SNAP funding ending during government shutdown: How you can help
If no deal is reached in Washington, SNAP benefits, funds that help pay for groceries, could run out for families across the country. Here is how you can help.
Government shutdown could impact heating assistance for Minnesotans as cold weather nears
The federal government shutdown could impact Minnesota heating assistance this winter. The state of Minnesota has not yet received new funds for the 2025-2026 winter season, and payments for heating bills, emergency fuel deliveries, and furnace repairs will be delayed, the Minnesota Department of Commerce says.
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Need for increased security at MN Capitol building
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Threats at MN Capitol more than doubled in 2025
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Pres. Trump delivers remarks in Japan
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Food shelves brace for SNAP benefits ending
With the government shutdown dragging on, Minnesota is bracing for the end of grocery benefits for hundreds of thousands of residents.
Minnesota SNAP benefits end Saturday: State offers some relief
With the government shutdown dragging on, Minnesota is bracing for the end of grocery benefits for hundreds of thousands of residents.
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Food shelves prepare for SNAP benefit pause
SNAP benefits for 440,000 Minnesotans could be paused starting Nov. 1 if the government shutdown continues. Gov. Tim Walz announced $4 million in emergency funding as food shelves anticipate being overrun by upcoming visits. FOX 9’s Lauren Andrego has more on the story.
SNAP aid at risk: What Minnesota is doing
The ongoing government shutdown means SNAP benefits for roughly 440,000 Minnesotans will be halted on Nov. 1. To help manage the gap, Gov. Tim Walz released $4 million in emergency funding for food shelves. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has more on the story.
DoorDash offers free services for SNAP recipients amid government shutdown
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Gov. Walz announces $4 million for MN food shelves [RAW]
Gov. Tim Walz announced $4 million in emergency funding for Minnesota food shelves as the ongoing government shutdown threatens to cut off SNAP benefits for countless Minnesota families.