Millie Morales, a resilient 58-year-old, shares her journey from hardship to stability, emphasizing the impact of SNAP benefits.
Pittsburgh’s transformation from a steelmaking hub to a postindustrial city highlights its economic resilience.
Philadelphia will prohibit discrimination based on menstruation and menopause from Jan. 1, 2027, aiding affected workers.
Chronic pain affects 1 in 4 U.S. adults, impacting work and costing $722 billion annually in lost productivity.
Seattle’s gig worker pay law doubled base delivery pay in 2024 but had little impact on earnings due to reduced tips.
The Trump administration suspended the Jones Act to lower gas prices. This move impacts shipping costs and fuel prices.
President Trump’s 2025 tax-and-spending bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, introduces a universal charitable deduction.
Allowing pets in shelters increases homeless people’s willingness to stay, as shown by California’s support program.
Springtime in Pennsylvania is peanut butter egg season. This year, consumers may scrutinize Reese’s eggs more critically.
The USDA’s Section 515 program, key for rural affordable housing, is phasing out, risking a shift to market-rate rents.
The top 50 US donors pledged $22.4B to charity in 2025, up 35% from 2024. Mike Bloomberg led the list, giving $4B.
Crude tops $100 for first time since 2022 as Iran conflict chokes Strait of Hormuz, halting 20% of supply and pushing U.S. gas to $3.48.
