Comptroller Scanlon Proposes Bill to Fight Wage Theft

https://ctmirror.org/2025/01/27/wage-theft-bill/

New legislation aims to strengthen enforcement against wage theft and increase penalties for violators in Connecticut | source: ctmirror.org

Steelpointe Subs Penalized by State for Labor Violations

https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/steelpointe-bridgeport-labor-20011027.php

Subcontractors at Bridgeport's Steelpointe development face penalties for wage violations and worker misclassification | source: ctpost.com

Members Install High-Speed Internet for Remote Populations

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2501/250121_Alaska_Members

IBEW members work to bridge the digital divide by installing critical high-speed internet infrastructure in remote Alaskan communities, improving connectivity and access to essential services. | source: ibew.org

Chinese Bot Shakes AI Industry

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0qw7z2v1pgo

New AI development raises questions about automation and workforce impacts, with potential implications for skilled labor and industrial applications. | source: bbc.com

Quote, Light at End of Tunnel Leads Apprentice to White House

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2501/250121_Cleveland

IBEW apprentice shares inspiring journey from training program to White House recognition, highlighting the success of union apprenticeship programs in creating career opportunities. | source: ibew.org

FEMA: Future Conditions

https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/future-conditions

FEMA outlines new strategies for addressing evolving climate challenges and preparing communities for future environmental conditions. Key focus on infrastructure resilience and adaptive planning measures. | source: fema.gov

Member, Wife Put People Over Profit

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2501/251021_Member_Wife_Feed

IBEW member and spouse launch community initiative supporting local families in need, demonstrating union values through direct community service and support programs. | source: ibew.org

Gastelumendi: US Retreat on Climate Comes with Steep Costs

https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/new-atlanticist/americans-will-pay-the-price-for-trumps-withdrawal-from-the-paris-agreement/

Analysis of economic and environmental implications of U.S. climate policy changes, highlighting potential impacts on infrastructure development and energy sector jobs. | source: atlanticcouncil.org

Local Joins Bipartisan Working Families Agenda

https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/01/23/lawmakers-offer-working-families-agenda-as-answer-to-nebraska-culture-war-bills/

Nebraska IBEW local partners with lawmakers to support legislation benefiting working families, focusing on wage protection, healthcare access, and job security measures. | source: nebraskaexaminer.com

The Search for Lessons

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/us/politics/trump-martin-luther-king.html

An in-depth analysis of how Dr. King's teachings on social justice, economic equality, and peaceful protest continue to influence modern political movements. The article examines current civil rights challenges and how different groups interpret and apply Dr. King's philosophy to contemporary issues. Source: The New York Times