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Austin Energy Enrolls 66,000 Low-Income Customers in Discount Program, Aims for More by 2025

Austin Energy Enrolls 66,000 Low-Income Customers in Discount Program, Aims for More by 2025

Austin Energy has made significant strides in enrolling low-income customers in its discount program, aiming to provide financial relief to thousands of households. Since implementing more aggressive enrollment strategies in 2022, the utility company has successfully enrolled 66,000 customers, with plans to reach even more by 2025. Ronnie Mendoza, Austin Energy’s Customer Assistance Program manager, … Read more

New Mexico Boosts SNAP Benefits by $135 for Vulnerable Populations

New Mexico Increases SNAP Benefits by $135 for Vulnerable Populations New Mexico HSD and ALTSD Partner to Provide $135 SNAP Boost In a bid to alleviate food insecurity among vulnerable populations the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) has announced an additional $135 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for 11,834 residents, according to … Read more

$2.45 MILLION DATA BREACH SETTLEMENT: Claim Your Share of the Pot

DEBT COLLECTION AGENCY SETTLES DATA BREACH LAWSUIT FOR $2.45 MILLION AMERICANS CAN CLAIM UP TO $11,500 IN SETTLEMENT MONEY According to TheSuns, Convergent Outsourcing, a debt collection agency, has agreed to pay out $2.45 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging a data breach in 2022. The agency failed to prevent the breach, which compromised … Read more

Budget Battle Royale: PA Republicans and Democrats Clash Over School Funding and Tax Cuts

Pennsylvania Budget Crisis: Republicans and Democrats Clash Over School Funding Souderton Area School District Feels the Pinch: Unfair Budget Proposals Cause Concern According to Audacy, the Pennsylvania state government is trying to make a budget, but it’s not going well. The main problem is that the Republicans and Democrats don’t agree on how much money … Read more

How to Buy Groceries on a Budget in Los Angeles

How to Buy Groceries on a Budget in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA – With grocery prices up 25% from pre-pandemic levels, Los Angeles shoppers are feeling the squeeze. Gina Zakaria, a local mother and frugal living expert, shares her strategies for cutting costs at the grocery store despite rising prices. Here are some practical tips from experts on how to manage your grocery budget … Read more

Food Insecurity Plagues Nearly Half of New York City’s Older Adults

Food Insecurity Plagues Nearly Half of New York City's Older Adults

New York City faces a significant challenge as a recent study reveals that nearly half of its older adults have struggled with food insecurity over the past year. This unsettling finding comes from a survey conducted by Citymeals on Wheels and the CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute, highlighting the severe and persistent hunger issues among … Read more

Guaranteed Basic Income Programs Gain Momentum in the US with Over 100 Pilots Launched Since 2018

Guaranteed Basic Income Programs Gain Momentum with Over 100 Pilots Launched Since 2018 Impact and Challenges of Guaranteed Basic Income Initiatives in the US Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) programs have gained significant traction across the United States with over 100 pilot initiatives launched since 2018, according to the published article of FOX NEWS. Spearheaded by … Read more

Washington Commanders Settlement: $700,000 Paid Over Mishandled Ticket Deposits

Washington Commanders Settlement: $700,000 for Mishandled Ticket Deposits Washington Commanders Resolves Ticket Deposit Dispute with $700K Settlement In a significant development concerning the Washington Commanders a settlement has been reached following accusations of mishandling season ticket holder deposits under former team ownership led by Dan Snyder, according to the published article of THE US Sun. … Read more

Denver Basic Income Project Year One Findings Show Significant Housing Stability Improvements and Public Cost Savings

Denver Basic Income Project Year One Findings: Enhanced Housing Stability and Financial Empowerment DBIP Year One Results: Significant Housing Improvements and Public Cost Savings In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at combating homelessness the Denver Basic Income Project (DBIP) has released its Year One findings marking a pivotal step in understanding the impact of guaranteed income … Read more

Handing Down Help: Illinois’ New Child Tax Credit Law Boosts Families and the Economy

Helping Hands for Families: Illinois Passes New Child Tax Credit Law Boosting Local Economies: How Illinois’ Child Tax Credit Will Make a Difference According to HeartlandNewsfeed, Illinois lawmakers have passed a new law that helps families with young children. This law gives a special kind of money to families who need it most. The money … Read more