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SNAP Benefits to Stop if Government Shutdown Continues B ronx Voice  October 27, 2025  BRONX NEWS - If you rely on SNAP (food stamp) benefits, hearing that a federal government shutdown might stop or delay payments can be scary — and confusing. The good news is, there are things you can do to prepare, stretch what you have, and find help if you need it. Let’s walk through what’s happening and what steps you can take right now. Why SNAP Payments Might Stop SNAP is fully funded by the federal government. That means if Congress doesn’t pass a budget or spending bill, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) can’t send new money to states for benefits. If the shutdown only lasts a few days, you might not notice a difference. But if it drags on, your state may not be able to issue the next month’s benefits. Some states have a little backup funding, others don’t — so the exact timing can vary depending on where you live. Step 1: Check What’s Already on Your Card Start...

Bronx Subway Shooting - Cops ID 2 Gunmen

Bronx Subway Shooters Identified 

The NYPD is searching for this man in connection with a shooting at a Bronx subway station that left 1 man dead and five others wounded. -Photo by NYPD


Purple Clad Suspect Seen Running from Train Holding Gun


By Dan Gesslein 

Bronx Voice

February 13, 2024


BRONX - The NYPD has released photos of the two alleged subway gunmen who killed one man and wounded five others when they opened fire at a Bronx subway station during rush hour yesterday.



The NYPD released new surveillance video which shows the two suspects wanted for the deadly shooting that left a homeless man dead and a group of teens wounded.


One suspect was caught on camera running down the subway platform holding a handgun. He was dressed in a bright purple jacket and purple Du rag.


The NYPD is looking for this man in connection with a mass shooting at a Bronx subway station. -Photo by NYPD
The NYPD is looking for this man in connection with a mass shooting at a Bronx subway station. -Photo by NYPD


Cops said at around 4:47 pm on February 12, the men on a Number 4 train got into an argument inside a subway car. When the train stopped at the Mount Eden station and the doors opened the two men opened fire on each other, cops said.




The hail of bullets struck six people mostly teenagers. 


Cops said 35-year-old Obed Beltran-Sanchez was fatally struck with a bullet.



Investigators did not give a reason for the deadly argument.


Anyone with information in regard to this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the CrimeStoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or on Twitter @NYPDTips. 


All calls are strictly confidential.




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