Delegate Stacey Plaskett and VIDHS have launched a new program to provide replacement SNAP benefits for food lost due to power outages lasting four hours or more as well as other disasters with claims needing to be filed within ten days for a maximum replacement amount equivalent to one month’s benefits. New Initiative Supports Virgin … Read more
Louisiana’s Struggle for Improvement According to the report of Nola, Louisiana has landed at the bottom of U.S. News and World Report’s annual “Best States” rankings for the second consecutive year. This low ranking reflects persistent challenges across several critical metrics including crime infrastructure, and healthcare. Despite minor advancements in certain areas and Louisiana continues … Read more
J.D. Vance, Trump’s vice-presidential pick faces criticism over his past comments and his absence from a crucial Senate vote on expanding the child tax credit which could undermine his efforts to present himself as a strong supporter of families. Trump’s VP Choice Faces Questions Over Support for Families According to the report of Business Insider, … Read more
Chicago Safety Guide: High-Risk Areas Like Englewood to Avoid Due to Crime Chicago Safety Alert: Englewood Among High-Crime Neighborhoods to Research Before Moving As Chicago continues to attract visitors and new residents with its vibrant culture and attractions it’s important to be aware of areas with higher crime rates before making a move, according to … Read more
NYC Small Businesses Get Federal Funding for Crime Prevention Government Invests in Safety Measures for NYC Small Businesses According to CBSNews, New York City‘s small businesses are getting help to stay safe. The government has given money to help these businesses protect themselves from crime. This is because some small businesses have been hurt by … Read more
Boosting Retirement Savings Use HSAs, Pay Off Debt, and Donate to Charity to Boost Your Retirement Fund According to Moneywise, Want to save more money for retirement? You can do this by using a special account called a Health Savings Account (HSA). This helps reduce the amount of money you have to pay in taxes. … Read more
Unlock the Benefits of Electric Vehicles and Get a Discount Discover the Savings and Perks of Electric Cars” According to financebuzz, Many Americans are buying electric cars because they can save money and help the environment. The government is giving a big discount to people who buy electric cars, which can be up to $7,500. … Read more
New York Governor Sends Special Checks to Families in Need Empire State Child Tax Credit: Eligible Families to Receive Extra Financial Support According to CBSNews, Governor Kathy Hochul is sending special checks to families who need help. This is part of a big program that gives $350 million to low- and moderate-income families. The first … Read more
When to Claim Social Security: 3 Questions to Ask Yourself Maximize Your Retirement Income: Should You Wait or Claim Early? According to Fool, Think about your money. Do you need Social Security to live comfortably? If so, you might want to wait until age 70. This will give you more money each month. But if you’re … Read more
Birmingham, Alabama Receives $20 Million Grant to Boost Job Opportunities and Revitalize Neighborhoods New Initiatives in Birmingham: Affordable Childcare, Job Training, and Transportation Options Coming to Help Residents Succeed According to CBS42, Birmingham, Alabama got a big check from the US government to help people in certain neighborhoods find jobs. This check is worth $20 … Read more