Watch the prologue from "Born Poor" — a documentary made over 14 years that follows kids in three families who try to overcome poverty from childhood through the teen years to young adulthood.

The U.S. has one of the highest child poverty rates among wealthy countries. Here’s a look at struggles kids living in poverty face, including access to food, healthcare and education.

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President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff regime is already reshaping global trade and spiking government customs revenue. But ...

The poll comes as homelessness is on the rise and as officials across the country push to clear encampments where unhoused ...

Dr Eunan O'Neill, director of public health for Cornwall, said child poverty affected "every aspect of a child's life", and ...

The following information was released by the United States Census Bureau: The U.S. Census Bureau today announced that real median household income was $83,730 in 2024, not statistically different ...

KITTERY, Maine — Supporters, staff and leaders of Mainspring Collective recently gathered to celebrate seven months of collaboration, growth and impact. The social services hub, which opened its doors ...

At age 15, I.B. fled poverty and a father who abused her. She emigrated without her parents to the United States -- like ...

A US Air Force veteran found peace in Vietnam, living comfortably on $4,000 a month after leaving behind a stressful life in America.