After remotely producing several shows last spring, “SNL” is back in the studio for a 46th season. Ratings have slipped in recent weeks, down from the most-watched season premiere in four years, yet more people are tuning in on average compared to last year. To take shots at a wild presidential race and other targets, the show’s staff is navigating routine testing, distance limits and ever-present masks.

Source: Wall Street Journal October 21, 2020 18:45 UTC