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Labor launches annual King observance tonight

January 17, 2013 By John Wojcik

The labor movement is celebrating its ties to the civil rights movement here this weekend as the AFL-CIO gathers to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Teachers praise president’s gun control agenda

January 17, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

Leaders of the nation's two teachers unions praised President Obama and lawmakers who have unveiled comprehensive gun control proposals.

Illinois governor waging war on public service workers

January 16, 2013 By Anders Lindall And Clyde Weiss

The rights of public service workers seem to be of no consequence to Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn.

Workers win safety deal at Hyatt Fisherman’s Wharf

January 15, 2013 By Marilyn Bechtel

In a landmark settlementwith implications for all Hyatt workers, the Hyatt Fisherman's Wharf hotel has withdrawn its appeal of citations related to housekeeper injuries.

Minnesota unions urge action on jobs as legislature convenes

January 11, 2013 By Steve Share

When the Minnesota legislature convened Jan. 8, everything had changed - and nothing had changed