As pandemic benefits end, unemployment for Black workers is on the rise
Later in the show: a working mom’s experience with the hot rental market, how the labor shortage impacts school lunches and a look at two dueling lobster shacks.
A woman walks past the an employment services center in Washington, D.C., in July 2020. In the most recent unemployment report, Black workers were the only racial or ethnic group to see unemployment rise.
Unemployment rate for Black workers going the wrong way as benefits expire
by Meghan McCarty Carino
Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images
Black workers were the only racial or ethnic group for whom unemployment rose in the most recent monthly data — to nearly 9%.
Rural vaccinations rise but still lag behind cities
by Amanda Peacher
Spencer Platt via Getty Images
An uptick in vaccination rates in the rural United States corresponds with rising COVID-19 infections and a slimming number of ICU beds.
School cafeterias are looking for workers, too
by Rebecca Klein
George Frey/AFP via Getty Images
Schools are struggling to find workers to serve children, and they are receiving fewer menu items from distributors and manufacturers.
Searching for a rental as prices rise … and rise
by Maria Hollenhorst
Spencer Platt via Getty Images
In Spokane, Washington’s hot rental market, finding an affordable home is “like a full time job” said Spokane Valley resident Kali Capps.
Customers line up for lobster rolls despite record prices
by Shannon Mullen
(Shannon Mullen)
At one Maine lobster shack, waiting in line is part of the experience for its customers.
When Bansky enjoys a "spray-cation"
Like many other Brits, graffiti artist Banksy has been enjoying summer staycation at the English seaside. A number of new works claimed by the artist have been cropping up in smaller towns. While the art is bringing in new tourists, preserving the works is a challenge for cash-strapped local councils.
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