The office of the City Treasurer explains the benefits of setting up and using Direct Deposit with a Traditional Bank.
http://www.chicagocitytreasurer.com/alternativeBankingFacts.htm
AltaStaff has associates who have set up direct deposit accounts with these local Chicago Banks:
Determine which bank is best for you based on the number of easily accessible ATMs, benefits and fees. Many banks have special rewards for opening a new account and offer free checking with a Direct Deposit enabled account.
Check in at a local branch office to open a checking account with Direct Deposit.