Union News

Mar

Chicago Sun Times Article Highlights Union Pharmacist’s Struggles Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Today, the Chicago Sun Times released an article which includes excepts from an interview with Teamsters Local 727 Union Steward, Michael Trnka. A full link to the article and excerpts…

IBT Extends Deadline for James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund

Today, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters sent notice to all Locals and Joint Councils informing them that, "Due to the National Emergency, the deadline for applying for the James R.…

Mar

SHAME ON YOU CHICAGO TRIBUNE!

Across the nation, city and state governments are mandating “shelter-in-place” orders to protect American workers and slow the spread of COVID-19. During these shelter-in-place orders, only businesses that are deemed…

727 Seeks Help From Governor Pritzker & Mayor Lightfoot

Local 727 is continuing to do everything it can to combat the existing safety and job loss concerns that have arisen since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and recently sent a…

KEURIG DR PEPPER’S ANTI-UNION TACTICS CONTINUE

Last week, Teamsters Local 727 sent all soda companies represented by 727, including the American Bottling Company, a subsidiary of Keurig Dr Pepper (NYSE:KDP), a detailed information request that asked…