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Black women professionals form support networks as employment falls — Static01.nyt.com

Black women professionals form support networks as employment falls

Black female professionals have seen a steep drop in employment over the last year and are turning to one another for support and job help. In September, consultant Nneka Obiekwe started a WhatsApp group called Black Women Rising; more than 500 people joined within 24 hours and the group later

Multiple states and cities raise minimum wages to $15 or higher — Static01.nyt.com

Multiple states and cities raise minimum wages to $15 or higher

Millions of workers will see higher pay this month as 19 states and 49 cities and counties increase their minimum wage floors to at least $15 an hour for some or all employees, the New York Times reports. According to the National Employment Law Project, 88 states, counties and cities