Category: Front Page — TD
Transportation-oriented posts to appear on the front page of the main site and in news feeds.
New RRB Online Services Now Available
The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) is announcing two new online services that are now available for retired railroad workers. Read on for details about the RRB’s ongoing efforts to update and modernize its systems.
Sister Kim Collier Paves the Way Forward for Women in Wyoming
After more than three decades working as an engineer for Union Pacific, Sister Kim Collier (Local 1857, Green River, Wyo.) will be the first one to tell you that she’s pretty much seen and done it all. As Women’s History Month approaches its last full week, read on to learn more about her unexpected entry into the industry and why she believes that welcoming more female members starts with us.
Bad Order Tags Under Fire In Utah
The following addresses recent reports from Utah regarding managers allegedly removing bad-order tags on unsafe equipment. Read on to see what protections railroaders have and the steps to take to keep you and your coworkers safe.
Honoring Our Transit Members
Transit workers keep communities moving while representing our union with professionalism, resilience, and pride. Read on to see how their leadership and advocacy continue shaping safer workplaces and a stronger future for all.
Remembering Brother Neal Galloway: A Railroader’s Railroader
Local 662 (Richmond, Va.) is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Brother Neal Galloway, a dedicated CSX conductor remembered for his hard work, kindness, and respect earned across Virginia’s rail yards. Read on to learn more about his life and how you can help support his family.
St. Patrick’s Day: A Tradition of Workers
St. Patrick’s Day traditions in Chicago and Boston highlight deep ties between Irish heritage and the labor movement, honoring generations of workers who built both the railroads and unions. Read on to see how SMART-TD’s involvement in these celebrations continues that legacy today.
From Stuck in Traffic to Blazing the Trail: The Rise of AVP Markeisha Haynes
Alternate Vice President Markeisha Haynes has ascended the ranks of SMART-TD leadership while still working as a Bus Operator, ensuring that she stays connected to her members’ needs and fights for the changes that they want to see. As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, read on to learn more about her 20-year union journey, including what she considers her most significant accomplishment that came from simply trusting her gut.
LACMTA Operators Benefit from Year of Safety Wins
After leading groundbreaking Operator safety efforts in 2024, SMART-TD General Committee of Adjustment (GCA) 875 matched and exceed those achievements last year. This comes at a pivotal moment as assaults on transit Operators nationwide continue to increase. Read on to learn how GCA-875 is keeping safety at the forefront of its work.