TikTok rumors claim Walmart will lock doors Nov. 1 over SNAP cuts. Here’s what’s true, what’s false, and how Washington is helping residents.

Senators have expressed cautious optimism over bipartisan talks to end the shutdown, now on Day 30. Follow live updates here.

Back in Hyattsville, Carter has started to plan for the near future should the government shutdown extend into the holidays.

Congress and state officials are scrambling to continue SNAP benefits despite the shutdown, but the first lapse in food assistance is expected Nov. 1.