Oct 3, 2024

West Coast ports kick into high gear

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As we enter day three of port strikes along the East and Gulf Coasts, ports on the West Coast are fielding record high amounts of diverted cargo. Plus, reassessing the legality of election betting, and the knock-on effects of stricter new SNAP requirements for older adults.

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New SNAP work requirements for older adults go into effect

by Savannah Peters

Oct 3, 2024

As part of last year’s debt ceiling showdown, lawmakers agreed to raise the age under which SNAP participants are required to fill out paperwork on their employment status — from 49 to 54 for adults without dependents or disabilities.

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With East Coast and Gulf ports closed by the strike, West Coast ports are busier than usual

by Caleigh Wells

Oct 3, 2024

For months, shippers have been insuring against strike delays by sending their cargo to the other side of the continent.

California's Port of Long Beach side handled 913,000 shipping containers last month, about 18% more than normal.

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