GLENDALE, Ariz. — It's a question you probably don't get asked often.A question those living in Glendale Thursday afternoon answered ahead of the 2024 Presidential debate.Counting down the days, Smith said he's looking forward to meeting his son in November.“I feel good, it's gonna be a good time,” said Smith.
That means getting prepared for the life long journey. Smith said he's reading up on parenthood, buying clothes, stocking up on diapers and looking into purchasing a crib.At the same time, he still has to pay for every day needs like groceries, rent and electricity. Trying to balance both has led to Smith taking on side jobs to provide for his new family.
"It's very, very hard to make ends meet," Valenzuela said."Even the professionals that I know are having a hard time." Valenzuela said It's not just the cost for groceries, it's also the cost of his insulin medication and other prescriptions he needs.The economy was a big topic for other people asked in Downtown Glendale. Not only those going into various shops, but also those who run them.
She admits that struggling with drug addiction didn't help her situation. James said she's now more than a hundred days sober and while times are tough she is doing all she can to stay clean.Four people from different walks of life going through issues so many in the Valley are enduring.“That's all I can ask for and pray for," Newsom said.KPNX would like to send you push notifications about the latest news and weather.
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