New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

New rules go into effect for DC streateries

The future of outdoor dining in D.C. could change Tuesday when the Council votes on emergency legislation aimed at lowering the cost of keeping streateries in place.