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Federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could cause some DC-area families to lose an average of $187 in monthly benefits.
How to be a better source: Lessons from criminal justice reporters Criminal justice issues dominated the media landscape this year, but where do researchers fit into the conversation?What’s in store for Chicago’s next police superintendent? Community trust will clearly be the overarching goal of the new superintendent, but achieving it will be extraordinarily complex.How communities can support immigrant families When immigrants are able to fully participate in the economic and social life of their adopted country, it benefits them and their communities.Make schools the center of the community In Prince George’s County, Maryland, a new model of schools aims to address students’ needs both inside and outside of the classroom.When the room is quiet: Fostering a safe space for young men A pilot program for teen boys helps them build healthy relationships by understanding the impact of masculinity on sexual health, safety, and violence.We’re not accurately assessing the Federal Housing Administration’s solvency News of a windfall in FHA’s Mutual Mortgage Insurance fund this year sparked excitement—but the administration’s assessment of the fund is misleading.