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AFSCME Local 1110 members Matt Moore and Sean McNiff are the two groundskeepers in charge of making sure the lawn and gardens of ISU President Aondover Tarhule’s university-provided home are well-maintained.
They plant Tarhule’s flowers, mow his grass and pull his weeds—but it doesn’t appear that he values their efforts. Matt and Sean are out on strike, still waiting for the Tarhule administration to agree to a fair contract for employees represented by Local 1110 across the university.
#FairContractNow #UnionStrong
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We all know what 9-1-1 is but did you know that 2-1-1 can connect you with vital resources? We're hosting a Labor 2-1-1 webinar to better inform union members about the tools they have to support them. Whether it is mental health care, childcare, or food assistance, 2-1-1 operators are trained to connect YOU to vital resources.
#UnionStrong #1u
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Nurses at Rush Medical Center are moving to unionize. Like many of us who form a union, they're asking for:
👉 Improved staffing, increased pay, and better benefits
👉 A seat at the table to advocate for improved patient care
👉 Transparency from management
Read the WTTW story here: news.wttw.com/2026/04/09/nurses-rush-university-medical-center-hold-rally-file-petition-unionize
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In the labor movement, we like to talk about fairness. It's why we're urging legislators to pass the Unemployment Equity Act.
Public school bus drivers, janitors, cafeteria workers, education support professionals and so many more are excluded from accessing unemployment insurance when school is not in session, leaving them scraping by at a time when the cost of living is at a record high.
Yet in the private sector, workers doing the exact same job are eligible for unemployment benefits. What's fair about that?
Read the full article here: www.sj-r.com/story/news/state/2026/03/26/illinois-school-staff-rally-in-springfield-for-unemploym...
#UnemploymentEquity #WorkersRights #IllinoisLabor
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IL AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joined Illinois State University’s unionized buildings, grounds and dining services on the picket line today. Workers have had over 30 bargains sessions and have been fighting for a contract since June. It's time for a #FairContract NOW. #1u
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This month, the DePaul Labor Education Center and AFL-CIO are hosting a frontline immigration response training for union members and leaders. Learn how to educate, prepare and protect your members at their worksites.
🗓️ 4/22 (virtual) and 4/29 (in person)
🕛 Both workshops begin at 1pm
📍Virtual - Register for the Zoom link
📍In person @ Iron Workers Local 63 in Broadview
Register here:
ow.ly/3cNu50YEZBb
#unionstrong #immigrationrights #1u
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2026 Workers’ Memorial Day Events
Join working families as they observe Workers Memorial Day on April 28. Pledge to continue the fight for SAFE JOBS NOW. Alton – The Greater Madison County Federation of Labor Workers Memorial program will be held Tuesday, April 28 at 7:00pm at Gordon Moore Park, at the Workers Memorial Site, Highway 140, in Alton Illinois. […]
Mid-Illinois Labor Council “Modernizes the Movement,” Electing New Officers
Decatur, IL – Last night, Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea swore in the Mid-Illinois Labor Council’s nine new officers, who affirmed their commitment to advocating for union members and their families. The newly inaugurated leadership emphasized building strong partnerships with community organizations and engaging in political campaigns aimed at improving the lives of working people. The […]
Illinois AFL-CIO Honors IDOL Director, Two General Assembly Members At “Labor Salutes” Award Ceremony
Springfield – Tonight, the Illinois AFL-CIO honored three Illinois leaders for their outstanding contributions to the state’s labor movement at its annual “Labor Salutes” awards ceremony. “The Illinois labor movement is proud to stand behind these three leaders who have spent their entire careers relentlessly fighting for working families,” stated Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea. […]
Springfield & Central Illinois Trades & Labor Council Swears in New Leadership
Springfield, IL – Last night, Illinois AFL-CIO President and Springfield resident Tim Drea swore in 12 new officers of the Springfield & Central Illinois Trades & Labor Council, who affirmed their commitment to advocating for union members and their families. The newly inaugurated leadership emphasized building strong partnerships with community organizations and engaging in political campaigns […]