IBEW Local 488 Features

When it comes to Electrical Work, cutting corners can cost you!

Join Barbara and the CT Building Trades for a Day of Action on November 1st

Brothers and Sisters of IBEW Local 488! Talk is cheap. Real support is shown through action. Norwalk Mayoral candidate Barbara Smyth has always stood with labor, and now it's our turn to stand with her. We need boots on the ground to secure a victory for working families in Norwalk. A win for Barbara is a win for strong Project Labor Agreements (PLAs), local jobs, and prevailing wages.... more ...

Industry and IBEW News

Sec-Treas Noble: Let's Talk Mental Health

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/lets-talk-mental-health/?ref=ew

IBEW Secretary-Treasurer Paul Noble discusses the importance of open conversations about mental health in the workplace. The article outlines union resources available to members, including counseling services and support programs, while encouraging members to seek help when needed without fear of stigma or job consequences.

The 101-Year-Old World War II Vet Who Helped Found A Local

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/the-101-year-old-world-war-ii-veteran-who-helped-found-a-michigan-local/?ref=ew

A profile of a remarkable 101-year-old World War II veteran who played a crucial role in founding an IBEW local union in Michigan. The story chronicles his military service, transition to electrical work, and decades of union leadership, highlighting the enduring connection between veterans and the electrical industry.

'We Had A Job' To Do: Humble Vet, 100, Recalls D-Day 81 Years Later

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/06/06/d-day-81st-anniversary-world-war-ii/83992686007/

On the 81st anniversary of D-Day, a 100-year-old World War II veteran reflects on his experiences during the historic invasion. The humble veteran shares his memories of the pivotal moment in history, emphasizing the duty and teamwork that defined his generation's service to the country.

Administration Shutters Climate Studies (EW)

https://www.technologyreview.com/2025/06/02/1117653/the-trump-administration-has-shut-down-more-than-100-climate-studies/

The Trump administration has terminated over 100 climate research studies, impacting scientific understanding of environmental changes. Source: technologyreview.com

Hundreds of EPA Grants Cut, Leaving Cities on the Hook

https://grist.org/cities/trump-cuts-hundreds-of-epa-grants-leaving-cities-on-the-hook-for-climate-resiliency/

Federal cuts to EPA funding force municipalities to shoulder the financial burden of climate resilience projects independently. Source: grist.org