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Federal food assistance changes threaten SNAP benefits for thousands of Illinoisans
Under Trump's "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act," work requirements to qualify for SNAP benefits have been expanded.
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SNAP work requirements and check-ins may limit eligibility for Illinois
Illinois residents may lose SNAP benefits under new eligibility guidelines, but those who are disabled or elderly will still ...
New eligibility requirements for Illinois SNAP recipents
Fewer Illinois residents may be eligible for the food assistance program SNAP under the latest policy plan signed into law by ...
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Trump’s ‘big bill’ takes center stage in Illinois’ U.S. Senate race
With major future cuts to social service programs now written into law, Democrats seeking Illinois’ open U.S. Senate seat in 2026 are hitting the campaign trail seeking to position themselves among ...
Reps. Foster and Casten, food bank leaders slam federal SNAP changes during Geneva event
On Thursday, elected officials, as well as food bank and food pantry leaders, discussed the local effects of changes to the ...
Millions of dollars stolen from Illinois SNAP beneficiaries, records show
Retiree John Biardo recently got a devastating surprise when his Illinois Link account was drained by scammers, and he's far ...
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Illinois congressmen split on ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Illinois lawmakers are clashing over the potential impact of the reconciliation bill on communities that rely on Medicaid and ...
Demand for Meals on Wheels for seniors expected to jump as other public supports shrink
As elderly Americans begin to lose SNAP and Medicaid under President Trump’s new tax and spending law, providers brace for ...