The government says it will tap into contingency funds to at least partially support SNAP benefits for November, after being compelled by the courts to do so. But funding won't continue past then.

With the government heading into its second month of shutdown, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente has announced extended hours for those recipients affected by the loss of SNAP Benefits.

Nearly every facet of the central Ohio community has come together to feed families as the federal government shutdown has become the longest in history.

Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna has called on Speaker Mike Johnson to reopen the House of Representatives to vote on a bill aimed at funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), as millions of Americans face potential interruptions in benefits amid the ongoing government shutdown.

Meanwhile, Maine Sen. Susan Collins said she is negotiating with a bipartisan group on a potential compromise to end the government shutdown, although any deal would have to be endorsed by Democratic and Republican leaders.

Local political leaders and food security advocates are urging action to extend food sharing benefits as the government shutdown enters its second month.

Over 40 million Americans rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits, including nearly three million New Yorkers.

New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham calls lawmakers back to Roundhouse for one-day special session to deal with food benefits