Food assistance programs remain available in California during the government shutdown, but experts say the benefits could be hit if the shutdown lasts long-term. In California, about 1 million women, ...

The number and share of infant participants in the WIC program who are breastfed have risen since 2022, a promising indicator ...

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 ...

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The U.S. government shut down on Oct. 1, causing uncertainty among recipients of funding from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). WIC provides baby ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- It's been ten days since the government shutdown with no end in sight. After days of concern, there is hope for the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and ...

With the federal government shutdown now in its third week, and with no signs of ending anytime soon, Californians who use national social services programs are becoming increasingly concerned about ...

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, popularly known as WIC, serves more than 6 ...

President Donald Trump’s proposed federal budget delivers a devastating blow to one of the country’s most effective nutrition programs for families. Justin Sullivan Getty Images Before 2021, many ...

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. Food assistance programs remain ...