Houston’s poverty problem hits students hard — This could change things

HOUSTON — Poverty levels in Houston are high, with new census data ranking Houston just below Philadelphia and New York. Kroger is now stepping up to take aim at that disparity through a new partnership with the University of Houston.

The Cougar Cupboard is in the middle of a restock, loading the shelves with free items University of Houston students like Jaycob Perales may need.

“Cougar Cupboard here is a great place to go for resources,” he said…

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