Income Inequality

Delawareans could soon start feeling the impact of federal budget cuts to SNAP and Medicaid programs.

Delaware lawmakers passed legislation increasing DMV fees, leading some to argue it will make it harder to afford a car.

The pilot is designed to help low-income renters whose homes need noncosmetic repairs.

The program is giving away 500 laptops to those in need. It’s just one initiative the city is using to promote digital equity.

A 20-home project is just the beginning. The Little Living housing effort is expanding, with eyes set on Milford.

Thieves are able to steal public assistance funds on the state-issued cards because they lack security features credit and debit cards have.

The mayor wants Council to adopt her Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative in tandem with the city’s next budget. Lawmakers will put their $.02 in before that happens.

The legislation is designed to make it easier for developers to build homes in certain sections of the city.

About 4,500 Philadelphia residents could lose access to their water, according to city officials — an 80% drop in potential water shutoffs compared to pre-pandemic times.

The results and ongoing conversations will inform county officials’ work on a Community Health Improvement Plan.

A new study highlights growing concerns as students face rising costs, limited on-campus options and increasing financial strain.

The city is still more affordable than other big cities. But it’s become increasingly more expensive for the average resident.

The public outrage unleashed by the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO echoes the anti-banking fury after the financial crisis.

The average household will see an annual increase of $185 on their tax bill.

As food prices have outpaced inflation, more people are turning to food banks in New Jersey. Some locations are experiencing greater demand than at the height of the pandemic.