The Legal Services Corporation: Principled and Conservative or Liberal Running Dog?The defunding of the Legal Services Corporation would severely restrict access to justice for low-income individuals, ultimately increasing taxpayer burdens.
Ontario lawyers applaud plan to boost legal aid eligibility, but say more help needed | CBC NewsLegal Aid Ontario plans to expand eligibility thresholds, aiming to assist more low-income individuals in accessing legal aid services.
The Legal Services Corporation: Principled and Conservative or Liberal Running Dog?The defunding of the Legal Services Corporation would severely restrict access to justice for low-income individuals, ultimately increasing taxpayer burdens.
Ontario lawyers applaud plan to boost legal aid eligibility, but say more help needed | CBC NewsLegal Aid Ontario plans to expand eligibility thresholds, aiming to assist more low-income individuals in accessing legal aid services.
States aim to cut energy costs for low-income households with community solar projectsCommunity solar projects are helping low-income households reduce electricity costs through shared renewable energy.
Oregon lawmakers consider more funding for free tax preparation programOregon lawmakers aim to nearly double funding for a tax prep program aiding low-income families.
States aim to cut energy costs for low-income households with community solar projectsCommunity solar projects are helping low-income households reduce electricity costs through shared renewable energy.
Oregon lawmakers consider more funding for free tax preparation programOregon lawmakers aim to nearly double funding for a tax prep program aiding low-income families.
New York Expands Fair Fares Program, Moves to OMNY for Easier Transit AccessLow-income New Yorkers now have easier access to discounted public transit through the Fair Fares program on the OMNY system.
Backlash after 250k Bromley welfare fund for vulnerable residents axedBromley Council withdrew crucial financial support for a fund aiding low-income households, risking worsening living conditions and increased strain on local services.
Rare opportunity to apply for Section 8 housing waitlist in OaklandThe Oakland Housing Authority is reopening its Section 8 housing voucher waitlist for the first time since 2011, opening 5,000 spots for low-income households.
Atlanta Gets Creative With Affordable Housing in a Bid To Meet Goal of Creating 20,000 HomesAtlanta plans to create 20,000 affordable housing units by 2030 to support low-income residents.The initiative has already resulted in over 3,000 new units created and 5,000 in development.
Applications are now open for a public housing waiting list in Miami-Dade. What to knowMiami-Dade County is accepting applications for public housing to assist low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities until Oct. 25.
Rare opportunity to apply for Section 8 housing waitlist in OaklandThe Oakland Housing Authority is reopening its Section 8 housing voucher waitlist for the first time since 2011, opening 5,000 spots for low-income households.
Atlanta Gets Creative With Affordable Housing in a Bid To Meet Goal of Creating 20,000 HomesAtlanta plans to create 20,000 affordable housing units by 2030 to support low-income residents.The initiative has already resulted in over 3,000 new units created and 5,000 in development.
Applications are now open for a public housing waiting list in Miami-Dade. What to knowMiami-Dade County is accepting applications for public housing to assist low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities until Oct. 25.
NYC Recovers $48 Million in Stolen SNAP, Cash Assistance BenefitsNew York City recovered $47.7 million in stolen benefits for 95,000 low-income families impacted by EBT card skimming.
New York State Delivers $6.5 Billion in SNAP Benefits to Fight Hunger in 2024New York State allocated nearly $6.5 billion for SNAP benefits in 2024 to support low-income residents in accessing nutritious food.
Opinion: Republicans want the poor to pay for Trump's tax cutsRepublicans' proposed cuts threaten essential support for low-income families, particularly through significant reductions to Medicaid and SNAP.
NYC Recovers $48 Million in Stolen SNAP, Cash Assistance BenefitsNew York City recovered $47.7 million in stolen benefits for 95,000 low-income families impacted by EBT card skimming.
New York State Delivers $6.5 Billion in SNAP Benefits to Fight Hunger in 2024New York State allocated nearly $6.5 billion for SNAP benefits in 2024 to support low-income residents in accessing nutritious food.
Opinion: Republicans want the poor to pay for Trump's tax cutsRepublicans' proposed cuts threaten essential support for low-income families, particularly through significant reductions to Medicaid and SNAP.
'Operation Christmas Smiles' brings holiday cheer - and toys - to Bensonhurst * Brooklyn PaperOperation Christmas Smiles offers free gifts and joy to low-income families in Brooklyn, ensuring every child receives Christmas gifts.
New York $15 Internet Mandate Challenge Won't Be Heard By Supreme CourtNew York's $15 internet plan for low-income residents will remain in effect after the Supreme Court's refusal to hear challenges against it.
Lumen, Quantum Fiber Join Forces on Low-Cost Internet PlanLumen Technologies offers a low-cost 200 Mbps internet plan at $30/month for eligible households, aiding those in financial need.
New York $15 Internet Mandate Challenge Won't Be Heard By Supreme CourtNew York's $15 internet plan for low-income residents will remain in effect after the Supreme Court's refusal to hear challenges against it.
Lumen, Quantum Fiber Join Forces on Low-Cost Internet PlanLumen Technologies offers a low-cost 200 Mbps internet plan at $30/month for eligible households, aiding those in financial need.
WIC Diversifies Offerings to Cover Naan, Soy Milk and MoreWIC is expanding food options to improve nutrition among low-income women and children, addressing barriers that have led to decreased participation.
Spectrum made to restore $15/month low-income internet: HochulState reaches a settlement mandating Charter to offer $15 broadband internet for low-income residents receiving certain benefits.The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and support low-income families with reliable internet access.
Vermont Establishes Long Drop Program to Reach More Remote ResidencesVermont is creating a Long Drop Program to connect low-income residents living far from fiber lines to affordable broadband.
Spectrum made to restore $15/month low-income internet: HochulState reaches a settlement mandating Charter to offer $15 broadband internet for low-income residents receiving certain benefits.The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and support low-income families with reliable internet access.
Vermont Establishes Long Drop Program to Reach More Remote ResidencesVermont is creating a Long Drop Program to connect low-income residents living far from fiber lines to affordable broadband.
Oakland distributing free debit cards to low-income residents in need of public transportationOakland provides pre-loaded debit cards to low-income residents for public transportation, with $160 per card, aiming to reduce auto dependence and help cover transit costs.