Until the shutdown ends, troops will work without paychecks and federal websites and social media accounts will not be updated. Here’s what you need to know.

Many credit unions have already begun proactive outreach to members, said Haleigh Laverty, spokeswoman for the Defense Credit Union Council. “A shutdown could directly and indirectly affect [credit union] operations, including member paychecks, loan repayments, mortgage and credit card payments,” she said.

The federal government shut down on Wednesday after President Donald Trump and Congress failed to reach an agreement on funding.

Many energy and environmental programs will come to a halt. Flood insurance will lapse. Parks will remain open.

Here's what help is available for members of the military who won’t get a paycheck during the government shutdown.

The federal government shutdown is already putting strain on thousands of local military families, many of whom say they don’t expect another paycheck in October.

The federal government shutdown is expected to delay cash flow from U.S. Department of Agriculture programs to farmers.

A federal memo says agencies should consider reductions in force if the government shutdown lasts long. Jan Carabeo reports from Independence Mall on how the shutdown will affect local workers.