A Kentucky lawmaker filed a bill aimed at increasing transparency in the state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
"This is not right. Even if you don't feel like that you need to feed grown people, you need to feed these kids."
Louisville Metro United Way is partnering with local businesses and nonprofits to create the "Hardship to Hope Food Relief Fund."
The drive is meant to help local pantries support residents affected by the federal government shutdown.
As the federal government shutdown enters its fourth week, Kentucky families are growing increasingly concerned about how they’ll put food on the table.
Kentucky is directing $9.1 million to its Senior Meals program after local agencies said their funding had run out, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday.
The bill has passed the House, but still needs a vote in the Senate.
There have been nearly 200 theft complaints in October.
Zoo officials said the membership plan allows three adults and up to 10 dependent children to visit.
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program will provide each eligible student with a one-time payment of $313.50 to cover meals students missed out on between March and May.