CalFresh recipients whose certification period ends in June 2026 face a simple but important deadline to renew on time or ...

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Recipients of the CalFresh food program will see a significant jump in payments starting Friday — just as some of California’s major coronavirus-related benefit programs end. CalFresh benefits will go ...

On Monday, new rules kick in that require many who apply for government food assistance to be working.

CalFresh, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is a government program that provides grocery assistance to low-income households. Approximately 33% of undergraduate students ...

As the federal government shutdown enters its third week, Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning of one possible impact on millions of Californians. CalFresh benefits “will likely be delayed in November” if the ...

Families and individuals affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles County who are not currently receiving CalFresh benefits can apply for one-time CalFresh Disaster Assistance to help cover ...

Los Angeles County officials began a monthlong outreach campaign on Friday to raise awareness about upcoming eligibility changes and new work requirements for the CalFresh food benefit program. The ...

Thousands of CalFresh recipients in San Joaquin and Sacramento counties could face losing benefits as updated work requirements take effect on June 1, potentially increasing food insecurity and demand ...