61 h. ago Blue states blasted for funneling millions in SNAP cash for fast food meals

Nine states allow SNAP benefits for fast food through Restaurant Meals Program, with California accounting for over 90% of the millions spent, Sen. Ernst's office reports.

Economics

61 h. ago Blue states blasted for funneling millions in SNAP cash for fast

Nine states allow SNAP benefits for fast-food through Restaurant Meals Program, with California accounting for over 90% of the millions spent, Sen. Ernst's office reports.

Economics

9 d. ago SNAP Benefits Are Resuming as Government Reopens After Shutdown

Several states have restarted food stamp payments, but millions of Americans are still awaiting the November deposits that the Trump administration resisted paying out in full.

Politics

9 d. ago How food banks, pantries have fared since SNAP benefits were halted

Food banks and pantries have been experiencing historic demand since SNAP benefits halted on Nov. 1 for many Americans in the midst of the federal government shutdown.

Economics

9 d. ago Some food banks see up to 1,800% surge in demand since SNAP benefits were halted

Food banks and pantries have been experiencing historic demand since SNAP benefits halted on Nov. 1 for many Americans in the midst of the federal government shutdown.

Politics

1 week ago For students who rely on SNAP, school food pantries offer some relief

A school in Pittsburgh has set up a food pantry for students and their families whose SNAP benefits have been cut or delayed because of the government shutdown.

Society

1 week ago The shutdown could be nearing its end, but high demand for food assistance lingers

The Capital Area Food Bank in Washington D.C., says it's allotted an extra 1 million meals for November, given the uncertainties about whether and when SNAP recipients will get their full benefits.

Events

1 week ago Pittsburgh school opens food pantry to support students who rely on SNAP benefits

A school food pantry in Pittsburgh aims to help fill the gap for families whose SNAP benefits have been disrupted by the shutdown.

Society

1 week ago Supreme Court Extends Order Allowing Limits on Food Stamp Payments

The justices allowed the Trump administration to withhold full benefits for two more days while Congress worked to advance a government funding bill.

Events

1 week ago 'What to Eat Now' nutritionist talks SNAP, food policy and the 'triple duty' diet

Marion Nestle says we need to rethink how we eat. She recommends "real food, processed as little as possible, with a big emphasis on plants." Her new book is What to Eat Now.

Events

1 week ago Oregon, Washington SNAP recipients face uncertainty as Supreme Court weighs federal food aid case

Oregon, Washington SNAP recipients face uncertainty as Supreme Court weighs federal food aid case  KGW

Politics

1 week ago SNAP recipients feel whiplash as shutdown deal uncertainty clouds food aid

As lawmakers debate a shutdown deal, SNAP recipients continue to face confusion and delays, with food aid caught in uncertainty and legal wrangling since funds ran out.

Events

1 week ago States face uncertainty as Trump administration tries to reverse SNAP food payments

States face uncertainty as Trump administration tries to reverse SNAP food payments  Toronto Star

Politics

1 week ago Oregon, Washington refuses Trump administration demand to reverse SNAP food benefits distributed to residents

Oregon, Washington refuses Trump administration demand to reverse SNAP food benefits distributed to residents  KGW

Politics

1 week ago In Alaska and Hawaii, Higher Food Prices Intensified SNAP Anxiety

In Alaska and Hawaii, Higher Food Prices Intensified SNAP Anxiety  The New York Times

Politics

1 week ago In Alaska and Hawaii, Higher Food Prices Intensify SNAP Anxiety

In Alaska and Hawaii, Higher Food Prices Intensify SNAP Anxiety  The New York Times

Politics

1 week ago Trump Officials Push States to ‘Undo’ Work to Send Full SNAP Benefits

In late-night guidance, the Agriculture Department also threatened financial penalties against states.

Politics

1 week ago SNAP food aid gets to people in some states while others remain in limbo amid court battles

SNAP food aid gets to people in some states while others remain in limbo amid court battles  NBC4 Los Angeles

Events

1 week ago Sunland woman transforms neighborhood "Little Free Library" into food pantry amid SNAP stoppage

Sunland woman transforms neighborhood "Little Free Library" into food pantry amid SNAP stoppage  CBS News

Politics

2 w. ago Bay Area food banks face dramatic surge amid SNAP benefits chaos

Bay Area food banks face dramatic surge amid SNAP benefits chaos  SFGATE

Events