"When it comes to utilities, I think there needs to be a little more regulation," said a NYSEG customer. "You can't just do this to people." ...

Each state has a Weatherization Assistance Program office to assist low-income households with home improvements that can lower their energy costs. Eligibility depends on income. The program can be ...

If you are struggling to cover expenses, just got hit with an emergency bill, or are figuring out how to cover rent this month, know that there are several ways to get help in New York City. Here is a ...

Maine households can still apply for help with heating costs until May 29 through the Home Energy Assistance Program, MaineHousing said in a news release. The federally funded program helps eligible ...

Democratic state legislators and anti-hunger advocates rallied at the State Capitol to support including a food security package in the upcoming state budget, which would provide more state ...

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has been reluctant to force people indoors, even in dire weather. But conditions, whether on the streets or in shelters, can be dangerous.

International students “concerned about their ability to travel” will be able to apply for free emergency summer housing, ...

New York City parents could soon have access to free child care for their 2-year-olds under a new partnership announced Thursday by Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Speaking at the Flatbush ...

Emergency Medical Services in rural areas are “teetering on the brink of collapse” due to funding and staffing challenges. That's the conclusion of the New York State Rural Ambulance Services Task ...

Albany Democrats want to give ratepayers struggling with rising gas and electric bills rebates totaling $2.6 billion.

The City Council approved millions of dollars in funding for the next 15 months for Stay Housed L.A.

The City Council was set to vote last week on a $177-million contract for Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles and other groups to continue representing tenants.