As the federal government shutdown enters its third week, Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning of one possible impact on millions of Californians. CalFresh benefits “will likely be delayed in November” if the ...

During this pandemic, providing for your family is a major concern as millions have lost their Jobs or are in indefinite hiatus. The Federal Government has a couple of programs that can help you get ...

The U.S. government shut down on Oct. 1, causing uncertainty among recipients of funding from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). WIC provides baby ...

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With the federal government shutdown now in its third week, and with no signs of ending anytime soon, Californians who use national social services programs are becoming increasingly concerned about ...

but the Trump administration has provided some funding for the WIC program for now. The California Department of Public Health, which administers WIC, says the program received additional funds from ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. (SANTA BARBARA, Calif.) – The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Women, ...

Newsom said he'll deploy the National Guard to support food banks in response to the shutdown impacting food benefits to scores of Californians.