A new set of work guidelines for SNAP recipients kicked in Sunday, Feb. 1. Here's a breakdown of changes to benefits.

Before now, Illinois had a work requirement waiver for what the law defines as able-bodied adults who applied for SNAP ...

State data obtained by the Sun-Times identifies where SNAP recipients say they work as expanded employment requirements could push as 400,000 off the food assistance program this spring.

A change in requirements to receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could affect upwards of 340,000 Illinoisans.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of 2025 included major overhauls of the program, which impact its funding, eligibility ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - On Feb. 1, a group of SNAP recipients will have to complete an extra step to stay eligible for ...

Unity Cupboard has increased its supply from Midwest Food Bank and received a truck from U-Haul to keep up with increased ...

The new law expands which adults are subject to SNAP’s three-month time limit.

Up to 340,000 Illinoisians are at risk of losing their benefits with the new requirements, according to the Illinois Department of Human Services.

Savannah State swept by Illinois Springfield ...

Meals on Wheels Chicago is making it easy for adults to volunteer and meet the requirements to be eligible for SNAP benefits.