Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
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🏛️ Government
Michigan SNAP recipients will receive only half their usual food benefits because of the federal government shutdown, MDHHS announced Wednesday — those who normally get benefits on the third, fifth or seventh will receive their partial allotment on Nov.
8 while others get benefits on their scheduled dates.
The University of Michigan teamed with Oakland County to use car GPS data to recalibrate traffic signals and reduce delays at 13 intersections in Farmington Hills and Royal Oak—$1.4 million in federal funds will soon support updates at 40 more locations.
This program aims to make roads safer and ease wait times for drivers in our area.
Federal officials announced on Wednesday that air traffic at Detroit Metro Airport will be reduced by 10% amid a government shutdown that began Tuesday.
Some travelers said they worry that restrictions may increase if the shutdown continues — officials will name 40 markets tomorrow — which could disrupt future flights.
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