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News Article | January 16, 2025

2024 Ballot Measures: Wins for the Working Class

During the 2024 General Election, voters weighed in on more than just candidates; in many states, they also voted on state-specific ballot measures that mattered most to them as individuals, such as increasing the minimum wage, preserving public education, protecting reproductive rights, and the rig...

News Article | January 16, 2025

USPS Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Report Highlights Need for Adaptation, Expanded Services

Volume Down, Revenue Up. The financial results of the Postal Service for the 2024 fiscal year have been announced, and the results may surprise you. While USPS remains a trusted public service, it must continue to adapt to changes in the mail mix to remain competitive. Read more:

News Article | January 15, 2025

Preparing for Retirement

Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor urges postal workers, whether you’re 5, 10, or 30 years from retirement, to prepare by attending retirement planning seminars hosted by the APWU Retirees Department and staying abreast of relevant legislation.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Progress Is A Must In This New Year

Human Relations Director Daleo Freeman outlines goals for the department in 2025, including to continue trainings for locals and states, and to utilize Regional Resource Assistants to better assist locals and states with their issues.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Understanding the Pregnancy Discrimination Act

 Research & Education Director Joyce B. Robinson shares important information on the Pregnancy Discrimination Act from the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and explains what to do if you feel you are a victim of pregnancy discrimination in the workplace.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Organizing for the Year Ahead

Organizing Director Anna Smith shares tips on how to make union organizing a part of your new year’s resolutions.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Moving Forward in 2025

Leg/Pol Director Judy Beard noted that while the 2024 elections brought change, we also saw wins on the state level. 

News Article | January 15, 2025

Updates on Scanner, Geotab Device Notifications

MVS Director Michael Foster provides updates on the Postal Vehicle Service Scanners and the new Geotab GPS units for Postal Service vehicles.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Unsung Heroes

Support Services Director Arrion Brown highlights the hard work of the Support Services Division during peak workload periods throughout the year.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Postal Service Implements Eagle Clean (e4776) Pilot

Maintenance Craft Director Idowu Balogun discusses the Eagle Clean (e4776) scanner pilot program and introduces the new Maintenance Division Central Region National Business Agent ‘C’ Stephanie Logan who took office after Curtis Walker’s retirement.

News Article | January 15, 2025

Updated Function Four Operation Numbers

“Clerks should ensure that they are on the correct workhour operation. Standby codes are NOT work hours.” - Clerk Craft Director Lamont Brooks

Event | January 15, 2025

Illinois Postal Workers Union Champaign Education Seminar

llinois Postal Workers Union in conjunction with the University of Illinois at Champaign, IL., will be hosting an Education Seminar.  The dates are January 15th, 2025, through January 18th, 2025.  For information please contact Clare Brook, Executive Vice-President,  at clarebrook18@gmail.com, or Ge...

PDF Resource | January 14, 2025

USPS Report: PSE Compliance Report Pay Period 01 – December 27, 2024

News Article | January 14, 2025

Maintenance PTR Payment Distribution Is on the Way

BREAKING NEWS: Your share of the PTR payment distribution is on the way

News Article | January 14, 2025

Preventing Injuries While Lifting Objects on the Workroom Floor

The Industrial Relations Department shares proper lifting techniques to avoid injury when moving heavy parcels and sacks: