Some San Antonians still struggling financially three weeks after government shutdown
Read full article: Some San Antonians still struggling financially three weeks after government shutdownThursday marked three weeks since the federal government officially reopened, and yet, San Antonians are still going to food banks in record numbers.
TSA officers to receive $10,000 bonus post-government shutdown, DHS says
Read full article: TSA officers to receive $10,000 bonus post-government shutdown, DHS saysTransportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who displayed “exemplary service” during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus in appreciation for their work, according to a statement from United States Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) Kristi Noem.
Millions could see doubled premiums as Affordable Care Act tax credits set to expire
Read full article: Millions could see doubled premiums as Affordable Care Act tax credits set to expireCongress remains split on whether to keep the enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits even after President Donald Trump signed a spending bill to end the record government shutdown.
Texas lawmakers react to reopening of government following longest shutdown on record
Read full article: Texas lawmakers react to reopening of government following longest shutdown on recordTexas state and federal lawmakers churned out reactions Wednesday evening, following the end of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
District 8, Pasha Mediterranean Grill serves free meals to TSA officers during government shutdown
Read full article: District 8, Pasha Mediterranean Grill serves free meals to TSA officers during government shutdownSan Antonio District 8 showed appreciation for federal employees affected by the government shutdown by partnering with a local restaurant to provide free meals on Wednesday.
‘This is our livelihood’: Shutdown-ending bill could shut down Texas THC businesses
Read full article: ‘This is our livelihood’: Shutdown-ending bill could shut down Texas THC businessesWithin the legislation to end the longest-ever government shutdown is language that would ban hemp-derived THC products that have anything more than 0.4 milligrams of THC or other cannabinoids that could produce a high per container.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses ongoing government shutdown, possible city funding for Spurs arena
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses ongoing government shutdown, possible city funding for Spurs arenaSan Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joined the KSAT Q&A on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing government shutdown and the city’s possible funding for a Spurs arena after county funding was approved on Nov. 4.
RBFCU donates $25,000 to support San Antonio Food Bank amid SNAP benefits pause
Read full article: RBFCU donates $25,000 to support San Antonio Food Bank amid SNAP benefits pauseRandolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union is partnering with KSAT Community for the “Fill the Truck” event to support the San Antonio Food Bank during the ongoing federal government shutdown.
San Antonio social media influencers resurrect hashtag to fill food pantries amid government shutdown
Read full article: San Antonio social media influencers resurrect hashtag to fill food pantries amid government shutdownGabrielle Gonzales, known online as ‘Siempre San Antonio,’ challenged people on social media to the #FoodiesFillingPantries challenge.
Olla Express Café provides free breakfast to San Antonio families amid ongoing government shutdown
Read full article: Olla Express Café provides free breakfast to San Antonio families amid ongoing government shutdownThis week, Olla Express Café in downtown San Antonio has been providing free breakfast to those in need amid the ongoing government shutdown.
San Antonio airport will not face flight reduction, passengers could feel impacts on connections
Read full article: San Antonio airport will not face flight reduction, passengers could feel impacts on connectionsThe Federal Aviation Administration directed airlines to cut flights at the nation’s 40 busiest airports in response to an ongoing air traffic controller shortage amid the government shutdown.
‘Thank you, San Antonio’: Community donates over $21,000 to Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner
Read full article: ‘Thank you, San Antonio’: Community donates over $21,000 to Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving DinnerSan Antonio tradition, Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner, prepares for increased need and is seeking community support to serve more meals
Volunteers make school field trips to Missions possible, despite government shutdown
Read full article: Volunteers make school field trips to Missions possible, despite government shutdownThanks to a group of volunteers, hundreds of local fourth and seventh graders were given a tour through Mission San Jose despite the ongoing government shutdown.
SA International Airport not seeing significant TSA delays as government shutdown intensifies travel woes
Read full article: SA International Airport not seeing significant TSA delays as government shutdown intensifies travel woesDespite travel woes at airports across the United States spurred by the government shutdown, things remain relatively smooth at the San Antonio International Airport.
‘Fill The Truck’ food drive from KSAT Community, ‘Texas Eats’ seeks community support amid SNAP funding pause
Read full article: ‘Fill The Truck’ food drive from KSAT Community, ‘Texas Eats’ seeks community support amid SNAP funding pauseKSAT Community and Texas Eats are teaming up with the San Antonio Food Bank and Meals On Wheels for a vital “Fill The Truck” food drive on Monday, Nov. 10.
As government shutdown continues, San Antonio’s generosity and spirit remain strong
Read full article: As government shutdown continues, San Antonio’s generosity and spirit remain strongSome San Antonio-area federal workers are on the receiving end for assistance during the government shutdown, but they are also on the giving end, as well.
James Avery, Cavender Grande Ford give away food boxes to families impacted by government shutdown
Read full article: James Avery, Cavender Grande Ford give away food boxes to families impacted by government shutdownAs the government shutdown continues, James Avery and Cavender Grande Ford worked together to help affected federal workers and military personnel by giving away hundreds of food boxes on Tuesday.
City of SA finalizes plan to distribute $1.6M fund to help SNAP recipients amid federal shutdown
Read full article: City of SA finalizes plan to distribute $1.6M fund to help SNAP recipients amid federal shutdownJust days after City of San Antonio leaders said they had raised more than $1.6 million in partnership with local businesses to help SNAP recipients, the city is revealing more details about how the plan would work.
San Antonio nonprofit, downtown church unite to provide free meals during government shutdown
Read full article: San Antonio nonprofit, downtown church unite to provide free meals during government shutdownThrough Friday, “to-go” style meals will be offered to families affected by the shutdown at Travis Park United Methodist Church.
“We don’t know what we’re going to do”: Hundreds without SNAP benefits line up for SA Food Bank distribution
Read full article: “We don’t know what we’re going to do”: Hundreds without SNAP benefits line up for SA Food Bank distributionTwo-thirds of the 353 households that received assistance were there because they had been impacted by the government shutdown, the San Antonio Food Bank said.
‘Fill The Truck’ food drive seeks community support amid SNAP funding pause
Read full article: ‘Fill The Truck’ food drive seeks community support amid SNAP funding pauseKSAT Community and Texas Eats are teaming up with the San Antonio Food Bank and Meals On Wheels for a vital “Fill The Truck” food drive on Monday, Nov. 10.
Alamo Colleges prepares for surge in assistance requests ahead of November SNAP pause
Read full article: Alamo Colleges prepares for surge in assistance requests ahead of November SNAP pauseAs the federal government shutdown threatens to disrupt food assistance programs nationwide, San Antonio College’s Student Advocacy Center is preparing for a surge in demand for its services.
Where San Antonians affected by government shutdown can receive assistance
Read full article: Where San Antonians affected by government shutdown can receive assistanceThe federal government has been in a shutdown for nearly a month, and many families in San Antonio are struggling with the ripple effects.
‘We will not turn anybody away’: West Side nonprofit welcomes SNAP recipients who need help
Read full article: ‘We will not turn anybody away’: West Side nonprofit welcomes SNAP recipients who need helpIt’s an unsettling time for 40 million Americans who won’t get their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in a few days.
More San Antonio residents turning to church food pantries ahead of SNAP benefit pause
Read full article: More San Antonio residents turning to church food pantries ahead of SNAP benefit pauseNonprofits are already seeing an increase in requests for food assistance, and that number could grow even more as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are paused starting Nov. 1.
San Antonio Food Bank prepared to ‘empty the warehouse’ after USDA opts against continuing SNAP benefits
Read full article: San Antonio Food Bank prepared to ‘empty the warehouse’ after USDA opts against continuing SNAP benefitsThe food bank is expecting a 50% increase in demand after the U.S. Department of Agriculture said federal food aid will not be issued on Saturday.
San Antonio federal employees, nonprofits face uncertainty as government shutdown continues
Read full article: San Antonio federal employees, nonprofits face uncertainty as government shutdown continuesIt’s been 23 days since the federal government shut down, and now the second longest shutdown on record. Thousands of federal employees have been furloughed and won’t report to work until the shutdown ends.
San Antonio Food Bank braces for potential surge in demand as federal government shutdown continues
Read full article: San Antonio Food Bank braces for potential surge in demand as federal government shutdown continuesThe need for food and assistance is growing and is expected to continue growing, according to the San Antonio Food Bank.
Firefighters at San Antonio military bases continue working without pay during government shutdown
Read full article: Firefighters at San Antonio military bases continue working without pay during government shutdownMilitary base fire service workers have not been paid in about a month because they’re in a category of workers furloughed during the government shutdown.
SA organizations that provide services to seniors, children could be impacted by possible federal government shutdown
Read full article: SA organizations that provide services to seniors, children could be impacted by possible federal government shutdownFood deliveries to homebound seniors and childcare are a couple of federally funded programs that could be impacted by a possible government shutdown.