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Here’s where SNAP recipients can find free, discounted meals in the Chicago area

The government shutdown is pausing federal food aid for millions across the country and several Chicago restaurants are working to help.

Chicago residents, restaurants offer meals for people left without SNAP funds

The White House plans to fund about half the expected SNAP food assistance this month amid the government shutdown. It’s unclear when those dollars will reach Chicago households.

Manny's Deli offering free meals to SNAP recipients affected by gov. shutdown

Manny's Deli in the South Loop will give a free family meal to customers who are impacted by the ongoing government shutdown.
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SNAP benefits remain on hold for 2M Illinoisans despite court rulings, agency says

Despite court orders to distribute SNAP benefits, state officials said the funds remain on hold for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.

SNAP has provided grocery help for 60-plus years. Here’s how it works.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is a major piece of the U.S. social safety net used by nearly 42 million, or about 1 in 8 Americans, to help buy groceries.

Gov. Pritzker to sign order supporting Illinois residents who rely on SNAP benefits

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Governor JB Pritzker is set to sign that executive order Thursday supporting people who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, in the state just days before the program is set to run out of money. Nearly two million people in Illinois use SNAP benefits.
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