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CalFresh Families at Risk From Fed Decision to Scrap SNAP Survey

On September 20, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) revealed the termination of its annual food insecurity survey, a crucial tool for determining funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. Citing concerns over redundancy, politicization, a...

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Losing Black Students: What America’s Schools Don’t Want to Admit

Class sizes in public schools may be decreasing, but not due to the school board’s acknowledgment of problematic overcrowding. In predominantly Black districts, approximately one-third of students have left traditional public schools during the 2023-2024 school year, nearly double the loss seen in w...

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When Trust Breaks, So Does the Heart

Bobby Faithful V faces dire health challenges, unsure whether the tumor in his brain, his deteriorating heart, an infection in his heart device, or Medicaid denials will claim him first. At 38, this Silver Spring resident, a passionate musician, survives on a $1,400 monthly disability check and curr...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Rev Up Your Dreams: Key Year-End Car Buying Strategies for Savvy Shoppers

As the festive season draws near, thoughts may turn to that coveted vehicle you've been eyeing or perhaps finding the ideal car for a loved one. In today's economic climate, adeptly managing your automotive expenditures is vital, allowing for substantial savings and minimizing future complications....