Entries by Victoria Stahl

Sky Cafe Workers File Wage Theft Complaints

Since Sky Café took over the American Airlines food service contract at Sky Harbor in Phoenix, AZ, at least six workers allege they were not paid for all hours worked. As a result, six wage theft complaints have been filed with the Industrial Commission of Arizona. An additional complaint has been filed with the Arizona […]

Protecting Housing for Working People, NOT Corporations!

Our union mobilized to LA City Hall over Airbnbs attempt to further convert our housing into hotels through the proposed Vacation Rentals Ordinance. Back in 2018, our union helped defeat this proposal—but they’re trying again through their so-called “SOS” campaign. We need to stay organized and keep fighting to protect housing for our families, not […]

Aramark Workers at Arizona State University Host ‘Welcome Back” Picket for Students

As students return to campus for the spring semester, food service workers employed by Aramark at Arizona State University held a ‘Welcome Back’ picket at ASU’s Tempe campus to demand a fair contract, safe staffing levels, and respect on the job. The escalation came after ASU dining hall workers overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike, […]

Universal Studios Toy Distribution

We shared some holiday joy with Universal Studios workers who received toys that were provided by Labor Community Services Los Angeles.

Stronger with Local 11 Health Fund!

As healthcare subsidies are expected to end this month, now more than ever it is important that we have the Unite Here Health Fund. For years we have fought to expand coverage in our contracts, and we will continue to fight for more. One of the amazing new benefits available to members is the Dental […]

Posada for Working Families & Community Housing

Santa Monica leaders, workers, and community members gathered for a seasonal posada to advocate for below-market housing on Santa Monica Airport land. The event highlighted how Santa Monica can lead in developing housing as the region gets ready to host the Olympic & Paralympic Games, with the Fair Games coalition having called for the need […]

Aramark at Arizona State: WE WANT A CONTRACT!

Food service workers employed by Aramark at ASU and the Phoenix Convention Center picketed at the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus to demand respect, better staffing, and a fair contract. ASU workers voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike on Nov 17.

We Stand with Sen. Mark Kelly!

Arizona Senator, Mark Kelly has always stood up for everyday Arizonans, and now he is standing up against authoritarianism. We are always proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with him, and our allies a Worker Power!

From Food Bank to Table: Recipes from the HTA Kitchen

Our partners at the Hospitality Training Academy have launched a new video series where HTA chefs demonstrate creative, easy-to-follow recipes using shelf-stable items, canned goods, fresh produce, and other ingredients commonly found at food banks or pantries. Click here to watch HTA From Food Bank to Table videos below to learn how HTA chefs turn everyday […]