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New Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) rules are going into effect on Saturday, even as benefits will already not be issued through November without federal funding due to the
"We are truly in uncharted waters right now," says one area food bank official, as new guidance throws even partial food assistance payments into doubt for some families, and increases delays for all.
The U.S. government pays out $100 billion a year in food assistance to 42 million Americans through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program—funds that were set to lapse and may still be delayed or suspended because of the government shutdown.
Donald Trump reversed his decision on SNAP after two federal judges ordered the USDA to unlock emergency funds.
New York State Police arrested Bonnie Crevier, 53, of Jay on Sunday on multiple charges related to their investigation into suspected welfare fraud. Police were notified of the possible fraud by the Essex County Department of Social Services in August.
Texas Democrat Jolanda Jones criticized President Donald Trump for previously sharing an AI-generated video while SNAP benefits will only be half funded for November.
Some people come to 'A Place at the Table' in Raleigh to get meals for themselves and their families. The restaurant may start seeing more foot traffic as SNAP benefits are in limbo and the government shutdown enters another week.
Diane Ladd, the Oscar-nominated actor best known for her roles in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989), Wild At Heart (1990), Rambling Rose (1991), and Joy (2015), has died. She was 89. Ladd’s daughter, Oscar-winning actor Laura Dern, announced the star’s passing in a statement on Nov. 3. ...