BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — As the federal government shutdown continues, communities across Western New York are feeling the strain, especially those relying on food assistance and mental health services.

On Friday, federal judges in two separate cases ruled that the Trump administration cannot suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during the government shutdown.

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Still, many officials say the situation remains unclear and temporary solutions may not be enough.

At Second Baptist Church in Lackawanna, the shelves of the local food pantry sit nearly empty. Volunteers said it will be open next week, but the uncertainty surrounding federal funding has left many families anxious a

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