Launched in December 2024, the Georgia Department of Human Services’ card lock tool lets users lock their EBT cards between purchases to stop unauthorized use.

Georgia rolled out a security lock feature for SNAP cards in December in an effort to curb benefit theft. But six months later, only 6% of households are using it.

Pennsylvanians who receive public benefits now can lock their electronic benefit transfer card when they’re not using it to prevent theft of benefits. The cards, referred to as EBT, are used for ...

State officials remind SNAP recipients to lock cards, change PIN numbers amid nationwide incidents of benefits theft. Andrew McKeever. Andrew McKeever. Digital Producer. Author email; ...

The American chicken industry stands to lose from China’s plan to hit all U.S. goods with an additional 34% tariff and suspend imports from some poultry suppliers. U.S. chicken companies ...

CARRIE Underwood has shared a rare photo of her Nashville estate backyard, with a full chicken coop, after fleeing LA and the American Idol set. The country music singer, 42, made a “surpris… ...

DHS and OSIG are aware of recent instances of SNAP theft in Pennsylvania and nationwide, especially in incidents of card skimming, where SNAP benefits are stolen off EBT cards after they are used ...

As it becomes easier for SNAP benefits to be stolen, DHS is sending a reminder. “Whenever they’re ready to make a transaction, they can unlock it, swipe the card and lock it again.

An experienced Airbnb host thought a converted chicken coop wouldn't lure guests. It's occupied about 65% of the year, and he's happy he was wrong.

To access your chicken coop, you’ll need to build a door or two. This is a fairly simple task. You can use plywood or get a pre-made door. If you choose to go the DIY route, you need to attach ...

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is requesting a USDA waiver to ban SNAP purchases of candy and soft drinks. The proposal aims to improve the diets of low-income residents and address the state's ...