The labor movement in Iowa has a rich history of struggles, solidarity, and hard-won victories. Here are seven of the most notable events.
Iowa Worker's Almanac news briefs and layoffs for Feb. 26, 2026:
Brenntag Des Moines workers have been locked out of work by their employer. But what is a lockout—and how can you support workers right now?
Iowa’s meatpacking history is an essential part of the state’s overall story. Here’s why.
Working-class news you can use for Feb. 6, 2026:
The economy is great again? That's what US Rep. Ashley Hinson, running for US Senate, wrote in a Des Moines Register opinion piece this week in advance of President Donald Trump's speech where he tried saying the same thing while he was in Clive Tuesday.
We knew this Southeast Iowa factory was closing. Now we know when layoffs are happening—and how many workers will be affected. (Watch this story on YouTube.) This week, Case New Holland filed...
Worker-focused news from the Jan. 22 edition of the Iowa Worker's Almanac: $15 minimum wage on the table: Iowa House Democrats unveiled a sweeping agenda last week that includes raising Iowa’s...
Iowa Worker's Almanac layoffs and news briefs for Jan. 15, 2026:
Iowa House Democrats say they will focus on affordability in the upcoming legislative session, with plans for lowering property taxes, helping young Iowans buy their first homes, raising the minimum wage, and supporting the state's workers.
