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Producers Set to vote on IBEW

https://nwlaborpress.org/2026/02/kgw-producers-vote-on-whether-to-join-ibew-local-48/

KGW television producers are preparing to vote on whether to join IBEW Local 48. The unionization effort reflects growing interest among media production workers in securing collective bargaining rights and workplace protections.
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Raises Approved in New IBEW Deal

https://www.gridleyherald.com/2026/02/04/562520/gridley-approves-raises-in-new-ibew-deal

Gridley city officials have approved wage increases as part of a new contract agreement with IBEW union members. The deal includes raises for electrical workers and represents progress in ongoing labor negotiations.
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Member Breaks Down Barriers, Brings Others With Her (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/philadelphia-member-breaks-down-barriers/?ref=ew

A profile highlighting a union member's leadership and advocacy, focusing on mentorship, inclusion, and expanding access to skilled electrical careers.
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The Great Power Up: Navigating America's Surging Demand for Electricity

https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-great-power-up-navigating-america-s-4741864/

An analysis of the legal, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges created by rapidly increasing electricity demand across the United States.
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These Places Are Likely to Have Electric Grid Problems

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/these-places-are-likely-to-have-electric-grid-problems/ar-AA1W3KQo?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds

A report identifying regions most at risk for electric grid strain, examining aging infrastructure, extreme weather, and rising energy consumption.
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