The shutdown is over, but some aid programs Americans depend on still face delays

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history affected many federal programs that help Americans. While the government is back up and running, some of those aid programs are not.

SNAP was restored, but many indigenous Americans still struggle with food insecurity

During the government shutdown, disruptions in food aid rippled across reservations. Both residents and tribal officials had ...
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With many government programs on hold, the impacts are felt nationwide

Morning Edition visits three states — Maine, Kansas, and Wisconsin — to hear how the government shutdown is affecting federal employees and the Americans who rely on their work. As the shutdown ...

A program in Colorado gives adults another chance at a high school diploma

A Denver community college that offers adults a chance to get a GED-like certificate for $50 says the new offer is very popular and successful. It includes classes at hours friendly for people with ...
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NPR to trim $5 million this year as public radio stations struggle to pay bills

NPR executives are scanning the horizon for storm clouds even as they are planning a stand-pat budget for the upcoming fiscal year: They don't yet know how badly NPR local member stations have been ...