She received a $20,000 basic income. Two years later, she's back to working multiple jobs.

Cepia Harper, 43, received $850 a month between 2022 and 2024. She earned a new teaching certification, but is back at a part ...
ABC7 San Francisco

Does universal basic income work? Here's how it changed this SF family's life

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- It's an idea that's sweeping the country: unconditional cash handed out on a monthly basis to families most in need. Universal basic income pilot programs are popping up all ...
The Colorado Sun

Watch: Basic income programs in Denver and beyond at Colorado SunFest 2026

During Colorado SunFest 2026, a panel discussed how feasible basic income programs are in Colorado and across the country.

Debatable: Universal basic income

One progressive idea that predates AI is gaining traction in unusual corners: a government-backed universal basic income for workers displaced by the AI boom. Tesla’s Elon Musk voiced support for the ...
The Conversation

Three reasons universal basic income pilots haven’t led to policy change – despite their success

Universal basic income – a tax-free, unconditional sum of money regularly given to everyone in a society – has repeatedly been shown to help the most vulnerable groups in society. Numerous successful ...
The Colorado Sun

Basic income programs remain popular in Colorado despite steep challenges

Voters have said they support paying a monthly, unconditional stipend for households in need, but budget challenges across the state stand in the way.