School achievement gaps driven by poverty, not segregation: study
High concentrations of poverty, not racial segregation, entirely account for the racial achievement gap in U.S. schools, a new study finds. more
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Census II: Disparities persist as child poverty declines
While poverty rates among young children (birth to age 5) declined, this age group had the highest poverty rates, as it did in 2017. more
Most PA economic gains going to top earners: report
Just prior to Labor Day weekend, the Keystone Research Center released the 24th edition of its report, The State of Working Pennsylvania. more
US Labor Dept. adopts new overtime eligibility rule
The new Final Rule raises the pay threshold that determines which workers are exempt from overtime, and makes other changes. more
Advocates tell stories of people who lost general assistance
Dalia is working toward some big goals, including securing a place to live. That got harder on Aug. 1, when General Assistance ended for a second time. more
Home.Buy.Now program seeks new employer partners
Home.Buy.Now is off to a strong start this year, and is looking to keep the momentum rolling. more
UWP report: PA families need to make $60k annually to survive
To survive in Pennsylvania, a family of four needs to make $59,340 a year — a hard-to-fathom, sticker-shock number that shows how expensive life has become. more
Clarifi sets Volunteer Financial Coach training
Do you have a spirit for helping people? When you volunteer as a coach with Clarifi, you will make a real impact in your community and motivate individuals to achieve financial stability. more
1199C Training Fund seeks part-time instructors
Multiple positions will be available for various departments, include working with youth programs, ages 17 to 24, and/or adult basic education programs. more
Study indicates $15 minimum wage would not cost jobs
Gradually raising the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2024 would not create job loss in low-wage states, according to a new study. more
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