These mobile markets are saving Washington Heights’ “food deserts”
Our partners at MetroFocus take a closer look at "food deserts" across the city and the individuals who benefit from mobile markets like these.
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The seven life lessons I’ve learned living on $3 a day
There are millions of older adults who are economically insecure with some either living at, or below, 250 percent of the federal poverty level.
How Work Requirements for Social Security Programs Impact People in Need
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X02BSr0W5rU From our partners at PBS Newshour Weekend: President Donald Trump signed an executive order last month pushing certain work requirements for access to social security programs like Medicaid. But lawmakers in Maine, which requires individuals work at least 20…
Hunger a Persistent Problem As Republicans Mull SNAP Cuts
Spending on social welfare programs like SNAP, also known as food stamps, would be dramatically cut under the White House budget unveiled in May. In Arkansas, a state that mirrors the national picture, 14 percent of the population was on…
BUSTED #4: When the Safety Net Doesn’t Catch You (Listen)
We examine the strengths and shortcomings of our nation's safety net.
Why Some Alaska Workers Turn Down Pay Increases
Rebecca and Mark Dundore want to give their employees pay raises and increased hours, but they say it’s caused anxiety for some of their staff. (Photo by Elizabeth Jenkins/KTOO) A pay increase should be a happy event in a person’s…
Eating Well On $4 A Day
How can someone realistically eat on $4 a day? In this "Chasing the Dream" segment, we speak with New York University graduate Leanne Brown, who developed a resource for those who face this reality or anyone in need of stretching…
Making it Easier for Seniors to Get Food Assistance
There are pockets all over the Garden State where there’s no fresh produce.