Chicago Federation of Labor

In early March, the CFL honored Debra Simmons-Peterson and Carrie Hoza at its 2026 Women’s Celebration, awarding Simmons-Peterson with the Rosetta Daylie Award and Hoza with the Addie Wyatt Award!

This Women’s History Month, the CFL is highlighting the female trailblazers who shape Chicago’s labor movement, as well as those who are paving new pathways for women in labor. (1/2)

TODAY is the last day to register for the 2026 May Day 5k for the lowest price of the season! Join hundreds of runners, walkers and labor union supporters this April on the Lake Front Trail. To sign up and learn more visit chicagolabor.org/mayday5k

In response to the allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct against Cesar Chavez, CFL President Bob Reiter issued the following response:

Congratulations to the CFL-endorsed candidates who won their elections yesterday. Your wins are a testament to the power of working people standing together and turning out voters. It's time to get to work and deliver real results for Chicago’s working families. #unionstrong

Today is Election Day! 🗳️ All across Chicago, Labor was up early this morning supporting candidates that support them. Make your plan to vote today and check out the CFL’s full endorsement list below: chicagolabor.org/endorsements/ #ElectionDay #Solidarity #UnionStrong

Election Day is TOMORROW! 🗳️ Check out the Chicago Federation of Labor's full endorsement list to learn more and make your voting plans. ⬇️ chicagolabor.org/endorsements/

Great energy at the St. Patrick’s Day Parades! ☘️ Thank you to all our affiliate unions who showed up to march at our Archer Ave and Downtown Chicago locations. A great day celebrating culture and union solidarity in Chicago. ✊ #UnionStrong #solidarity #chicagolabor

Patients deserve safe care environments, and plans for facility expansions that don’t address worker concerns first puts care at risk. If @AdvocateHealthCare truly put patients first, it would respect these workers’ union vote and bargain in good faith. #AdvocateHealthCare

This week, @IATSE_Local_2 and @AFSCME31 members called voters in support of fellow union member Rep. @Jaime_Andrade40, who has a strong record of fighting for Illinois working families in the statehouse 🗳️

CHICAGO: The CFL and other unions will march on Saturday, March 28 at 11 a.m. from Prudential Plaza to Butler Field for the “No Kings” Rally. Join us in standing against the attacks on our communities and democracy. Link to register: mobilize.us/aflcio/event/9… #ChicagoLabor

As an SEIU Local 1 janitor, Kazimiera has been keeping Chicago’s 70 W. Madison clean, sanitized, & sparkling for the last 10 years. On this #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate immigrant women like Kazia whose strength, sacrifice and resilience inspire us all.

#ThrowbackThursday to March 2019 when the Chicago Symphony Orchestra went on strike over pension and salary concerns. Conductor Riccardo Muti joined his striking colleagues saying, “I am with the musicians.” Union members voted in late April 2019 to ratify their contract. #1u

“It’s an insult to riders and us as workers… We take pride in moving this city. We should be protected. The passengers should be protected.” — President Keith Hill, @atulocal241. When transit workers are safe, riders are too. news.wttw.com/2026/03/11/cta…

As the shutdown drags on, TSA officers across Chicagoland are showing up—without pay. AFGE Local 777 President Darrell English: “This will be the first full pay period they’re going to miss." Workers shouldn't have to choose between safety and family. news.wttw.com/2026/03/10/chi…

The Chicago Stars are hosting a Union Night on March 25th at 7pm. If you're a union member, follow the link to buy 50% off tickets to the match. Let's support our union sisters in women's sports and enjoy a great game! 👇👇⚽ ⚽ ow.ly/7ZsZ50YrrLH

Illinois' primary election is just one week away. Check out the Chicago Federation of Labor's full endorsement list and learn more about your early voting options ⬇️ chicagolabor.org/political-acti…

.@BLET, @SmartUnionWorks, @Local_126, and the CFL were out knocking doors on Chicago's Southwest side for Rep. @AaronOrtiz_IL and Patty Garcia ahead of the primary election on Tuesday, March 17!

Workers support Elizabeth Granato for Cook County Board! This weekend, members of @IBEW Local 134, @SmartUnionWorks Local 73, & @ATUComm Locals 241 & 308 knocked doors in Mayfair to talk about her record of delivering for working families. Thank you @liuna Local 6 for hosting!

It's #WomenInConstructionWeek. From the work in pre-apprenticeship programs like Chicago Women in Trades to tradeswomen advocacy days, Illinois is leading when it comes to making sure we are growing and retaining women in the trades. #1u #UnionStrong