SNAP benefits run dry as government shutdown continues, here’s how states are stepping in
Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Beginning Saturday, some 42 million low-income Americans, including 16 million children, lost access to benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as the government shutdown continues. The Department of
2 more charged in Louvre jewel heist, 3 released from custody
Stringer/Anadolu via Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — Two people arrested in the investigation into the Louvre Museum robbery last month have been formally charged in connection with the case, according to the Paris Public Prosecutor’s office. Both
Obamacare enrollee sees premium spike over 300% as sign-up period begins: ‘This will devastate us’
Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Stacy Cox used one word repeatedly as she described how she felt after learning her ACA premium could jump over 300% without the enhanced tax credits: “devastating.” “I don’t
Top labor groups break with federal union’s demand to end shutdown
Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — The largest federal workers’ union this week threw its support behind a Republican government funding bill, ratcheting up pressure on Democrats. But many of the top labor
2 adults, 3 children dead in New Jersey house fire
mbbirdy/Getty Images (PATERSON, N.J.) — A rapid moving house fire claimed the lives of five people Friday night in Paterson, New Jersey, according to fire officials. Paterson Fire Chief Alex Alicea said that the fire broke out