Military families increasingly relying on food banks

A food pantry near Fort Hood is seeing triple the number of military families come through its doors compared to five years ago.

• Dec 13, 2022

First-time food bank users

For our MoneyWatch series "The Uncertain Economy," CBS News' Lana Zak visited a food bank in Baltimore to take a look at how people are coping with increased food prices.

• Aug 23, 2022
• 04:34

Wheat prices soar as India heat wave and Ukraine war squeeze supplies

Experts fear climate change-driven food shortages and inflation could lead to famine, insecurity and economic recession across the globe.

• May 17, 2022

"Face the Nation" explores food insecurity, border crisis

For Easter, "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" explores the global food crisis caused by the war in Ukraine and how a Catholic charity is helping migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

• Apr 17, 2022

War in Ukraine could harm global food supply, World Food Programme head says

Beasley said the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has caused a dramatic increase in the need for food aid around the world.

• Apr 15, 2022

Inflation has more Americans in line at food banks

Hunger-relief groups also are paying more for milk, eggs and other staples needed by families who can't afford them.

• Jan 31, 2022

Nonprofit connects farms with food banks in need

A nonprofit is tackling food waste and climate change by connecting farms that have a surplus in food with food banks in need. Catherine Herridge takes a look.

• Dec 30, 2021
• 02:25

The military vowed to fight food insecurity but many are still struggling

An estimated 160,000 military families experienced difficulty putting food on the table in 2020, according to Feeding America.

• Dec 7, 2021

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• Nov 29, 2020
• 20:40

The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the August 18, 2014 edition

Following yet another night of violence in which three people were shot, the governor of Missouri deployed the state's National Guard to Ferguson.; and, Jeff Glor tells us about a battle to save the world's coral reefs, waged by scientists and explorers armed with some very special cameras.

• Aug 18, 2014
• 21:20

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• May 25, 2020
• 19:51

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• May 14, 2020
• 19:21

Farmers donate surplus milk to food banks

When coronavirus lockdown measures were first implemented, dairy farmers dumped tens of thousands of gallons of surplus milk that was no longer needed for schools and restaurants. Now, that excess milk is being donated to food banks. Carter Evans reports.

• May 25, 2020
• 01:50

How food banks are rising to meet an increasing need

Charities are struggling to find new ways to help record numbers of Americans who are out of work during the pandemic, adding to the millions who already experience food insecurity. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks with food pantries in New York, Maine and California, whose work in their communities is being strained — by increased demand, costlier supplies, and a reduced workforce — and yet has never been more valuable.

• Apr 19, 2020
• 05:38

Pandemic puts strain on food banks

Feeding America, the nation's largest network of food banks, reported a 98% increase in demand during the coronavirus pandemic. Thousands have been forced to wait for hours in long lines at food banks across the country and some have gone hungry. Janet Shamlian reports on how some food pantries in rural America have had to close.

• Apr 13, 2020
• 03:01

Food banks struggle to keep up with demand

As nearly 17 million Americans filed for unemployment in the past few weeks, it is no surprise many are seeking aid at food banks. The escalating demand, however, is barely being met with many fearing a shortage soon. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Apr 11, 2020
• 01:49

Demand surges at food banks amid virus crisis

Desperation is growing by the day for Americans who lost their jobs over the coronavirus pandemic, and an estimated 17 million people could now be facing hunger, in addition to those who already battle it every day. Feeding America, the national organization linking U.S. food banks, estimates it will need an additional $1.4 billion to meet increased needs over the next six months. Mireya Villarreal speaks to a newly unemployed couple in New Orleans who have turned to a food pantry as the virus crisis keeps the city under lockdown.

• Apr 18, 2020
• 02:19

Climbing Mount Everest… at home

Edmund Hillary made history in 1953 when he climbed the summit of Mt. Everest. John Griffin, a man living in England under lockdown with his family, decided to take the feat on himself within the confines of his own home. Jeff Glor reports on the 53-year-old’s more than week-long effort, during which he scaled his home stairs to raise money for U.K. food banks.

• Apr 11, 2020
• 01:55

Seeking shelter

Houston's food bank closed its doors Monday as flooding intensified across the region. Now, the San Antonio food bank is tasked with serving thousands of displaced Texans. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal joins CBSN with more on the efforts of shelters and the food bank -- as well as how evacuees are reacting to the devastation from Harvey.

• Aug 28, 2017
• 03:57

Farmers and food banks face hunger crisis

The pandemic has exposed cracks in America's food system and greatly increased food insecurity nationwide. Growers were “punched in the gut” by COVID-19, and in order to help communities meet an expanding hunger crisis, the U.S. will need to bolster a more “resilient food system.” Food Bank of the Rockies’ Erin Pulling and AppHarvest's Jonathan Webb spoke with the CBS Evening News about what needs to change moving forward to meet the need.

• Apr 2, 2021
• 02:45

Military families receive outpouring of support

Mark Strassmann follows up with military spouses who have relied on food banks during the pandemic. "CBS Evening News" viewers had a strong reaction to the story, donating $600,000 to help feed military families in need.

• Mar 31, 2021
• 01:42

According to a new report, one in seven Americans is receiving food assistance

According to a new report, one in seven Americans is receiving food assistance. But the faces of those struggling to put food on the table may surprise some. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Aug 18, 2014
• 02:28

9-year-old student tells virtual class she is starving

A third grade New Jersey girl burst into tears during her virtual class confessing to teachers and students that she was starving. She is one of about 18 million children nationwide facing food insecurity. Michael George reports.

• Feb 28, 2021
• 02:03

More military families facing hunger amid pandemic

Since the pandemic hit, one study found that nearly 40% of active-duty service members are facing food insecurity, forcing them to rely on food banks to feed their families. Mark Strassmann has more on their struggles.

• Feb 25, 2021
• 02:24

Bipartisan senators work on COVID-19 relief

A bipartisan group of senators is working on a new COVID-19 relief package, as key assistance programs are set to expire at the end of the month. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with the latest.

• Dec 1, 2020
• 07:08

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