Colorado and the rail labor movement have lost a respected leader whose influence extended across decades and generations of union members. Read on to remember Brother Jack Shaver.
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— Jun 1
Registration is now open for the 2026 Baltimore Regional Training Seminar (RTS). This is your last chance to attend an RTS in 2026, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and add to SMART-TD’s growing momentum. Register today!
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— May 29
Brother John Lynch, Local 1494 (Chicago, IL), retires after 32 years of railroad service and decades of union leadership, leaving a lasting legacy of mentorship, integrity, and dedication. Read on for more about his remarkable career.
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— May 28
Iranian cyberattacks against America’s transportation systems are no longer hypothetical, and growing automation is increasing the risk to critical infrastructure, supply chains, and public safety. Read on to see why transportation workers remain America’s strongest defense and how LACMTA was just the canary in the mineshaft.
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— May 27
Brother Richard “Richie” Hazlewood (Local 771, Needles, Calif.), an engineer for BNSF and UTU/SMART-TD member for over 30 years, was killed in a motorcycle accident on May 21, 2026. Read on to hear how his union family is remembering their larger-than-life union brother and the impact that he left on those who knew him best.
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— May 27
