The revised benefits, set to impact approximately 42 million Americans, come as the federal government’s funding standoff extends into its 36th day, surpassing the previous record for the longest shutdown in U.

CHARLESTON, W.Va . (WVVA) – Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Thursday that West Virginia has released more than $11 million to food banks as the federal government shutdown halts SNAP benefits.

For 35 days, most federal workers have gone without pay as money dries up across critical agencies. Even if the shutdown ends, it's unlikely funding would return in time for Hoosiers to receive full SNAP benefits by Nov.

With SNAP funding interrupted by the government shutdown, food pantries like Schaumburg Township’s are seeing a surge in need and asking for community support to keep their shelves stocked.

Millions of Americans are hurting from the shutdown, with thousands of federal workers missing paychecks, SNAP recipients not receiving funds to eat, and those looking to fly facing delays.

Congressman Cleo Fields spoke to a packed room during a town hall meeting about the federal government shutdown in downtown Shreveport on Tuesday.

From churches to Chicago Animal Care and Control, the local community is coming together in an effort to help those struggling without Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits during the government shutdown.