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"Union electricians belong to a local chapter of a national or international union. And union members can receive pensions if they meet the union's eligibility requirements." #IBEW www.msn.com/en-us/money/...

Calling all #IBEW veterans. Get your free challenge coin today: bit.ly/3X6opqB

Don't just play dress up. Find out how you can become an #IBEW electrician. www.ibewyes.org

Letters: We need the Illinois General Assembly to take action on mass transit now I know how much our region depends on public transit — and how much is at stake if we let it fail.

"Transit workers and riders deserve stability. That’s why I’m calling on the Regional Transportation Authority and Illinois lawmakers to pass comprehensive transit reform that includes both revenue and reform." - Leo Wong, #IBEW Local 9 www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/29/l...

No Guarantee Mayor Young’s initiative to nullify union agreements is a mistake.

"I encourage Memphis Mayor Paul Young and others in city government to act to protect good jobs, honor their commitments, and embrace this city’s rich history of organized labor." - #IBEW 10th District. Vice Pres. Brent Hall bit.ly/4nwCmc1

Student-Led Robotics Initiative Takes Off With Help From Alaska Local The IBEW has always been about more than just wages and benefits. It’s also about supporting the communities where its members live and work.

The #IBEW has always been about more than just wages and benefits, but supporting our communities. IBEW Local 1547 is taking that commitment to a new level with its support of the Lynx Initiative, a student-run robotics program. bit.ly/48KObI6

IBEW 494 Museum Visitors Marvel at 1890s Dynamo A year ago this October, a rare relic from America’s industrial past came to rest at the IBEW 494 History Museum in Milwaukee.

A year ago, a rare relic from America’s industrial past came to rest at the #IBEW Local 494 History Museum in Milwaukee. Since then, the fully restored Mather Dynamo—a steam-powered DC generator manufactured in the late 1800s—has attracted lots of attention. bit.ly/4oE4YkK

“It is time for those in power to finally do what is right: reopen the government now. Pay every worker the wages they are owed. Show the world that America still honors its workers and still honors its word.” - #IBEW Pres. Kenny Cooper bit.ly/3Wi1SH7

#IBEW Grandpa, dad, son on same crew at massive Kansas plant bit.ly/4hmrCM9

Growing industry crisis addressed during mental health summit NECA's Oregon-Columbia chapter and IBEW Local 48 recently co-hosted a summit in an urgent call to action for labor, management and community partners to unite in confronting the growing mental health ...

"Garth Bachman, business manager for #IBEW Local 48, noted that mental health is a safety issue just like any other on the jobsite." djcoregon.com/news/2025/10...

At a rodeo, linemen race amid spiking power demand As demand for linemen to install and maintain the country’s electrical wires has grown, so has the popularity of the International Lineman’s Rodeo.

"Power companies are racing to keep up with growing energy demand prompted by grid modernization and the AI boom, putting linemen in high demand." www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/...

House Bill Would Expand Overtime Tax Cut to Rail Workers A new IBEW-backed bill would bring the “no tax on overtime” legislation enacted earlier this year to more workers, including railroaders, union building trades workers and firefighters. “This bill hon...

A new IBEW-backed bill would bring the “no tax on overtime” legislation enacted earlier this year to more workers, including railroaders, union building trades workers and firefighters. bit.ly/3WL3Ob9

Record Breaking Growth On the latest episode of the IBEW Podcast we sit down with Fourth District International Vice President Austin Keyser, and talk about the IBEW's record breaking membership growth.

On the latest episode of the IBEW Podcast we sit down with Fourth District International Vice President Austin Keyser, and talk about the IBEW's record breaking membership growth. Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast platform.
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Minnesota Local Powers Massive New Mining Site One of the largest taconite mines in Minnesota’s Iron Range — and the first to use a new sustainable technology — is nearing completion, and Hibbing Local 294 members are powering it all.

One of the largest taconite mines in Minnesota’s Iron Range — and the first to use a new sustainable technology — is nearing completion, and #IBEW Local 294 members are powering it all. bit.ly/495tgzv

Buried at Sea: White House Attacks on Renewables Are Killing IBEW Jobs The Trump administration is escalating its attacks on major renewable energy projects and the thousands of union jobs that power them, just as the grid faces historic strains from ballooning demand.

The Trump administration is escalating its attacks on energy jobs, just as the grid faces historic strains from ballooning demand. bit.ly/42DUgST

Openness, Passion Helped This N.C. Member Evolve Into a Leader Melissa Reyes’ journey to become a dynamic voice for working people in the Carolinas has been anything but conventional. But the member of Charlotte, N.C., Local 379 — who recently led a massive IBEW ...

Charlotte, N.C., Local 379’s Melissa Reyes led the IBEW’s multiyear effort to unionize more than 600 workers at a Westinghouse nuclear fuel assembly plant in South Carolina. Here's her story. bit.ly/3J5mbV0

Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of International Secretary-Treasurer Emeritus Jerry O'Connor, who passed away in September. Thank you brother for your lifetime of service to the IBEW. bit.ly/46OtXuc

How One Boston Member Is Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma About a year and a half ago, Jay Frasier had a breakdown. In less than two weeks, his union, Boston Local 103, had lost three members.

“It’s about giving our members tools for living, and alternative ways to deal with stress. It’s a scary time. People are on edge. If you don’t have a way to release, it builds up, and some people don’t have all the tools they need.” Jay Frasier, #IBEW Local 103 bit.ly/472Vngf

"By canceling projects and locking out IBEW members in the private and public sector, the President is sending a message that their paychecks, their families, and their communities do not matter." #IBEW Int. Pres. Kenny Cooper bit.ly/47bao0y

Show us your best. Deadline for the 2025 #IBEW Photo Contest is Oct. 31 so enter today! bit.ly/3KzjBqP

War on Wind Power Two months ago in this space, I called the Republicans’ budget bill “The Great Betrayal” of working people.

"I have no special attachment to wind power. I have an attachment to IBEW jobs." #IBEW Pres. Kenny Cooper bit.ly/3VJbXwv

During the month of October, union members who switch to the AT&T Unlimited Premium® PL plan will receive an extra $100 in bill credits per line, in addition to their union benefits of up to $50 in waived activation fees. Learn more here: bit.ly/4nUZRfx

A nonunion contractor didn't know what they started when they posted up a picture of #IBEW Local 993 organizer Brian Andrews, warning him to keep out. bit.ly/42OqHxQ

September is Suicide Prevention Month. If you're struggling, it's ok to reach out. #SuicidePreventionMonth

#IBEW sisters turned out in a big way for #TWBN2025, the biggest gathering of tradeswomen in the world. Solidarity, excellence, and power on display!

How to Help Electrical Workers Without Borders As Electrical Workers Without Borders North America continues bringing power to homes in the Navajo Nation, there is one vitally important way for IBEW members and friends to participate. Send cash. “...

As Electrical Workers Without Borders North America continues bringing power to homes in the Navajo Nation, there is one crucial way for #IBEW members to participate. Send cash. bit.ly/42BLoNm

Today we salute the tradesmen and tradeswomen who build America and Canada and the brothers and sisters of the #IBEW.

Baltimore-area high school teens learn trades as an alternative to college More than 1,100 Baltimore-area high schoolers filled the parking lot of M&T Bank Stadium on Wednesday, donning high-visibility T-shirts, grabbing safety glasses and filling the air with the clicking s...

"This year, IBEW Local 24's apprenticeship program broke records with about 250 first-year apprentices. Apprentices at all levels numbered around 500 to 600." www.yahoo.com/news/article...

Labor Movement Applauds Senate Introduction of Protect America’s Workforce Act | AFL-CIO The AFL-CIO and affiliated unions representing federal workers applauded the introduction of the Protect America’s Workforce Act in the U.S. Senate today. The legislation would reverse two executive o...

We applaud the introduction of the bipartisan Protect America’s Workforce Act in the Senate by @markwarner.bsky.social, Senator Chris Van Hollen and @schumer.senate.gov.

The labor movement stands united behind this bill to stop the assault on the workers who keep our country running.

Offshore wind: powering the central coast’s future - Capitol Weekly OPINION – Following BOEM’s announcement canceling future offshore wind leases across the U.S., it’s important to remember that California still holds existing leases, including the wind area off the C...

"As an #IBEW electrician, it’s clear to me that offshore wind is essential for our region’s future" - IBEW 639 Business Manager Mark Simonin capitolweekly.net/offshore-win...