New work requirements for SNAP are set to go into effect on Feb. 1, and it could mean that millions of Americans lose their benefits.

The more than 40 millions recipients of the largest nutrition assistance program in the U.S. will be subject to stricter ...

Work requirements are kicking in for many older adults and parents of teenagers to continue receiving benefits from the biggest U.S. food aid program Work requirements are kicking in for more older ...

FRIDAY HARBOR, Wash. — In a world that seems to keep accelerating, some places are simply trying to slow down. In San Juan County, Washington, home of the San Juan Islands, "island time" is becoming ...

A 32-hour work week is now permanent in San Juan County for county workers. Leaders say it’s boosting morale, reducing sick time, and saving tax dollars. Donald Trump announces major change for school ...

Many U.S. workers are ringing in the new year with a raise as new minimum wage increases take effect in states and localities across the country on Thursday. More than 8.3 million workers are expected ...

Predicting the future isn't easy. Back in 2000, who would have thought that by 2025 the Pawtucket Red Sox would no longer exist, or Rhode Island's first female governor would be telling people to ...

Workers in Las Cruces will see higher paychecks as the city’s minimum wage officially increases on Jan. 1, 2026. The citywide minimum wage rises from $12.65 to $13.01 an hour, while the minimum hourly ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s minimum wage is set to increase to $15 per hour in 2026, as a result of Amendment 2 passed by voters in 2020. The amendment initiated a series of scheduled minimum wage hikes ...

The Santa Barbara Independent republishes stories from CalMatters.org on state and local issues impacting readers in Santa Barbara County. Californians will see the minimum wage increase to $16.90 per ...

With the New Year comes a new minimum wage for Michigan workers. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the minimum wage in Michigan for adult workers will be $13.73 per hour, according to the state Department of ...

OAKVILLE, Conn. (WFSB) - Connecticut will raise its minimum wage to $16.94 an hour starting Thursday, making it the second highest statewide minimum wage in the country behind Washington. The nearly ...