An uncertain economic outlook and rising unemployment numbers are creating concerns for workers and businesses across North Florida.
- The latest federal jobs report shows warning signs for workers across the country and here in North Florida.
- A local economist breaks down what rising unemployment could mean for families and small businesses in the Big Bend.
- Watch the video below to learn more about the latest unemployment data.Rising unemployment reaches 4-year high as some North Florida workers face economic uncertainty
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
New data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show the national unemployment rate has climbed to 4.6% last month, the highest level in more than four years.
While the economy added about 64,000 jobs in November, job growth has slowed significantly over the past several months…