What Americans think about labor unions and their effects

Labor unions are popular among Americans — especially for occupations such as firefighters, nurses, and construction workers, a new survey finds. Even the most unpopular form of union in the poll — a union of university instructors — is viewed more favorably than unfavorably. While some believe that unions result in more frequent strikes and higher … Read more

Mail carrier killed in accident on the route in Mississippi was an RCA

GRENADA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Mississippi woman was killed during a two-vehicle crash in Grenada County. Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said the crash occurred on Highway 7 just after 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 7. According to MHP, a 2002 Toyota Sequoia was traveling north on the highway when the vehicle … Read more

Mail by hearse: Pender County postal carrier explains her morbid ride

ROCKY POINT, NC (WWAY) — On most days, you’ll find Jennifer Chesson cruising Pender County in a 2003 Cadillac hearse.   No, she’s not a funeral director, and she’s not making deliveries to the departed. She’s actually hauling mail.  “I’ll be at mailboxes, and then cars will start going slow past me and then I’ll look … Read more

U.S. Postal Service Proposes Temporary Rate Changes for 2024 Holiday Shipping Season

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service filed notice today with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) regarding a temporary price change for some package services for the 2024 peak holiday season. This temporary price adjustment is to help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season. The planned peak-season pricing, which was approved by … Read more

Your 2024-2025 NRLCA National Board

Your 2024-2025 NRLCA National Board: President Don Maston Vice President Patrick Pitts Secretary-Treasurer Tommy Turner Director of Labor Relations John Adams Director of Steward Operations Nicky Phillips Executive Committee Chair Jeanette Dwyer Executive Committeeman Michael Merola Executive Committeeman Kirby Ricketts Executive Committeeman Bethany Small

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U.S. Postal Service employees rally in Reno, Nev. for better protections

Since 2020, there have been over 2,000 reported cases of assaults, robberies and even murders against mail carriers across the country. On Monday, mail carriers from across the country gathered in downtown Reno to raise awareness about the harms that these essential workers face daily. Around 150 people rallied at the Believe sign in support … Read more