More than 23 million Americans live in what are called 'food deserts' - areas lacking easy access to fresh produce. In Washington, D.C., one organization is hoping the ancient practice of “gleaning” can help build a much-needed oasis for people living in those deserts. Janet Weinstein has this report.
US federal agriculture officials say more than 23 million Americans without access to fresh, healthy food and produce
Communities across the country have been debating - and raising - the minimum wage workers can be paid. The federal government requires employers to pay at least $7.25 an hour. Some states and cities mandate more. Here in Washington, D.C., July marks one year since the nation's capital city raised its minimum wage from $8.25 an hour to $9.50. Janet Weinstein went to find out what the impact is one year on for VOA.
This July marks one year since Washington, DC raised its minimum wage from $8.25 an hour to $9.50
A new homeless shelter called Casa Ruby is opening in Washington, DC that is specifically for the LGBT community - lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgendered young people. Janet Weinstein has this report.
Casa Ruby is specifically for lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender young people, some of whom were kicked out of other shelters
