. Volkswagen workers are showing the whole country what's possible."
The Chattanooga victory signals a profound shift in the Southern auto industry, as workers across the region stand up to global corporations, demand their fair share, and build a future where autoworkers--no matter where they live or what company they work for--have a collective voice and a seat at the table.
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Original text here: https://uaw.org/uaw-reaches-tentative-agreement-with-volkswagen-in-chattanooga-marking-historic-breakthrough-for-southern-autoworkers/
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Teamsters at BelGioioso Cheese Ratify Contract
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters at BelGioioso Cheese Ratify Contract
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Press Contact: Lena Melentijevic Phone: (347) 208-2279 Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org
(ROCHESTER, N.Y.) - Teamsters at the BelGioioso Cheese facility in Campbell, New York, represented by Teamsters Local 118, have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract that secures higher wages and strengthens job protections. The agreement covers 180 workers responsible for the production, maintenance, and distribution of Polly-O cheeses
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters at BelGioioso Cheese Ratify Contract
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Press Contact: Lena Melentijevic Phone: (347) 208-2279 Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org
(ROCHESTER, N.Y.) - Teamsters at the BelGioioso Cheese facility in Campbell, New York, represented by Teamsters Local 118, have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract that secures higher wages and strengthens job protections. The agreement covers 180 workers responsible for the production, maintenance, and distribution of Polly-O cheesesacross the region.
"Our members made it clear they expected a contract that respected their work, and that's exactly what we achieved," said Tim Barbeto, President of Teamsters Local 118. "This agreement raises wages, improves benefits, and strengthens the workplace protections our members rely on every day."
The contract clarifies workplace rules, improves the posting process for line lead positions, limits the use of temporary workers, and strengthens rules around seniority and job assignments.
"This contract protects our jobs and gives us a stronger voice at work," said Thomas Didas, a steward. "We finally feel respected for the essential role we play in producing and shipping thousands of Polly-O cheese products."
Teamsters Local 118 proudly represents over 5,000 workers across upstate New York and in Northern Pennsylvania. For more information, go to teamsters118.com.
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Original text here: https://teamster.org/2026/02/teamsters-at-belgioioso-cheese-ratify-contract/
MarinHealth Medical Center nurses announce one-day strike for safe staffing and patient safety
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 6 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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MarinHealth Medical Center nurses announce one-day strike for safe staffing and patient safety
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Nurses at MarinHealth Medical Center in Greenbrae, Calif., gave notice to their employer today that they will hold a strike for one day on Wednesday, Feb. 18, to protest the administration's refusal to address RNs' deep concerns about nurse retention, patient care, and safe staffing. The nurses are represented by California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (CNA/NNU).
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 6 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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MarinHealth Medical Center nurses announce one-day strike for safe staffing and patient safety
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Nurses at MarinHealth Medical Center in Greenbrae, Calif., gave notice to their employer today that they will hold a strike for one day on Wednesday, Feb. 18, to protest the administration's refusal to address RNs' deep concerns about nurse retention, patient care, and safe staffing. The nurses are represented by California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (CNA/NNU).
CNArepresents more than 700 nurses MarinHealth Medical Center. This strike notice, which lets the hospital make alternative plans for patient care, follows the nurses' nearly unanimous strike authorization vote on Jan. 30. The nurses have been in contract negotiations since June 2025 with little to no movement on key issues.
"We always want to give our patients the best care but it is challenging to do that when we are stretched too thin and can't take breaks during our 12-hour shift," said Lynn Warner, RN in the progressive and metabolic care unit at MarinHealth. "We need more resource nurses to ensure patient and nurse safety. We are striking to demand that MarinHealth invest in nurse retention. so we will continue to give our community the care they deserve."
Who: Registered nurses at MarinHealth Medical Center
What: One-day strike for patient safety and a fair contract
When: Wednesday, Feb. 18, 7 a.m. to Thursday, Feb. 19, 6:59 a.m.
Where: MarinHealth Medical Center, 250 Bon Air Rd, Greenbrae, Calif.
The RNs urge management to invest in nursing staff and agree to a contract that provides appropriate staffing so nurses can take proper meal and rest breaks, improvements to address recruitment and retention, and affordable health care.
"MarinHealth nurses love their jobs. We are really dedicated to our patients and our community," said Krystle Davis, RN in the emergency department at MarinHealth. "Safe staffing and maintaining our health benefits is the key to retaining and recruiting nurses."
The nurses held an informational picket in December but management has not addressed the patient safety concerns raised by nurses in their proposals.
California Nurses Association/National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the nation with more than 100,000 members in more than 200 facilities throughout California and more than 225,000 RNs nationwide.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/marinhealth-medical-center-nurses-announce-one-day-strike
Credit union pilot program responds to growing food insecurity
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Credit union pilot program responds to growing food insecurity
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With a people-first mission, credit unions often meet community needs that go above and beyond financial services. A new America's Credit Unions Blog post shares how Tucson Federal Credit Union is addressing food insecurity in the community.
Partnering with the Tucson Unified School District, the credit union supports a pilot program to distribute more than 200 emergency grocery gift cards to students' families in three
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Credit union pilot program responds to growing food insecurity
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With a people-first mission, credit unions often meet community needs that go above and beyond financial services. A new America's Credit Unions Blog post shares how Tucson Federal Credit Union is addressing food insecurity in the community.
Partnering with the Tucson Unified School District, the credit union supports a pilot program to distribute more than 200 emergency grocery gift cards to students' families in threeschools (one primary, one middle, and one high school).
"This is about meeting families with practical support in a way that protects dignity," said Krystal Adams, chief operating officer at Tucson Federal Credit Union. "School counselors and educators are often the first to recognize when a family is under strain. By placing these resources in trusted hands at the school level, we can respond quickly and thoughtfully, right where help is most needed."
The credit union's origin serving teachers within the school district shapes its community outreach to this day, and Vice President of Culture and Development John Jackson says the program also gives the school system a "a partner in the community that's willing to talk about different ideas that they see first-hand."
Read more in America's Credit Unions blog: https://www.americascreditunions.org/blogs/americas-credit-unions/tucson-federal-credit-union-tackles-student-food-insecurity-grocery
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Original text here: https://www.americascreditunions.org/news-media/news/credit-union-pilot-program-responds-growing-food-insecurity
