Census Bureau schedules webinar ahead of release of ACS one-year estimates
The U.S. Census Bureau will conduct a prerelease webinar on September 4, 2025, to discuss the upcoming release of the 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 1-year estimates.
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South region CPI rises slightly as food costs outpace energy declines
Consumer prices in the South region rose slightly in July, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
ULA launches first operational Vulcan rocket with military satellites
United Launch Alliance (ULA) successfully launched its first fully operational Vulcan rocket system on Tuesday night from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Mississippi sees decline in job openings as hiring slows slightly in June
Mississippi reported 64,000 job openings in June 2025, a decrease from 68,000 in May, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Alabama sees decline in job openings for June while hiring remains steady
Alabama reported 115,000 job openings in June 2025, a decrease from the 123,000 openings recorded in May, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Tennessee sees rise in job openings for June as unemployment-to-job ratio remains low
Tennessee reported 183,000 job openings in June 2025, an increase from 165,000 in May, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Kentucky sees drop in job openings for June while hiring activity slows
Kentucky reported 105,000 job openings in June 2025, a decrease from the 117,000 openings recorded in May, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
U.S. Census Bureau releases July 2025 business formation statistics
The U.S. Census Bureau has published its latest Business Formation Statistics (BFS) for July 2025.
IAM Local 850 air traffic controller instructors approve new three-year contract
Approximately 317 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 850 in Oklahoma City have ratified a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with Science Applications International…
U.S. Census Bureau releases new Business Trends and Outlook Survey data
The U.S. Census Bureau has published new data from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS), which tracks business conditions and forecasts across the United States.
IAM Union urges governor’s approval of fair pay bill for NJ auto technicians
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) has called on New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to sign the Motor Vehicle Open Recall Notice and Fair Compensation Act…
IAM and TCU/IAM commemorate centennial anniversary of Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) are marking the 100th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP), which was…
IAM Union announces successful organization drive at Atlanta airport’s Plane Train
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) Rail Division and the Transportation Communications Union/IAM (TCU/IAM) have announced that 90 Alstom employees at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport have…
Atlantic Aviation Teterboro workers approve new IAM union contract
IAM union members at Atlantic Aviation Teterboro have ratified a new collective bargaining agreement that brings improvements in pay, benefits, and working conditions.
U.S. Census Bureau releases new business trends survey data covering all sectors
The U.S. Census Bureau has published new data from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS), which tracks business conditions and forecasts on an ongoing basis.
IAM Union reaffirms commitment to Social Security on its 90th anniversary
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) has marked the 90th anniversary of Social Security with a renewed pledge to advocate for retirement security for working people.
IAM Union members highlight Latino empowerment at LCLAA national convention
Members and leaders of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) participated in the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement’s (LCLAA) 25th National Membership Convention in Atlanta.
Norfolk Botanical Garden staff vote for IAM Union representation
Workers at the Norfolk Botanical Garden have voted to join the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union, following a union election held on July 23.
IAM International President’s Classic raises funds for museum honoring Maine mill workers
The 2025 IAM International President’s Classic golf tournament was held at Fox Ridge Golf Club in Auburn, Maine, drawing participants from across North America.
Machinists at Boeing in St. Louis reject new contract offer; strike set to begin
Approximately 3,200 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 837 have voted to reject Boeing’s latest four-year labor contract offer.
Uninsured rates drop below ten percent in nearly half of U.S. counties
The U.S. Census Bureau reported a decline in the percentage of uninsured individuals under age 65 in most counties across the country from 2022 to 2023, based on new Small…
IAM District 837 members to vote on revised Boeing contract amid potential strike
More than 3,200 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 837 at Boeing’s St. Louis facilities are scheduled to vote on a revised contract offer…
U.S. Census Bureau releases new business trends data covering multiple sectors
The U.S. Census Bureau has released new data from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS), which measures business conditions and projections across the country.
AFL-CIO president visits Atlanta in support of Delta workers’ union campaign
National AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler visited Atlanta as part of the AFL-CIO’s “Better In A Union” bus tour, meeting with union leaders and Delta Air Lines employees to support their…
IAM Rail Division voices concern over Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union Rail Division has issued a statement regarding Union Pacific’s proposed $85 billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern.