The ripple effect: U.S. grocers and convenience store operators say their sales fell immediately after the federal government halted SNAP food assistance benefits on Nov. 1. (AP Video: Jessie Wardarski/Nick Ingram)
The federal government shutdown has created delays in some states when it comes to the program that helps millions of families heat and cool their homes. Gerard Berry got emergency funds last winter when he was sick with stomach cancer. (AP Video by Robert Bukaty, Produced by Patrick Aftoora-Orsagos)