Brownsville, where 80% of residents are Black, had an infection rate in May that was more than twice the New York City average.
About 75% of small businesses sought Paycheck Protection Program loans and about 72% of them got PPP loans, according to the Census Bureau.
“A lot of workers are saying no, I refuse to go back and put my health at risk and my family’s health at risk for $2, $3 or $4 an hour.”
Banks touch many sectors of the economy, that may be struggling — or thriving — during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Because…are the kids even going back to school this year?
College sports bring TV contracts, corporate donations and other income that could be lost this year due to COVID-19.
Social distancing guidelines and nervous customers are pushing business to change how they operate. Some of the changes may be permanent.
The price of lumber is at a 2½ year high, driven by a sawmill slowdown and more interest in home projects.
The problem is worse among households earning $50,000 a year or less.
A California woman has sued her employer, saying she was fired because of her child care responsibilities.
