Council News

C-STOP, a stop-smoking study, is being conducted by the University of Chicago. Participants are being sought to enroll in this study project.

Many people think unions are no longer necessary, but recent discoveries of wage theft among low-wage workers indicate that many of the issues that triggered union formation in the 19th century are still valid issues.

The $64 price saves you $136 on this premium Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Overton’s 400 and includes a fan zone pit pass and free parking. Click on the headline for tickets or call 815-722-5500 and use union code: CLSUNION18

Chicago Sister Carpenters attended the Coalition of Labor Union Women's Award Dinner on March 15, 2018.

Elk Grove Village: Carpenters Union Offers Paid Apprenticeship Program: ‘It’s a lifestyle’ – Students in the union’s paid, four-year apprenticeship program can become certified and trained in a range of carpentry skills. They receive assistance in finding employment during the apprenticeship, and attend training classes for one week every 90 days.

2018 Primary Election Endorsements from the Regional Council

Chicago Regional Council: My Trade, My Story – Kaleb Minnix (Video) – Learn from Millwright Local 1051's Kaleb Minnix about a career in the building trades and the skills needed to succeed.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvzU-_stpHo&sns=em

Carpenters' retiree John Wicklund is now enjoying the fruits of his years of gratifying labor, traveling the country.

The Carpenter's Forum Winter Edition is now online!

The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Chicago Wolves Hockey Night Is Sat., April 14, 7:00 p.m. vs. The Rockford Icehogs at the Allstate Arena. – Buy ticket and receive a free Chicago Wolves hat.