unions

Speaking to union members on Wednesday, U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm says Michigan stands to greatly benefit from the expansion of manufacturing taking place in the green industry. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved a new collective bargaining agreement with its AFSCME unions this week, but not without some late drama. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The cafe is closing its doors on June 23rd after missing the deadline to renew their lease. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.

The union voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike as bargaining continues. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.

Representatives from 12 UM organizations discuss contract priorities. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.

The downtown Ann Arbor Starbucks location that received national attention over a unionizing effort has announced it is closing. After nearly two decades in business, October 28th will be the last day for the store at the corner of Liberty and Main Street. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.

A contract extension between Eastern Michigan University and the union representing the school’s full-and-part-time lecturers has been agreed upon. The contract was set to expire Friday at midnight. WEMU's Josh Hakala reports.

Out-of-state teachers can now have their certifications recognized in Michigan. Colin Jackson has more.

The state House Labor Committee adopted bills Thursday to restore some teacher union bargaining power in contract negotiations. We have more from Rick Pluta.

The state House Elections Committee approved legislation Tuesday that would lift a ban on the use of payroll deductions for donations to union political action committees. Rick Pluta reports.