SNAP benefit changes leave more Illinois families turning to food pantries
Common Pantry explains how recent SNAP benefit changes are affecting Illinois families, why food pantries can't replace federal assistance, and what people who lost benefits should do next.
Common Pantry explains how recent SNAP benefit changes are affecting Illinois families, why food pantries can't replace federal assistance, and what people who lost benefits should do next.
Illinois gives $400 one-time payments to thousands who lost SNAP benefits
Thousands of Illinois residents who were no longer eligible to receive SNAP benefits were going to receive one-time $400 payments.
Thousands of Illinois residents who were no longer eligible to receive SNAP benefits were going to receive one-time $400 payments.
Illinois secures one-year delay on SNAP penalties: What to know
Illinois has won a temporary relief from federal penalties over food assistance program errors, but the costs could add up if the problems persist. Man-Yee Lee of the Greater Chicago Food Depository explains how local families could be affected.
Illinois has won a temporary relief from federal penalties over food assistance program errors, but the costs could add up if the problems persist. Man-Yee Lee of the Greater Chicago Food Depository explains how local families could be affected.
SNAP benefit changes creating 'ripple effect' for local grocery stores
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
SNAP benefit changes creating 'ripple effect' for local grocery stores
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
SNAP changes are impacting local grocery stores
Two weeks after major SNAP changes took effect. Some local grocery stores say they’re already feeling the impact. Lauren Scafidi is following this tonight.
Two weeks after major SNAP changes took effect. Some local grocery stores say they’re already feeling the impact. Lauren Scafidi is following this tonight.
Loaves & Fishes breaks ground on Aurora expansion to meet rising demand
The largest food pantry in Illinois is breaking ground on a major expansion to help meet growing demand — which will allow it to serve up to three times more people in need.
The largest food pantry in Illinois is breaking ground on a major expansion to help meet growing demand — which will allow it to serve up to three times more people in need.
SNAP changes: New program aims to help Illinois residents facing benefit cliff
As federal SNAP work requirements return, a new workforce platform is launching to help Illinois residents build skills and find employment amid looming benefit cuts.
As federal SNAP work requirements return, a new workforce platform is launching to help Illinois residents build skills and find employment amid looming benefit cuts.
150K Illinois households may lose SNAP assistance beginning May 1
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1.
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1.
New SNAP purchase restrictions take effect April 1
A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.
A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.
Illinois to lose $587M due to Trump’s budget bill, pay more for SNAP benefits, report says
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
How Meals on Wheels Chicago is helping after SNAP changes | ChicagoNOW
Meals on Wheels Chicago is launching a new program called Snap Together to support people affected by recent changes to SNAP benefits.
Meals on Wheels Chicago is launching a new program called Snap Together to support people affected by recent changes to SNAP benefits.
New requirements for SNAP benefits begin Feb. 1 — here’s what you need to know | ChicagoNOW
Thousands may lose food support when SNAP rules change next month. The Greater Chicago Food Depository outlines what’s changing and who’s at risk.
Thousands may lose food support when SNAP rules change next month. The Greater Chicago Food Depository outlines what’s changing and who’s at risk.
Greater Chicago Food Depository warns of SNAP work requirement changes | ChicagoLIVE
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is warning that new federal work-reporting requirements could put Illinois SNAP recipients at risk of losing benefits.
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is warning that new federal work-reporting requirements could put Illinois SNAP recipients at risk of losing benefits.
Illinois SNAP benefits restored after shutdown — holiday relief for struggling families
Illinois SNAP recipients are finally receiving their full benefits again after a temporary halt caused by the government shutdown. While the state expects all 1.8 million recipients to be paid by tomorrow, many families are still struggling. To help, Christmas in the Wards surprised dozens of West Side families with $50 food vouchers and plans more giveaways this week.
Illinois SNAP recipients are finally receiving their full benefits again after a temporary halt caused by the government shutdown. While the state expects all 1.8 million recipients to be paid by tomorrow, many families are still struggling. To help, Christmas in the Wards surprised dozens of West Side families with $50 food vouchers and plans more giveaways this week.
Mayor Johnson signs executive order to support SNAP recipients
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order aimed at closing the gap. And across the city, several community groups are stepping up to lend a helping hand.
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order aimed at closing the gap. And across the city, several community groups are stepping up to lend a helping hand.
Mayor Johnson orders citywide action to combat food insecurity amid SNAP changes
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to direct city resources to organizations addressing food insecurity caused by the shutdown, paused SNAP benefits, and new eligibility rules.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to direct city resources to organizations addressing food insecurity caused by the shutdown, paused SNAP benefits, and new eligibility rules.
Greater Chicago Food Depository sees hunger spike after SNAP delays — 'This is our new normal' | ChicagoLIVE
Cameron Matteson from the Greater Chicago Food Depository tells ChicagoLIVE how the SNAP freeze during the government shutdown sent pantry lines soaring. She explains why hunger is still rising even after benefits resume and how Chicagoans are stepping up to help neighbors in need.
Cameron Matteson from the Greater Chicago Food Depository tells ChicagoLIVE how the SNAP freeze during the government shutdown sent pantry lines soaring. She explains why hunger is still rising even after benefits resume and how Chicagoans are stepping up to help neighbors in need.
Illinois state senator blasts Pritzker’s immigration and healthcare policies | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois State Senator Dave Syverson joined ChicagoLIVE on Friday to criticize Governor JB Pritzker’s handling of immigration-related programs — including healthcare for noncitizens and SNAP benefits. Syverson argued that state policies restricting cooperation with ICE have created “chaos,” strained hospitals, and put pressure on law enforcement, while calling for changes to Illinois’ Trust Act and sanctuary laws.
Illinois State Senator Dave Syverson joined ChicagoLIVE on Friday to criticize Governor JB Pritzker’s handling of immigration-related programs — including healthcare for noncitizens and SNAP benefits. Syverson argued that state policies restricting cooperation with ICE have created “chaos,” strained hospitals, and put pressure on law enforcement, while calling for changes to Illinois’ Trust Act and sanctuary laws.
SNAP benefits resume as Chicago food pantries work to meet soaring demand
FOX 32's Gabriella Premus visited a Chicago food pantry helping families who’ve been struggling to find their next meal as SNAP assistance begins to return.
FOX 32's Gabriella Premus visited a Chicago food pantry helping families who’ve been struggling to find their next meal as SNAP assistance begins to return.