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California labor law meant to protect gig-economy workers under fire

The new year means the start of a new labor law in California meant to protect more than a million freelance and gig-economy workers. They do jobs like pet sitting, cleaning and ride-share and delivery driving. Supporters of the law, known as AB 5, say it pushes companies to recognize contractors as employees, giving them access to benefits. But Uber and Postmates are suing the state, hoping to stop the new law. Carter Evans reports. Source

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Hasidic Jewish man punched in New York, the latest in string of anti-Semitic attacks

New surveillance video appears to capture another anti-Semitic attack in New York. It’s the latest in a series of violent incidents targeting the Jewish community. The footage shows a 22-year-old Hasidic Jewish man defending himself before a woman punched him in the neck Wednesday. Police took two women into custody, and one is being charged with assault. Don Dahler reports from Brooklyn, where the attack happened. Source

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