Food pantries prepare as SNAP benefits to end in Illinois next month if government shutdown continues

The Illinois Department of Human Services said it was notified last week by the USDA that November benefits won't be funded ...
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Illinois SNAP errors could cost taxpayers up to $700 million in penalties

Illinois risks millions in penalties under new federal law because of errors in determining who qualifies for food assistance ...
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Illinois food banks and farmers worried about SNAP cuts for families, veterans

Advocates say cuts to SNAP benefits outlined in the Big Beautiful Bill will hurt nearly two million people in Illinois.

Illinois quick hits: SNAP to cut Nov. 1 if shutdown continues; Guard-blocking order stays in place

SNAP to cut Nov. 1 if shutdown continues If the federal government shutdown continues past Nov. 1, 1.9 million Illinoisans ...