AwardsOctober 2026
Local 4 Emmy Awards Recap
IBEW Local 4 members claimed plenty of hardware at the NATAS Mid-American Emmy Awards, held at the Overland Park (KS) Convention Center on October 24.
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CommunityOctober 2026
IBEW Local 4 Hosts Successful Golf Tournament at St. Louis Forest Park
On Saturday, October 24th, IBEW Local 4 held its annual golf tournament at the St. Louis Forest Park Golf Course. Fourteen teams competed in a scramble format, with Team Sharp taking the championship at 9 under par. Theresa Dunn earned longest drive honors, and Steve Burkhardt took closest to the hole. The day wrapped up with a dinner and reception celebrating the camaraderie and sportsmanship of Local 4 members. The event also raised $500, which was donated to BackStoppers in support of the families of fallen first responders.
RecognitionSeptember 2026
KTVI Fox 2 Digital Team Recognized and Represented by IBEW Local 4
The digital team at KTVI Fox 2 is now officially recognized and represented by IBEW Local 4. Negotiations are set to begin in late September as the union works to secure a first contract for these members.
Labor ActionAugust 2026
IBEW Local 4 Members Picket KSDK Over Unfair Labor Practices
IBEW Local 4 members took to the streets outside KSDK-TV this week, picketing the station over what the union describes as unfair labor practices during ongoing contract negotiations. Members carried signs and chanted outside the Tegna-owned NBC affiliate, drawing attention to stalled talks and management's refusal to bargain in good faith. Local 4 Business Manager Michael Pendergast called the action a necessary step. "Our members have been patient, but patience has limits," he said. "We're here to make sure management knows we're serious about a fair contract." Negotiations are expected to resume later this month.
ContractJuly 2026
Local 4 Ratifies New Three-Year Agreement with KMOV
IBEW Local 4 members at KMOV have voted to ratify a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Nexstar-owned CBS affiliate. The contract includes wage increases, improved health benefits, and enhanced job security provisions. "This is a strong contract that reflects the value our members bring to KMOV every day," said Business Manager Michael Pendergast. The agreement covers camera operators, editors, and technical staff at the station.
National
National IBEW News
ibew.orgNationalNovember 2026
IBEW Members Secure Landmark Agreement in Broadcast Sector
IBEW locals across the country have reached a landmark agreement with major broadcast networks, securing improved wages and working conditions for thousands of broadcast professionals.
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IBEW Continues Push for Stronger Protections in the Digital Age
As streaming and digital platforms reshape the broadcast landscape, IBEW is leading negotiations to ensure members are protected as the industry evolves.
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