Houston Airports gear up for Thanksgiving travel surge following government shutdown
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Houston Airports are bracing for one of the busiest travel periods of the year. This surge in travelers comes on the heels of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
DHS gives $10k to TSA agents who went 'above and beyond' during 43 day government shutdown
The longest government shutdown in American history has officially come to an end after 43 days, and the Department of Homeland Security says it is taking steps to support TSA agents who "went above and beyond" during the unprecedented closure.
FULL VIDEO: President Trump signs bill, ending government shutdown
Watch the full video as President Trump signs a bill ending the government shutdown.
U.S. House passes vote to end government shutdown
On Wednesday night, the U.S. House passed a vote to end the government shutdown.
Trump tells air traffic controllers to ‘get back to work’ as government shutdown drags on
The record-long government shutdown has made air traffic controllers’ jobs even more stressful, leading to fatigue and increased risks.
Houston airports: Check flight delays, cancellations, TSA wait times at Hobby, Bush
How to check flight cancellations, delays and TSA wait times at Bush Airport and Hobby Airport in Houston among the government shutdown.
Flight cuts start today at 40 airports including in Houston
Flight reductions start today at 40 airports across the country, including in Houston, amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Houston's Bush, Hobby airports on FAA list cutting flights among government shutdown
Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airports are among the 40 that will see flights cut starting Friday due to the government shutdown. See the full list.
Houston Food Bank distributions for SNAP recipients, federal workers impacted by shutdown
The Houston Food Bank is holding several special food distributions in November to support SNAP recipients and federal workers who are impacted by the government shutdown. Here's how to register.
November SNAP benefits: How much payments will be amid shutdown
Millions of Americans who rely on SNAP benefits will now have clarity on what they can expect to receive.
FAA reducing flights amid longest government shutdown in U.S. history
The FAA is cutting flights amid the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Here's what we know.
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.
Government shutdown news: Partial SNAP funding; airports impacted
The Trump administration says it'll partially fund SNAP benefits after two judges ordered them to do so during the government shutdown. Meanwhile, FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann gets a look at the shutdown's impact at Houston's Bush Airport where staffing shortages have led to growing wait times.
Looking for food assistance? What to know about TEFAP
You may have seen posts on social media recommending people turn to another USDA food program called TEFAP for food assistance. But what you need to know is that TEFAP doesn’t work the same way as SNAP benefits.
TSA wait times at Houston airports growing
Travelers are being advised to arrive early at Houston airports due to longer than usual wait times to get through TSA security checkpoints.
Americans Blame Everyone for the Shutdown | D.C. Daily
-DAY 34: Government Shutdown. White House plan to pay November SNAP benefits due today. -New polls show Americans blame everyone on Capitol Hill for the shutdown. -President Trump threatening military action against Nigeria.
Wait times increase at Bush, Hobby airports
Wait times at TSA checkpoints at Houston airports have skyrocketed over the weekend.
Government shutdown impacting airports; Trump admin ordered to fund SNAP benefits
FOX 26 photojournalist Chandler Watson gets a look at the backup at one Houston airport as the government shutdown impacts employees. Meanwhile, the White House has until Monday to figure out how to fund SNAP benefits during the shutdown.
Federal government shutdown approaching Week 5 | What's Your Point?
Lawmakers and a "What's Your Point" panelist have predictions on when the government shutdown will end as we approach the record for the longest shutdown.
Week 5 of government shutdown, Houston-area ICE arrests, Harris County pay raise, and more | What's Your Point?
From the approval of a Houston homeless hub to the endless federal finger pointing, FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan talks the latest in local, statewide, and national politics.