Mail, flights, and student aid will continue despite the federal shutdown, according to WETM. Postal Service and DMV are unaffected, while TSA agents and air traffic controllers must keep working—though delays could grow if staff call out. FAFSA applications are still being processed for now, but future aid disbursements could face hiccups. SNAP and WIC are safe for October, but risk disruption if the shutdown drags into November. Get the latest headlines delivered to your inbox each morning.