Category: West Coast

Millions of Californians using the CalFresh program for food aid could soon encounter new rules tied to federal changes in SNAP benefits. These changes, taking effect in June, come after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduced tougher eligibility standards and expanded work rules nationally. The OBBBA increased work requirements for individuals up to...

Surprise, Ariz. — In February, around midnight, Cali Overs stood at the city hall lectern. Staring up at the dais, she addressed the mayor, Kevin Sartor, with a mix of nerves and determination. Overs, a high school senior, dedicated her final school year to lobbying local, state, and federal authorities. Her activism began after Homeland...