Tag: unemployment
Unemployment is high. Why are businesses struggling to hire?
There are two distinct, and completely opposite, ways of looking at the American job market.
One would be to consult the data tables produced every...
Jobless claims decline as coronavirus cases ease
By Patricia Cohen, @nytimes
New claims for unemployment fell last week, the government reported Thursday, the latest sign that the labor market’s recovery, however slow...
California secures $4.5B for Lost Wages Assistance program
California recently applied for the federal Lost Wages Assistance program in hopes of helping those still unemployed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The state’s Employment...
Job training targets laid-off employees
Local residents who were laid off from jobs at Milgard Manufacturing, the Hollister School District and the County of San Benito may qualify for job training programs that are starting up at the county. The programs include an individual training account, on-the-job training, work experience and support services.
Updates: Jobless rate goes up in winter
In this installment of Updates, find out the latest on the local jobless rate, along with bullying prevention efforts and the new restrooms at the Mission.
