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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Govt shutdown ends, but economic fallout and political tensions linger
As federal offices reopen, Washington faces lasting economic uncertainty and fresh political turmoil in the shutdown’s aftermath.
Here's when IL SNAP recipients will receive their full November payments
After the 43-day federal government shutdown, Illinois says nearly two million residents will see their full November SNAP benefit payments soon.
Illinois SNAP benefits: Here's when recipients will receive their full November payments
After the 43-day federal government shutdown, Illinois says nearly two million residents will see their full November SNAP benefit payments soon.
One bin, one sign, one mission: How a Little Free Pantry is filling the SNAP gap in Chicago’s south suburbs
A Homewood woman turned her front yard into a “Little Free Pantry," creating a quiet, grassroots hub where neighbors can pick up food and essentials no longer covered by shrinking SNAP benefits.
How a Little Free Pantry is filling the SNAP gap in Chicago’s south suburbs
A Homewood woman turned her front yard into a “Little Free Pantry," creating a quiet, grassroots hub where neighbors can pick up food and essentials no longer covered by shrinking SNAP benefits.
Trump's USDA wants states to undo SNAP payments
The ongoing government shutdown is affecting the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and the nearly 42-million people who rely on it are facing new disruptions in receiving their benefits tonight.
Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts
President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.
Partial SNAP benefits being paid to Illinois recipients for November, officials say
Partial SNAP benefits were being paid to nearly 2 million Illinois customers, state officials said.
Supreme Court order blocks funds for SNAP payments
The Supreme Court just let the Trump administration hold back $4B in food aid.
Trump ordered to fully fund SNAP, Californians wake up to full EBT cards
Many Californians were waking up Friday to good news: Their EBT food assistance cards were full.
SNAP latest: SCOTUS issues emergency order temporarily blocking full funding for aid program
A federal appeals court had left an order in place that required the Trump administration to provide full SNAP benefits for November amid a U.S. government shutdown.
Chicago mayor testifies before U.N. on Trump immigration raids, SNAP cuts
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson urged the U.N. on Friday to investigate the Trump administration's federal immigration crackdown and SNAP cuts.
Chicago mayor testifies before U.N. about Trump administration
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson urged the U.N. on Friday to investigate the Trump administration's federal immigration crackdown and SNAP cuts.
Support for pet owners impacted by SNAP cuts
Despite a federal judge ordering SNAP benefits to resume this afternoon, many families have struggled.