By the Numbers: A million new layoffs a week
Jobless claims crossed 1 million for the 20th straight week. source
ABC News Live Update: Thousands evacuate as vast wildfires ravage the West
Plus, with millions unemployed, tech companies are innovating the job hunt in 2020, and the Oscars’ new diversity and inclusion rules films must follow to be nominated for best picture.…
ABC News Live Update: Unrest after grand jury decision in Breonna Taylor’s case
Plus, Sen. Mitch McConnell responds to President Trump’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transition of power, and some seasonal jobs may help those unemployed by the pandemic this year.…
Congress passes 2nd COVID-19 relief bill, money before new year
The $900 billion COVID-19 relief package includes $600 for individuals making up to $75,000 per year. More than 885,000 Americans filed for unemployment last week. source
Broadway and the pandemic
Tony winner and chairman of the Actors Fund Brian Mitchell Stokes discusses the impact of the pandemic on Broadway and how the Actors Fund is helping those still out of…