Employment
Spotlight PA
Stress, delays, and confusion still plague jobless in Pa., and January brought little relief
Pandemic unemployment benefits are a lifeline for over 400,000 in Pa. who don’t qualify for traditional unemployment. But payments stalled this year and people are struggling.
4 years ago
Delays and glitches with latest stimulus have slowed relief to Pa.’s unemployed
Some problems stem from a lag between when the first pandemic stimulus funds expired and the time it took to get the second relief package up and running.
4 years ago
Billy Penn
Pa. unemployment update: How gig workers can file for benefits and get the extra $300
Known as PUA, the 11-week compensation program can be backdated to the beginning of January.
4 years ago
In first days, Biden flashes action as deep problems loom
The coronavirus pandemic surges, the economy teeters and Republicans in Congress have signaled objections to many of Biden’s plans.
4 years ago
Philly teachers union wants all staff vaccinated before students return to school
In a letter obtained by WHYY, the union president said it would be “foolish” to reopen schools before all staff are vaccinated.
4 years ago