Unions Archives - Santa Barbara News-Press

A diverse group of people celebrating a union victory indoors, with signs that read "WE WON OUR UNION" and "ONE UNION". Many are raising their fists in solidarity.

After years-long battle, California rideshare drivers win certification. Can they win a contract?

by Mark Kreidler • Capital & Main August 16, 2026August 16, 2026

KEYT news crews to strike in escalating labor dispute, on eve of Old Spanish Days Fiesta

by Tom Schultz • Santa Barbara News-Press August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

A sign outside a county office building reads, "County of Santa Barbara Health."

Layoffs and pharmacy closures loom as Santa Barbara County weighs budget shortfalls

by Tom Schultz • Santa Barbara News-Press May 10, 2026May 13, 2026

Unionized workers wearing T-shirts and carrying signs stand on steps of Santa Barbara City Hall

KEYT-TV’s union workers say their near-minimum wage base pay isn’t enough

by Chris Woodyard • Santa Barbara News-Press January 17, 2026May 7, 2026