‘Hopelessness’ among air traffic controllers as government shutdown drags on, expert says

Most air traffic controllers worked six days a week and put in mandatory overtime even before the shutdown, but they have been doing so without paychecks as lawmakers fail to agree on a way to reopen the government.

Phoenix, St. Mary's hold food drive amid SNAP pause
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The city of Phoenix is holding a food drive in partnership with St. Mary's Food Bank to collect donations citywide. The effort is intended to help feed community members in need during the lapse in SNAP benefits.

Workers, travelers at Phoenix Sky Harbor feeling the government shutdown's impact

Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is on a list of airports that will see flight reductions as a result of the ongoing federal government shutdown. While the reductions are scheduled to start on Nov. 7, travelers and workers alike are already feeling the impact of disruptions linked to the shutdown.

Govt shutdown: Flight reductions affect Sky Harbor
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With federal officials ordering flight reductions at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and other high traffic airports across the country, travelers and workers alike are starting to feel the impact of the ongoing federal government shutdown. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach and Brian Webb report.

SNAP pause spurs Phoenix, St. Mary's food drive

The city of Phoenix and St. Mary's Food Bank have partnered to support residents facing food insecurity due to the temporary pause in SNAP benefits caused by the government shutdown.

Trump must fully fund SNAP benefits in November, federal judge orders

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ordered the Trump administration to find the money to fully fund SNAP benefits for November.

FAA airspace closures: How each airline is responding

Several airlines are offering the option to rebook or issue a refund for customers whose flights are impacted by the reductions.

Sky Harbor travelers battle shutdown-related delays
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Flights are about to get a little more complicated for travelers as the FAA is cutting air traffic by 10% at major airports including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach caught up with travelers at the airport.

FAA reduces air traffic by 10% at 40 airports - See the list

The FAA is reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning Friday. The impact will affect travelers in 27 states and Washington, D.C.

United Airlines to offer refunds because of shutdown-caused flight restrictions

United Airlines customers with flights booked to travel during the government shutdown will be eligible for a refund, CEO Scott Kirby told employees in a memo on Wednesday.

Delta to cut some flights under FAA plan, offering flexibility for flyers

Delta Air Lines will comply with an FAA order to cut flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, likely including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, while offering flexible options for travelers affected by the reductions.

SNAP benefits: Here's how much payments will be in November

SNAP allotments for November have been revealed and here is the highest amount of monthly food assistance recipients can receive.

Nonprofit helping families feed their pets during SNAP benefit pause
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A nonprofit in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is working to help families keep and feed their pets as the government shutdown continues. FOX's Abril Preciado dives into how the SNAP reduction is affecting pets.

Sky Harbor travelers battle shutdown-related delays, cancellations
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Travelers flying in and out of Phoenix are already seeing the effects of the FAA ordering a reduction in flights amid the ongoing government shutdown. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz hears from a few stranded travelers.

What are the busiest airports in the US?

On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.

FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled

The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.

Dept. of Transportation could close some airspace next week amid shutdown, Duffy warns

With flight delays on the rise nationwide, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautions that the situation may get worse the longer the government shutdown continues.

Trump blames shutdown for overwhelming Democratic election win

Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.