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Westrock Workers Join Teamsters 856

October 30, 2023

On Thursday, 110 WestRock workers in Salinas, Calif., voted overwhelmingly, 88-3, for representation with Teamsters Local 856, joining a growing national movement of workers in the printing industry seeking strong union representation. 

TEAMSTERS TO DMV: TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE

October 24, 2023

Step in the Right Direction Not a Substitute for Human Operators (SAN FRANCISCO) – The following is a statement from Peter Finn, Teamsters Western Region International Vice President and Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 856, regarding the California Dept. of Motor Vehicles’ decision to suspend the autonomous vehicle company Cruise’s license to operate in the CityRead More >

Thanksgiving Meetings

October 24, 2023

We’re happy to announce that Teamsters Local 856 will once again continue one of our most treasured traditions, dating back to the early days of our Local. Please join us at our upcoming Thanksgiving Meetings in Millbrae and Rancho Cordova. Westin SFO Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023 Location: Westin SFO Time: 6:00 pm We’re collectingRead More >