The United States is in the first day of a federal government shutdown , and many nonessential government services are impacted.

Congress failed to pass a measure Tuesday to temporarily fund the government by the Oct. 1 deadline after Democrats and Republicans were at an impasse on health care policy.

Over 750,000 federal employees will likely be furloughed, according to the Congressional Budget Office. Furloughs and potential layoffs would halt some government functions, while others will continue, such as certain public health work at the FDA and USDA.

Every shutdown is different, and the effects of it will depend on how long it lasts.

Here’s what Nevadans need to know about the effects of the shutdown.

Travelers can expect to see some delays at Harry Reid International Airport, suc

See Full Page