Politics Nov 02 Federal workers struggle without pay as long shutdown begins to affect more Americans By John Yang, Veronica Vela, Claire Mufson, Laine Immell
Nation Oct 28 Food banks are preparing for a surge as SNAP aid may be paused in the government shutdown Some states are trying to fill the gap in food services, but others lack resources to help. By Margery A. Beck, Geoff Mulvihill, Associated Press
Economy Oct 12 Food bank use down, but need still far above pre-pandemic levels An Associated Press review of bulk distribution numbers from hundreds of food banks across the country revealed a clear downward trend in the amount of food handed out across the country, starting in the spring as the COVID-19 vaccine rollout… By Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press
Education Apr 02 Watch 4:27 Pop-up pantries aim to reduce food insecurity for college students Food pantries are appearing more frequently in a surprising type of location: colleges and universities. More than 700 educational institutions belong to a national nonprofit aiming to alleviate food insecurity among college students. From PBS station WTTW in Chicago, Brandis… By Brandis Friedman, WTTW