Poverty in California | CalMatters

Where to get financial help during coronavirus in California — and is it enough?

by Jackie Botts June 29, 2020July 7, 2020

California’s pandemic safety net programs are straining under overwhelming demand. So did Gov. Gavin Newsom overpromise or underdeliver?

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Our elected leaders should do more to help feed hungry children during the summer of COVID-19

by Guest Commentary June 22, 2020June 24, 2020

A tale of two cities: Stark inequalities of Alameda and Oakland during the pandemic and protests

by Guest Commentary June 17, 2020June 15, 2020

Linda Jacobs, 71, at her home in Concord. Jacobs, who is especially high risk for COVID-19 due to a number of health conditions including diabetes, lung disease and a heart disease, relies on the Multipurpose Senior Services Program to continue living independently. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters

“Might as well have them walk the plank” — Cuts may force many seniors into nursing homes

by Barbara Feder Ostrov May 19, 2020May 20, 2020

A physician's assistant listens to a patient's breathing at a clinic in Bieber, California on July 23, 2019. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters

How Newsom budget yanks back Medi-Cal health care gains for low-income residents

by Ana B. Ibarra May 18, 2020June 23, 2020

We can rebuild a better California in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic

by Guest Commentary April 6, 2020April 3, 2020

As coronavirus impacts the hospitality business, chefs cook up a plan to help farmers and restaurants, and it also will help feed the hungry

by Guest Commentary April 3, 2020April 2, 2020

Money Mart payday loans and check cashing store in Sacramento, California. Photo via Creative Commons

Need money during coronavirus pandemic? How to avoid loan sharks and debt traps

by Manuela Tobias March 31, 2020April 1, 2020

Coronavirus highlights the need to correct the state’s philanthropic inequality

by Guest Commentary March 24, 2020March 23, 2020

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Mapping out comprehensive solutions to the housing crisis and homelessness in California

by Guest Commentary March 22, 2020March 19, 2020