Federal cash programs for child care and early learning are a lifeline for low-income parents, student families, and seasonal ...

The U.S. government is open again, but many low-income people are still waiting for federal benefits they count on. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which mainly helps ...

The number of down-payment assistance programs is on the rise, and a growing share are open to people of all income levels.

FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. — Thousands of people in Forsyth County could soon lose access to essential federal assistance programs if the government shutdown continues into next month. County leaders say ...

Aimee Picchi is the associate managing editor for CBS MoneyWatch, where she covers business and personal finance. She previously worked at Bloomberg News and has written for national news outlets ...

MINNESOTA, USA — Weeks after the longest shutdown in United States history, the effects are still being felt in Minnesota. Money meant for energy assistance programs like the one provided by Minnesota ...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Individuals and Households Program — which includes the continued temporary housing ...