poverty

Mixed news in the latest Census Bureau estimates for New Jersey. Drop in uninsured, despite an increase nationally. But median incomes didn't grow.

Palisaded Park's borough administrator said the church could no longer continue to offer shelter because of zoning rules.

Trenton Democrats have rolled out a new initiative to increase the feeding of needy school kids in the state. It's called the, "Nourishing Young Minds Initiative Fund".

The emergency shelter and services program at the Rescue Mission of Trenton costs about $1.2 million annually to operate and is reporting a deficit of $400,000.

New Jersey is making strides in filling students' empty stomachs at the start of the school day, but the state is still missing out on a number of opportunities to feed children when they need it the most, a new report says.

Ramen noodles and a vending machine soda. It's jokingly seen as the classic go-to meal for college students, but a new report suggests this isn't anything to laugh at.

A new U.S. Census Bureau report finds many states, including New Jersey, saw a decrease in poverty rates between 2014 and 2015.

Meals are offered at select locations where children typically congregate, such as parks, pools and schools, and through recreation programs.

More youngsters have health insurance, but many live in poor families.

The food insecurity rate is highest in Essex County at 18.6 percent, representing 789,616 residents.