In a dramatic turn of events, federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to continue funding SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, as states like Virginia implement emergency measures to ensure food assistance continues for millions of Americans.

The Breathing Association, a Columbus-based nonprofit that helps 15,000 people with utility costs, faces closure due to the federal government shutdown, funding uncertainty.

Federal workers are days away from missing their second paycheck during the government shutdown, but there's no sign that lawmakers in Washington are closing in on a deal.

The State House on Wednesday. Rhode Island is ranked fifth in public safety spending per capita and per personal income, which is 1.4 times and 1.8 times greater than that of other New England states, respectively.

The Trump administration said SNAP benefits will be partially paid in November. Here's what that means for Illinois.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it will be distributing about 50% of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to recipients this weekend.