5 Europeans, in the country illegally, stole funds meant for low-income L.A. families, U.S. says
Five men were arrested in L.A. on suspicion of using counterfeit EBT cards to withdraw funds intended to provide food and aid ...
LA mandating low-income housing in Palisades rebuild could be unconstitutional, experts say
A prominent public-interest law firm is warning that Los Angeles’ apparent requirement that older apartments be replaced with ...
Low-income retirees leave $30 billion in aid on the table each year. How to not miss out
One recent NCOA report suggests that these programs could save some families thousands of dollars per year, yet they go ...
Many don't know they can claim valuable tax credit worth up to $7,830 for some families
The federal earned income tax credit celebrates 50th anniversary. Yet, IRS estimates one in five eligible taxpayers miss out ...
Habitat offers new virtual program involving financial literacy
The longtime nonprofit has introduced a new virtual program called, “Habitat Home School,” a monthly interactive online class ...
Free tax filing assistance for low-income Iowa households
Appointments are available now through April 15th for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. VITA is a free federal program for people whose entire household salary is ...
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Plan to mandate low-income housing in rebuilding of Palisades could be 'unconstitutional taking'
A prominent public-interest law firm is warning that LA's apparent requirement that older apartments in Palisades be replaced with low-income housing could be an “unconstitutional taking.” ...
Carbon Cashback Is Hawaiʻi’s Best Option For Cutting Emissions
In brief, carbon cashback is a carbon-pricing policy that would tax fossil fuel pollution, disincentivizing fossil fuel use ...
As marriage and childbearing rates decline, researchers look for ways to help families
The American Family Survey points to a need for family friendly policies to bolster marriage, fertility. Would language change help?
Texas bill that lets families use tax dollars for private schools swiftly sails through Senate
Texas families could use tax dollars to fund their children’s private school tuition under a Republican-backed bill that sailed through the Senate.
IRS’ Direct File Makes It Easier For Families To Claim Tax Credits
Most people who are eligible for tax credits claim them. Direct File—the IRS’s online tool for filing tax returns—could get ...
Guaranteed basic income program is on the way: Check if you qualify to receive the $5,400 payment
A new initiative is poised to benefit low-income households by offering them a significant annual cash injection.