With federal food assistance benefits set to shut off on Nov. 1, Gov. Kathy Hochul has so far announced over $100 million in state funds to help cover meals for the three million impacted New Yorkers.

The state funding comes as a federal government shutdown halts November SNAP benefits for over 1 million Ohioans. The plan includes $7 million for food banks and $18 million for families in the Ohio ...

For many individuals, state-run assistance programs can help cover certain Medicare costs, including premiums. Eligibility criteria vary, but your monthly income and resource level are two important ...