California's move to set a $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers has sparked a heated debate. On one hand, workers are seeing better paychecks, but on the other, restaurant owners are feeling the pinch. The state's fast-food industry is still standing, but it's not all smooth sailing. Workers like
Did you know that if you work in Michigan's food and beverage industry, you can get free mental health support? It's true! The program, called Behind You, is designed to help people in this often stressful field. You might qualify if you work at least 30 hours a week and have been on the job for six
Boston's Seaport Shake Shack has been under the microscope lately, and not in a good way. Health inspectors have been making frequent visits, and what they've found isn't pretty. Rodents have been spotted behind the heating system, near the custard machine, and even by the grease trap. It's not just
Food insecurity is a big problem in many communities. A hospital in an urban area has been doing something special to help. They have a program that delivers food to people who have been victims of crime. This program is funded by the Victims of Crime Act. It not only provides food but also offers e
In Colorado, the government shutdown hit military families and civilian workers hard. Many people had to make tough choices. They had to decide between paying bills or buying food. This is because they did not get paid on time. Also, SNAP benefits were frozen. This made things even harder for those
Thanksgiving is a time for big meals and family, but it's also a time to be careful with food and medicine. Some foods can mess with common medicines, causing problems. For example, leafy greens like spinach and kale have vitamin K, which helps blood clot. If someone is on blood thinners, eating too
Aspen is buzzing with events this week, from live music to Thanksgiving feasts and ski season kickoffs. Let's dive in! First up, music lovers can catch Michal Menert, a Colorado-based electronic music producer, at Belly Up Aspen on November 21st. He's known for blending vintage vinyl samples, analo
Disneyland Resort kicked off its holiday festivities on November 14, marking the start of a season filled with joy and celebration. Despite the rain, visitors were eager to experience the enchantment of the holidays. They braved the weather, armed with umbrellas and ponchos, to enjoy the park's fest
China is set to bring back a ban on Japanese seafood imports. This is not new. It happened before in 2023. Back then, it was because of worries about water from the Fukushima nuclear plant. The ban was lifted last year. But now, it is coming back. Why? Because of a fight between China and Japan. Th
SNAP, or food stamps, is a lifeline for over 42 million people in the U. S. It's not as easy as walking into a church food pantry. You have to apply, meet income rules, and hope politicians don't mess things up. During the longest U. S. government shutdown, there was a lot of confusion about food a
