Teamsters at DHL secured a tentative agreement in late March, covering members of 26 locals in 16 states, including WA. If ratified, the new contract would lock in 20% raises and worker protections on AI and autonomous vehicles. https://ow.ly/5Qfk50YFc4K

With management refusing AI safeguards, ProPublica Guild has authorized a strike after 27 months of bargaining. If workers strike, ProPublica articles won’t be shared with the 1000s of readers who get The STAND in their inboxes every weekday, writes editor Sarah Tucker. https://ow.ly/epA850YFbMA

Today’s Labor news:  ✍️ Deportations rise, jobs drop ✍️ Boeing sued over unpaid time ✍️ ICE arrests surge in WA ✍️ AI in mental health care ✍️ Trump targets OSHA, TSA https://ow.ly/ZtWB50YFbxR

Registration is now open for the Spokane Rank & File School, a 5-day course for workers looking to engage in workplace activism and build power with their coworkers. Learn more and sign-up for this training from Spokane Regional Labor Council and WA LERC ➡️ https://ow.ly/bLiR50YEB2j

Baristas at the “original” Starbucks in Seattle's Pike Place Market are unionizing with Starbucks Workers United the workers announced in a letter to the CEO: "The path to our union may be challenging, but we know this...we have each others’ backs." https://ow.ly/z6CY50YEAG9

Today’s Labor news:  ✍️ SEIUHealthcare1199NW pickets MultiCare ✍️ Greeley meatpacker strike ends ✍️ NABTU focuses on mental health ✍️ Writers Guild TAs with AMPTP ✍️ Farmworkers deserve union rights https://ow.ly/rlxk50YEAlm

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Vancouver Public Schools sent layoff notices to 300 educators, but now plans to layoff 107 workers. Educators, students, and parents rallied on Wednesday to call out the district for this harmful approach -- and for balancing budgets on workers' backs. https://ow.ly/6AMQ50YCZ5x

In a major victory in the years-long fight for a first contract, Amazon Teamsters have won an NLRB ruling compelling the company to bargain with 5,000 warehouse workers at the JFK8 facility in Staten Island. https://ow.ly/lM6E50YCXfk

Today’s Labor news:  ✍️ Hanford workers call safety halt ✍️ WA forestry labs to close ✍️ Worker free speech rights ✍️ Starbucks Workers United forces tipping changes ✍️ Why everyone wants to tax the rich https://ow.ly/2Tys50YCX0t

Union members are grappling with how we stand together in the face of violent, inhuman immigration enforcement in workplaces across the country. Join us 4/18 for the 2026 WSLC Labor & Immigration Summit: The Fight for Solidarity Across Every Border, to learn your rights & build practical tools.

The WSLC & SPEEA will host a virtual forum on 4/23 sharing new data on WA’s job landscape, highlighting how improved data can strengthen workforce policy & planning. Speakers from labor, education, & policy will discuss impacts for workers. https://ow.ly/MVu250YCwc8

100+ SEA Airport workers rallied over unsafe conditions & lack of health insurance.While attempting to deliver their demands, workers were turned away by Port leadership,exposing ongoing concerns about accountability & risks to staff & travelers.@mlklabor.bsky.social SEIU6 https://ow.ly/2uTU50YCwrc

Today's News: ✍️Kadlec Washington State Nurses Association nurses ratify new contract ✍️Trump says money for wars not childcare ✍️’TMZ moment’ coming for Congress ✍️U.S job cuts keep rising with AI ✍️WA Gov signs budget https://ow.ly/coxf50YCxnz

Arab Americans have been part of our country since before its founding. During National Arab American Heritage month, we celebrate the many Arab Americans who are our siblings in the labor movement. 
As trade unionists, we stand united for dignity, safety, & justice on the job & in our communities.

31 paratransit workers at Alesig - a MV Transportation subcontractor - are seeking to join Teamsters 117 calling on their employer to recognize the union after declaring majority support. They’re organizing for fair wages, affordable healthcare, & respect on the job. https://ow.ly/O9Z450YBV7a

Healthcare workers with SEIU Healthcare 1199NW will hold informational pickets & rallies from 11-1 p.m. on Friday, 4/3 at three MultiCare sites after months bargaining. Workers say management is undercutting wages & benefits while executives take millions. Join a picket ➡️ https://ow.ly/VUzJ50YBUTI

The future of work is being shaped by AI. Workers should have a say in where it goes. Union members, join us at Teamsters Hall in Tukwila on 4/30 to help define the future of worker-centered AI. Click the link to learn more ➡️ https://ow.ly/PCj850YzTPq

Today's News: ✍️WA Millionaire’s tax signed into law ✍️SBUX lays off dozens after closures ✍️TSA workers finally receiving pay ✍️Gender wage gap wider in NW WA ✍️PNW Kaiser healthcare workers ratify contract https://ow.ly/fWpK50YBqkS

After years at the helm of IAM Union District 751 — where he led a historic strike at Boeing — Jon Holden is stepping into a top IAM leadership role. “Jon is a visionary leader with an unparalleled commitment to building worker power,” said WSLC Pres. April Sims https://ow.ly/p6Ye50YBpL5

With their contract expired, UW Libraries & Press workers with SEIU Local 925 held a work stoppage, demanding a fair contract after months at the bargaining table. Workers are pushing for fair pay, job class equity & layoff protections. Send an email in support ➡️ https://ow.ly/A7Oy50YBqes

Today's News: ✍️Billionaire wealth doubled in 5 years ✍️United & AFA-CWA reach deal ✍️NYU faculty union win $14k raises ✍️REI Union authorizes anniversary sale boycott ✍️VA re-terminates AFGE contract despite court order https://ow.ly/CWKW50YARSq

The WSLC released its '26 Session Snapshot & Legislative Scorecard, outlining wins on worker protections, bargaining rights & new revenue, including the Millionaire’s tax. Check out the Scorecard to see how your legislators voted on key pro-worker legislation. #WaLeg https://ow.ly/yoEF50YARxG

CNAs in central and southwest WA have reached a TA after nearly a year of negotiations. If ratified, workers would see 8–11% raises over two years, improving staffing and patient care. SEIU 775 members at six rural PACs-owned facilities are now voting on ratification. https://ow.ly/etfS50YARfr

WSLC’s Secretary-Treasurer Cherika Carter joined the AFL-CIO Workers First AI Summit to talk about the work we’re doing here in WA ensuring working people have a say in the development and deployment of AI in our jobs.

Women who are union members earn $241* more per week than their non-union counterparts. That’s the power of a collective bargaining agreement. Right now, women earn just 81% of what men make among full-time, year-round workers—and only 76% when part-time and seasonal workers are included.

Today's News: ✍️Portland CC strike continues into 2nd week ✍️VA not honoring AFGE contract ✍️Pierce Co. pauses any new ICE facilities ✍️Elect union members ✍️UAW condemns attack on rubber workers in Mexico https://ow.ly/7c2j50YyUE1

A new law taking effect in June ensures only licensed humans can provide nursing services. “Artificial intelligence cannot...replace the judgment, expertise, accountability, and human connection that are central to the nursing profession.” WSNA Pres. Justin Gill https://ow.ly/RgS050YyU2U

Union journalists at five western papers are fighting back against unchecked AI in newsrooms. The The NewsGuild-CWA journalists are standing up for quality reporting, strong newsroom standards,& the workers who make local news possible. Support real journalism, not AI slop➡️ https://ow.ly/mo4F50YyRFJ

South Sound Rising is accepting applications for its free Spring 2026 Organizing School, a 10-session training (3/31–6/9) in Olympia & Tacoma. It equips working people with the skills and strategies needed to build worker power & win campaigns. Apply by 3/30➡️ https://ow.ly/1cHJ50YyjYV

More than 60k healthcare workers at Kaiser, including 4k OFNHP in SW WA & OR, have reached a “historic” victory on a TA after massive strikes. If ratified by members, the contact would secure major wage increases, improved benefits, & a stronger voice. https://ow.ly/Y0a250YyjQs

Today's News: ✍️United Videogame Workers-CWA: “Sell your f*ing yachts” ✍️Teamsters local 760 strike at Welch’s plant ✍️WA Farmworkers fear ICE, family separation ✍️AFA-CWA, The Flight Attendant Union fed up with Alaska Horizon ✍️TSA workers “offended” by ICE in airports https://ow.ly/vWJa50YyjFs

Working people are coming together on 3/28. Join unions and allies across WA as we stand up to the wealthy and the powerful. Click the link below to find a #NoKings event near you ✊ https://ow.ly/ZgbX50YxP81

47,000 TSA workers will miss another paycheck as the partial government shutdown enters its 38th day. AFGE is calling out Congress for weeks of inaction: “A TSO selling plasma to keep the lights on is unconscionable” https://ow.ly/vv1Y50YxM1T

Starbucks baristas in Seattle picketed Friday, as the company backtracks on severance and relocation promises for workers impacted by store closures. Starbucks Workers United has filed ULP charges for union stores and is pushing the company to bargain closure effects. https://ow.ly/wxfX50YxLUQ

Today's News: ✍️King Co. workers protest RTO mandate ✍️Breakthrough 1st contract at Labcorp ✍️SCOTUS & mail-in ballots ✍️White House aims to block state AI laws ✍️Untrained ICE agents at airports https://ow.ly/tKqy50YxLto

Maritime unions are condemning the Trump/Vance administration’s 60-day Jones Act waiver, warning it sacrifices U.S. jobs, threatens national security — and won’t actually lower gas prices for working people. https://ow.ly/ZTxf50Ywv5A

In an escalation of their contract fight, REI Union workers and co-op members will vote next week on a boycott of the 2026 Anniversary Sale, accusing CEO Mary Beth Laughton of union-busting, cutting wages and benefits, and stalling talks. https://ow.ly/IoyX50Ywuvp

Today's News: ✍️Statement from Dolores Huerta ✍️WA patients reeling from Medicare’s use of AI ✍️Wage gap for PDX women hardly improving ✍️60k Los Angeles Unified School District workers to strike 4/14 if no deal reached ✍️Trump breaches wall between watchdogs and agencies https://ow.ly/CEFq50Ywumy

12,000 Starbucks Workers United baristas are organizing a Delete the App day of action at not-yet-union stores, urging customers to boycott & drop the app as they fight for a fair contract. Help end the union busting by signing up to participate in the 3/21 day of action ➡️ https://ow.ly/hv2750Yw1gT

The GOP is pushing a bill that would require costly documents and in-person verification to vote, creating barriers for many workers and effectively restricting access to the ballot. Call your senators and speak out against this voter suppression effort ➡️ https://ow.ly/CL4X50Yw0YO

Today's News: ✍️Homecare worker unions good for all ✍️WNBAPA reach verbal agreement on CBA ✍️Grocers scrutinized over surveillance pricing ✍️SBUX shareholders question board on union talks ✍️Nurses plan 1-day strike over AI concerns https://ow.ly/i1K850Yw0BG

The Washington State Labor Council AFL-CIO will host a 4/30 summit in Tukwila bringing together labor leaders, union staff, and members to address AI’s impact on workers. The event will focus on strategies to protect jobs, safety, and worker rights as AI expands. Register➡️ https://ow.ly/JTfc50Yvvjf

The Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies is offering $50k+ in scholarships & fellowships for students engaging in labor studies across all UW campuses at multiple stages of education & experience. Awards range from $1K–$10K, with applications open through 5/4. More info ➡️ https://ow.ly/OOVA50YvuTq

Today's News: ✍️Multicare Yakima strike ends ✍️’Life or death’ for TSA ✍️NAFTA shortened U.S lifespans ✍️COVID symptoms linger for WA farmworkers ✍️Trump cuts mental health at VA https://ow.ly/ibKe50YvuGa

Today's News: ✍️Meatpacker strike is first in 40 yrs ✍️ASL interpreters fired for unionizing ✍️Labor dept. chaos ✍️Trump pushing “show your papers” voting law ✍️WGA brace for tough negotiations https://ow.ly/9Rc150YuY2H

Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network leaders Brenda Rodriguez López & Catalina Velasquez: immigrant justice work has always been led by women, who hold both the labor of movement work & labor of their homes, families, & communities w/fierce love & unwavering commitment. https://ow.ly/BoHf50YuXq1

Mass “No Kings” protests are planned for 3/28 in WA and nationwide, with millions expected to participate. “Our message is clear: in this country, workers are the power. Working people decide — not kings,” -Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO President, April Sims https://ow.ly/lqeb50YuXig

NYT Tech Guild workers w/The NewsGuild-CWA are calling for support for engineer Rich Quan, who cares for his father w/ Alzheimer’s. Despite a contract allowing remote work accommodation for caregiving, NYT management is refusing the request. Sign the Tech Guild's petition ➡️ https://ow.ly/qpMu50YtL9w

The '26 WA legislative session has ended, w/ dozens of priority bills passed through the legislature and on the Gov.’s desk. Wins include expanded bargaining rights, a ban on non-competes, apprenticeship wellness training, & new labor protections for domestic workers.#WAleg https://ow.ly/zU1W50YtJr9