New SNAP work requirements put thousands in Illinois at risk of losing benefits
New federal rules now require certain adults, veterans, and people without housing to work or volunteer 80 hours a month or face a three-month limit on food assistance, with the Greater Chicago Food Depository warning roughly 120,000 Illinois residents could be affected.
New federal rules now require certain adults, veterans, and people without housing to work or volunteer 80 hours a month or face a three-month limit on food assistance, with the Greater Chicago Food Depository warning roughly 120,000 Illinois residents could be affected.
Chicago's Tuco & Blondie celebrates 10 years in business
One Chicago Mexican restaurant not only has Cinco de Mayo to celebrate this month, but also 10 years in business!
One Chicago Mexican restaurant not only has Cinco de Mayo to celebrate this month, but also 10 years in business!
Chicago taco spot’s Cinco de Mayo charity drive sparks debate
Tacombi plans to donate 100% of its Cinco de Mayo sales to build a school in Mexico, drawing both praise and criticism from some who question why the funds aren’t staying local.
Tacombi plans to donate 100% of its Cinco de Mayo sales to build a school in Mexico, drawing both praise and criticism from some who question why the funds aren’t staying local.
Food insecurity rises for Chicago families as summer threatens access to meals
With SNAP changes and the school year ending, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is working to support thousands of local children facing food insecurity through its “Keep Kids Nourished” campaign.
With SNAP changes and the school year ending, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is working to support thousands of local children facing food insecurity through its “Keep Kids Nourished” campaign.
“Food Roots” documentary highlights AAPI heritage through cuisine
Restaurateur Billy Dec discusses his award-winning film “Food Roots,” which explores how food preserves cultural identity as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month begins.
Restaurateur Billy Dec discusses his award-winning film “Food Roots,” which explores how food preserves cultural identity as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month begins.
USDA issues health alert for frozen pizza sold nationwide at Aldi stores due Salmonella concerns
A health alert has been issued by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for a frozen pizza brand sold nationwide at Aldi stores because of possible Salmonella contamination.
A health alert has been issued by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for a frozen pizza brand sold nationwide at Aldi stores because of possible Salmonella contamination.
How to help provide nutritious meals for Chicago kids this summer
When school ends, so do meals for many kids. FOX 32 Cares and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are stepping in to help fill the gap. Here's how you can help.
When school ends, so do meals for many kids. FOX 32 Cares and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are stepping in to help fill the gap. Here's how you can help.
Check your ID: Firehouse Subs giving away free sandwiches to people with this name
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Dementia risk linked to everyday food millions eat, study suggests
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
Ghirardelli recalls hot cocoa, other products over possible salmonella concerns
Ghirardelli is recalling hot cocoa and other drink mixes over possible salmonella contamination. Here’s what to know.
Ghirardelli is recalling hot cocoa and other drink mixes over possible salmonella contamination. Here’s what to know.
Former Texas Chick-fil-A employee charged in $80K refund scheme using mac and cheese
A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.
A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.
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 1st
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1st.
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1st.
Bonbons sold in 40 states recalled over undeclared walnuts
A popular gourmet chocolate product sold across the United States is being recalled after a labeling error failed to disclose the presence of walnuts, according to the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
A popular gourmet chocolate product sold across the United States is being recalled after a labeling error failed to disclose the presence of walnuts, according to the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Wine on the Fox brings great drinks and fun to Chicago suburbs
Wine on the Fox returns to suburban Oswego this weekend with award-winning wine and great views.
Wine on the Fox returns to suburban Oswego this weekend with award-winning wine and great views.
Chicago's Original Rainbow Cone prepares for 100th anniversary, celebrates signature 5-slice cone
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Chicago's Original Rainbow Cone prepares for 100th anniversary, celebrates signature 5-slice cone
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Roadkill found in freezer at Chinese restaurant, police say
Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.
Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.
How Dave Portnoy’s 7.5 review nearly tripled pizza sales at Almost Home Tavern | ChicagoNOW
After Barstool’s Dave Portnoy dropped a solid 7.5 on this Wrigleyville tavern-style, the game changed for Chef Josh Bushnick and his team at Almost Home Tavern. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we talk to Chef Josh to hear the "aftermath" of the Dave Portnoy review and give the kitchen a chance to respond.
After Barstool’s Dave Portnoy dropped a solid 7.5 on this Wrigleyville tavern-style, the game changed for Chef Josh Bushnick and his team at Almost Home Tavern. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we talk to Chef Josh to hear the "aftermath" of the Dave Portnoy review and give the kitchen a chance to respond.