Illinois Dept of Human Service: Snap Benefits

 

Illinois Department of Human ServicesJB Pritzker, Governor · Dulce M. Quintero, Secretary

SNAP Federal Impact Center

 

As of Friday evening, the Trump Administration has not complied with court orders to provide full funding for November SNAP benefits. Without this federal funding, Illinois cannot distribute full benefits for November. IDHS stands ready to quickly issue full benefits as soon as the Trump Administration fulfills the courts' orders and transfers the required funds. Partial benefits are being paid. Those who are regularly scheduled to receive benefits Nov. 1 through Nov. 6 will receive partial benefits over the next six days, with Nov. 1 benefits loading on Nov. 7, Nov. 2 benefits loading on Nov. 8, etc. Customers who ordinarily would receive their SNAP benefits on Nov. 7 or later will receive a partial benefit on their regular date. Due to the USDA changing their guidance on partial benefits late on Nov. 5, some customers may receive an additional partial benefit payment after their first, scheduled dates. NOTE: For some customers, the federal administration's requirements will leave them with no benefit for November.

SNAP is 100% federally funded, and the Trump Administration delaying, reducing, or entirely eliminating payments affects all 1.9 million recipients in Illinois. The State does not have the budgetary ability to replace these vital resources. Benefits left on cards from previous months can still be used.

We understand that the uncertainty around SNAP benefits is deeply concerning for families across Illinois. IDHS is committed to keeping families informed and supported as this situation continues to evolve in the courts and at the federal level.

Above is from:  IDHS: SNAP Federal Impact Center

Use above address for any updates.

Stellantis changes Belvidere plan to 2027 and a different model

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WIFR: Boone County Clerk is sentenced

BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - Former Boone County Clerk and Recorder Julie Bliss will spend time behind bars for stealing from the county.

On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Bliss pleaded guilty to one count of theft of government property and two counts of official misconduct.

Bliss is sentenced to four years of probation and 180 days, or about six months, in the Boone County Jail.

Former Boone Co. Clerk Julie Bliss sentenced for theft of government property

The plea and sentence were negotiated by the Public Integrity Unit of the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

In 2023, Bliss was accused of using a county credit card for personal purchases at Walmart, Farm and Fleet and Amazon; as well as using county funds to pay off personal debt and stole cash.

Bliss Case may finally be over

The felony case against Boone County Recorder and Clerk, Julie Bliss , may finally becoming to an end. The case against Bliss was initiates on August 31, 2023  A plea deal will be presented to Judge Paccagnini on September 2, 2025.  Subject to the judge’s approval the case maybe finally concluded after two years.

For further details go to:  Boone County, IL | Case Information

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Rockford Y takes management of Belvidere YMCA

July 15, 2025

The YMCA of Rock River Valley is excited to announce a new and promising partnership that will strengthen the YMCA mission and broaden our impact. Effective July 7, 2025, the YMCA of Rock River Valley assumed management responsibilities for the Belvidere Family YMCA in partnership with its Board of Directors.

This collaboration represents a strategic step toward greater sustainability, improved services, and broader community outreach.

“By partnering and sharing resources, we can help expand YMCA membership, programs and services in Boone County, which strengthens the YMCA movement for all,” said Brent Pentenburg, CEO, YMCA of Rock River Valley.

Belvidere Family YMCA Executive Director, Cherie Dollinger, has joined the YMCA of Rock River Valley and will remain an on-site leader at the Belvidere Y. Both Ys will remain independent under the management agreement.

“The Y has strong roots in Belvidere, having first opened in 1903 and with an expansion in 1967,” said Dollinger. “We’ve seen a decline in our membership, making it difficult to operate independently. This partnership brings fresh ideas and more resources to our community, so we can work on growing our membership and financial support.”

Through this partnership, both YMCAs will work together to advance the mission and identify opportunities to enhance impact. As always, Belvidere Family YMCA members are able to use YMCA of Rock River Valley facilities through Nationwide Membership.

3rd Final Pre-trial Court Meeting in Julie Bliss felony case

July 31, 2025 is the final pre-trial.  Will the trail date actually be arranged then?  This felony case against the Boone County States Attorney was “initiated on 8-31-2023.

 

SEE:  Boone County, IL | Case Information