Matthew Lesko has launched a free online tool to help individuals identify federal, state, and local government and ...

Earlier this week, the ongoing government shutdown obtained a dubious honor — at 39 days and counting, it has become the longest government shutdown in the nation’s history. The shutdown began Oct. 1 ...

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As we enter day two of the government shutdown, food banks are making sure they are prepared for a potential influx of new clients. That's because many people are just one paycheck away from needing ...

Mishawaka, Indiana (WSBT) — The government shutdown is continuing to impact food assistance programs. Many are preparing for SNAP benefits to be cut-off as soon as next week. Just this week, food ...

Economic uncertainty, federal funding cutbacks and the end of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF) funding are creating a perfect fiscal storm for local governments. Economically challenged ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program are experiencing a significant impact due to the government shutdown. The Valley Opportunity Council says that they are ...