USDA makes 1,000 arrests in SNAP abuse, will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock more nutritious foods

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on abuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making over 1,000 arrests in a sweeping crackdown. The USDA is also implementing changes which will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock a broader variety of nutritious food.

Utz recalls a variety of potato chip brands for possible salmonella contamination

Potato chip company, Utz Quality Foods, is issuing a recall for five flavors of potato in the United States because they may be contaminated with salmonella from an ingredient used in production. 

Health alert issued for ravioli pasta that may contain shellfish

The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for 32-oz. plastic bag packages containing “Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli."

McDonald’s is quietly ditching a popular in-store feature nationwide

McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.

Second Nature recalls nut mix packages over allergy concerns

Second Nature Brands issued a recall on one of its varieties of nut mixes over the weekend because they may contain undeclared ingredients.

New SNAP work requirements put thousands in Illinois at risk of losing benefits
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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.

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.

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.