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Could you live off of $438 a week?
Daryl Paranada Oct 22, 2012
The poverty threshold for a family of four was $22,811 last year according to Census data. Do you think you could survive on just $1,900 per month? Try our interactive poverty simulation to find out.
Is personal responsibility the key to ending poverty?
John Ketchum Oct 5, 2012
Two takes from experts on both sides of the political spectrum on why people are poor and what they can do about it.
Rich and poor in San Diego speak out on wealth gap
Tom Fudge Oct 5, 2012
Residents of San Diego's wealthiest and poorest neighborhoods reflect on opportunity, responsibility and the American Dream.
Falling into poverty: A family’s story
Jolie Myers Oct 5, 2012
Clifford Fleischbein and DeeDee Varner used to make $250,000 a year. They're now living just above the poverty line in San Diego.
A car can transport people out of poverty
Shereen Marisol Meraji Oct 12, 2012
When you're poor, car trouble can spiral out of control -- but for those without access to public transportation, a car is essential.
Comedian puts the funny in frugality
Tess Vigeland Oct 5, 2012
Comedian Juston McKinney grew up poor. Many of his jokes have to do with being a poor kid and how living middle class now hasn't solved all of his problems.
Pretending to be poor can change your perspective
Krissy Clark Oct 6, 2012
Poverty simulation exercises confront participants with empty wallets, tough choices, and a better understanding of low-income people.
Young, poor and creative in San Diego
Jolie Myers Oct 5, 2012
Kids growing up in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego weigh in on their community through photos and videos
Law against panhandling ruled too harsh
Krissy Clark Sep 28, 2012
An Arcata, California ordinance did not allow non-aggressive requests for money, including signs, in many parts of town. But that all changed when a judge ruled the mandate unconstitutional.
Census data shows wealth and poverty of California cities
Shereen Marisol Meraji Sep 24, 2012
Fresno, California is one of the nation's poorest regions. Just three hours away, San Jose is one of the richest.
