Millions of Americans rely on federal assistance for access to nutritious food. Here's who's impacted as funds dry up in the government shutdown.

States are warning struggling Americans who rely on food stamps to pay for groceries that they may miss out on benefits come November. "Starting October 16, SNAP [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program] benefits will not be paid until the federal ...

(NEXSTAR) – Those who rely on food assistance may be feeling uneasy as lawmakers predict the federal government shutdown, which started on Wednesday, will last for at least a week. Both SNAP and WIC are run by the United States Department of Agriculture ...

It's not clear when millions of families will get November SNAP benefits, even after judges ruled the government needs to make partial payments.

"I am doing everything in my power to soften the blow of the destruction Republicans in Washington are inflicting on our state."

It was also stated that small businesses will take a hit from the loss of SNAP benefits. For every $1 used, about $1.50 is generate in the local economy, according to Birmingham City Councilor LaTonya Tate.