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New SNAP changes will come into effect May 1

New SNAP changes will come into effect May 1

  • Updated Apr 27, 2026

On May 1, new requirements go into effect for certain people attempting to get SNAP benefits.

0:47
Changes to SNAP benefit eligibility set to begin in May

Changes to SNAP benefit eligibility set to begin in May

  • Updated Apr 25, 2026
Changes to SNAP benefit eligibility set to begin in May
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Changes to SNAP benefit eligibility set to begin in May

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Apr 25, 2026

Some believe this could leave thousands without benefits, but the Illinois Department of Human Services is working to hire more employees to help people access SNAP.

1:12
Hundreds of advocates urge IL lawmakers to save their SNAP benefits amid federal cuts

Hundreds of advocates urge IL lawmakers to save their SNAP benefits amid federal cuts

  • Updated Apr 14, 2026

Advocates across the state were in Springfield Tuesday, calling on state lawmakers to save SNAP benefits for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.

0:57
IL lawmakers propose modernized SNAP benefits card to prevent fraud

IL lawmakers propose modernized SNAP benefits card to prevent fraud

  • Updated Mar 4, 2026

Illinois Senate Democrats hope to tackle SNAP benefit fraud by requiring the state to use smart chip cards instead of traditional EBT cards.

2:02
New SNAP changes set to go into effect in February

New SNAP changes set to go into effect in February

  • Updated Feb 2, 2026

On Feb. 1, a group of SNAP recipients will have to complete an extra step to stay eligible for benefits.

0:30
Illinois residents encouraged to check SNAP exemptions before changes take effect

Illinois residents encouraged to check SNAP exemptions before changes take effect

  • Updated Jan 26, 2026
Illinois residents encouraged to check SNAP exemptions before changes take effect
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Illinois residents encouraged to check SNAP exemptions before changes take effect

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Jan 26, 2026

Changes to SNAP benefits are less than a week away, and federal changes mean many Illinoisans with qualifying status will change Feb. 1. 

1:58
Kroger launches new program offering 20% off fresh produce

Kroger launches new program offering 20% off fresh produce

  • Updated Jan 12, 2026

The Kroger Company launched its Verified Savings Program that provides a 20% discount on fresh fruits and vegetables to recipients of various …

Kroger launches new program offering 20% off fresh produce
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Kroger launches new program offering 20% off fresh produce

  • Doug Wolfe
  • Updated Jan 12, 2026

The Kroger Company launched its Verified Savings Program that provides a 20% discount on fresh fruits and vegetables to recipients of various government assistance programs, including SNAP, WIC and Medicaid.

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