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2026 Scholarship Information

IBEW Local 21 is now offering the 2026 Scholarship for members and their families. This is a great opportunity to help with the cost of college while supporting the next generation of union families. We encourage everyone who is eligible to apply. More details on how to apply and deadlines can be found at: https://www.ibew21.org/index.cfm?zone=/unionactive/view_article.

2026 Scholarship Information

IBEW Local 21 is now offering the 2026 Scholarship for members and their families. This is a great opportunity to help with the cost of college while supporting the next generation of union families. We encourage everyone who is eligible to apply. More details on how to apply and deadlines can be found Here IBEW Local 21 — supporting our families and our future.

Surplus Declared for Marketing Support Specialists in Springfield

Surplus Declared for Marketing Support Specialists in Springfield On April 16, 2026, AT&T notified the IBEW 21 of a surplus impacting 17 Marketing Support Specialists (MSS)and the closing of an office Center at 555 E Cook in Springfield, Illinois. Affected employees were notified the following day.

*Updated* Mourning the loss of a fellow member Joel Milici

IBEW Local 21 mourns the loss of our fellow member, Joel Milici. Joel worked for AT&T out of the Buffalo Grove location as a Business Service Technician. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and coworkers during this difficult time. Joel will be remembered for his dedication and the impact he made as a brother of Local 21.

Loss of fellow member Fransisco Vargas

Mourning the loss of a fellow member Rick Gessler

Mourning the loss of a retired fellow member Rick Gessler.

Urgent Notice for AT&T members currently enrolled in an HMO

AT&T Annual Enrollment for 2026

Annual Enrollment for benefits will begin at 7:00am on October 20, 2025 and run through 7:00pm on November 7, 2025. Enroll online at att.com/benefitscenter or by calling 877-722-0020. Click on the Benefits tab for more details.

Mourning the loss of a fellow member

IBEW local 21 is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of our brother Scott Szczesny. Scott worked at AT&T as a lineman out of the lake villa garage. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and co-workers. Services will be held at strang funeral home of Antioch Saturday 10/18/2025 1pm-6pm. https://www.strangfh.

June 6, 2025.At&t announced a surplus in IBEW 21.

June 6, 2025. At&t announced a surplus in IBEW 21. The announcement raised questions among employees regarding next steps and the potential impact on their roles. In an effort to address workforce imbalances and navigate the challenges posed by shifting operational demands, the Company has engaged in discussions with the Union to find mutually agreeable solutions.

Union Busting 101

Episode 1 - Fear	Episode 2 - The Union Buster
Episode 3 - Role of the Supervisor	Episode 4 - Knowledge is Power

April, May and June 2026 Union Meeting PDF information can be found here

Upcoming Events

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Unit 2 SLOVAK CLUB
May 12, 2026
SLOVAK CLUB 6920 BROADWAY, MERRILLVILLE, IN

May

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Unit 4 ELK’S CLUB
May 13, 2026
ELK’S CLUB 250 SE. FRONTAGE RD., JOLIET, IL

May

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Unit 1 GIDEON WELLES
May 14, 2026
GIDEON WELLES 4500 N LINCOLN AVE., CHICAGO, IL

May

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Unit 7 AMERICAN LEGION POST 365
May 18, 2026
AMERICAN LEGION POST 365 1022 VANDALIA ST, COLLINSVILLE IL

May

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Unit 6 IBEW LOCAL #193
May 19, 2026
IBEW LOCAL #193 3150 WIDE TRACK DR., SPRINGFIELD, IL

Yearly Union Meetings

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A listing for the next round of unit meetings is here.

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2026 Scholarship Information

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2026 Scholarship Information

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