SNAP benefits in Arizona will not be issued in November: Here's what to know
Hundreds of thousands of Arizonans will not get SNAP benefits for November, as the federal government shutdown continues. Here's more about SNAP, as well as the potential impact of the funding pause.
SNAP: AZ Gov. Katie Hobbs lays blame for benefits pause on President Trump
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is blaming President Donald Trump for the looming SNAP benefits pause. "There are contingency funds specifically for this purpose, and he should release those funds so that people aren't hungry," the governor said. "Instead, he's choosing to use them as leverage."
Phoenix area rally calls for SNAP, WIC protection
In 2024, over a third of Arizonans receiving SNAP benefits were single mothers, and on Oct. 30, a rally calling for the protection of SNAP and WIC benefits was held in Downtown Phoenix. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.
SNAP: AZ Gov. Hobbs visits Phoenix food bank
As fallout from the looming pause in SNAP food assistance benefits continues to accumulate, the demand for food bank services is also increasing. On Oct. 30, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs toured one of the biggest food bank in Arizona, and FOX 10's Brian Webb has more on the visit.
SNAP: States scrambling to fill benefits void
The U.S. government shutdown is approaching the one-month park, and with no end in sight, money for the SNAP food assistance program is set to run out this weekend. Reporter Olivianna Calmes spoke with people who rely on the program, and has more.
SNAP: AZ families step up to help others in need
With SNAP benefits being paused due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, some local families are stepping up to other families in the Phoenix area who rely on the benefits. FOX 10's Marc Martinez has more.
Gov. Hobbs volunteers at St. Mary's Food Bank
The ongoing U.S. government shutdown is having an impact on people in need of food assistance, and on Oct. 30, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs volunteered at a Phoenix area food bank, while criticizing President Donald Trump for the looming SNAP benefit cut. FOX 10's Brian Webb reports.
VA says 37,000 employees now furloughed or working without pay due to government shutdown
The Department of Veterans Affairs says 37,000 employees have been furloughed or are working without pay as the government shutdown continues.
SNAP benefits: These states will partially fund food stamps amid shutdown
Some states are taking action to protect food assistance as the federal government plans to suspend SNAP payments starting Saturday.
'Food Bucks Now' provides temporary solution for SNAP recipients
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs announced an emergency, one-time program to help families who depend on SNAP benefits as the federal government remains shutdown. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more on what this program entails.
Emergency program to launch for Arizona SNAP recipients, Gov. announces
Gov. Katie Hobbs is launching a temporary state program, "Food Bucks Now," to provide a short-term lifeline for affected families.
Phoenix businesses providing free, discounted meals for SNAP recipients
Businesses and community groups across the Valley are stepping up to help SNAP recipients, paying it forward to help families in need. FOX 10's Brian Webb has more.
Gov. Hobbs pledges $1.8M for Arizonans losing SNAP benefits
Thousands of Arizonans will lose access to SNAP benefits on Nov. 1, as a freeze on the program goes into effect.
Judge halts Trump administration from firing federal workers during shutdown
A federal judge extended an order preventing multiple federal agencies from laying off government employees.
AZ Senator, politicians respond to looming SNAP shutdown
Arizona politicians are reacting to the Trump administration's announcement that they would not use available funds to continue SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits in November.
Phoenix thrift shop transforms into pantry to help families losing SNAP
With SNAP benefits set to expire Nov. 1, a Phoenix thrift shop is transforming into a free pantry stocked with necessities. This effort, driven by community donations, highlights how local businesses are stepping in to help families losing food budgets.
National Park staff call for Grand Canyon closure amid government shutdown
Over 450 former national park leaders are urging the administration to immediately close all national parks until the government shutdown ends.
Arizona sues over suspension of SNAP benefits
Multiple states, including Arizona, have filed a lawsuit over the suspension of SNAP benefits amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Arizona AG speaks on SNAP suspension
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes held a news conference on Oct. 28, where she discussed a lawsuit that has been filed over the suspension of SNAP benefits amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.