The United Mine Workers of America has a new president, the first in three decades. Brian Sanson was sworn in late last month, and he takes office at a crucial time for the coal industry and its ...

(The Conversation) — The retirement of United Mine Workers of America’s longtime president is a reminder that labor and religion have always been entangled in coal country. (The Conversation) — In ...

West Virginia’s treasurer has joined House Democrats in calling for a special legislative session to alleivateRepublican State Treasurer Larry Pack has asked l Man accused of firing shots during ...

The United Mine Workers of America, or UMWA, had its roots in the Pottsville area. Indeed, some of the earliest labor unions in the country were formed in the region’s coal fields. It might be argued ...

MATEWAN, W.Va. — The West Virginia Mine Wars Museum hosted its 2025 Camp Solidarity over the weekend, highlighted by a keynote address by Cecil Roberts, president of the United Mine Workers of America ...

In October 2025, Cecil Roberts will officially retire from his role as president of the United Mine Workers of America. A sixth-generation coal miner, he has led the union for 30 years. Only one man ...

Richard J. Callahan Jr. In October 2025, Cecil Roberts will officially retire from his role as president of the United Mine Workers of America. A sixth-generation coal miner, he has led the union for ...