Panelists discussed the latest in safety for coronavirus, mental health and changing technology.

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State government and workforce leaders will speak at a construction apprenticeship events across Wisconsin for National Apprenticeship Week.

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A federal appeals court panel has upheld Wisconsin's right-to-work law.

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A newly formed American Legion post is making much of a recent study predicting that Wisconsin's recent changes to its prevailing-wage laws will prove especially harmful to veterans.

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A lack of experience operating heavy equipment will no longer serve as a barricade for those interested in a career in the trades, at least if a new charter school has anything to do with it.

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In Wisconsin, summer is construction season, and winter is training season. But with an expanded training center near Coloma, operating engineers will be able to hone their skills no matter the weather.

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Local carpentry organizations in Wisconsin are putting a spotlight on the profession with a pile driving training session, as well as an open house that will take place at the end of May.

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In saying the Wisconsin Legislature must take up right-to-work legislation next year, the state Senate's majority leader Thursday brought up the possibility of exemptions meant to preserve construction unions’ role in training workers.

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The National Labor Relations Board investigates complaints against employers or union chapters accused of violating the National Labor Relations Act. The board has not yet issued decisions on these complaints.

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The construction industry covers a broad swath of the economy, with hundreds of specialties in residential, commercial and building material supply.

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