The IAM Union applauds Maryland lawmakers who are seeking answers from Apple after its decision to close its only unionized U.S. retail store in Towson. Nearly 90 workers face uncertainty over their future employment as discussions continue between stakeholders.
The International Association of Machinists held a major auditors’ conference focused on strengthening oversight over member dues. Union leaders highlighted how auditor training supports transparency across districts.
Georgia’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent in March while both employment levels and workforce size set new records according to state officials. Health care led job gains among several growing sectors.
Brian Bryant of IAM Union responded after a Supreme Court decision weakened key provisions in federal voting law. He urged Congress to restore protections under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
The IAM Union urges lawmakers to ensure any federal aid given to Spirit Airlines prioritizes worker job security and affordable air travel over executive pay. The union says past support programs have proven effective when they protect frontline employees.
Georgia Power has helped install a large-scale solar canopy system at Kia’s West Point plant. The new system will supply around 10% of the facility’s electricity needs using locally made panels from Qcells.
Members of IAM Local 778 have voted down Olin Winchester’s latest contract offer after nearly a month on strike. Workers say key issues like pay keeping up with inflation and excessive overtime remain unresolved.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers has accused Apple of discriminating against unionized staff at its Towson store in a new complaint before federal regulators. The dispute focuses on transfer rights following planned store closures.
U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver and Wesley Bell have urged Olin Corporation leaders to resume talks with striking IAM union ammo makers at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. The union seeks improved wages while emphasizing its role in national defense supply chains.
Two local chambers are hosting a candidate forum ahead of Augusta’s mayoral election this April. Community members can attend sessions or submit questions online for commission district and mayoral candidates.