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The earned income tax credit lifts around 6 million of the working poor out of poverty every year, but with the economy hammered by COVID-19, many might not get the benefit they need.
In many national crises, black Americans have been essential workers – but serving in crucial roles has not resulted in economic equality.
In a national survey, transgender individuals had worse employment outcomes, lower incomes and higher rates of poverty than cisgender people.
Service workers are some of the most at risk of both the coronavirus and financial woes.
The impact of the coronavirus on Latinx and Hispanic communities is likely underreported due to incomplete demographic data, authorities say.
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Advocates praise Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s new measures meant to help low-income communities survive the crisis, but say much more is needed in a variety of areas.
A new study says Chicago’s black population decline is due to decades of racial inequality.
The STEP summit dissected the scope of poverty in Chicago and examined policies that have been successful so far.
Banking deserts make it harder for children and young adults to become financially literate, which leads to worse credit and a lifetime of disadvantage.