Unemployment rising throughout Illinois
Job creation is down in all but three of Illinois’ metro areas
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May Day protests across Illinois link labor, immigration rights and anti-war calls
Over 50 rallies across the state drew tens of thousands of protesters to bring attention to local issues.
Moore: New study lays out case for Illinois millionaires tax
A new study found that a 3% surcharge on income over $1 million could raise more than $4.2 billion annually ...
Penny shortage causes headaches for retailers in the Land of Lincoln
Retailers are still waiting for guidance on how to deal with the penny shortage.
It’s not just Chicago. Downstate public transit agencies face funding challenges
Downstate public transportation agencies in Illinois face funding shortfalls as lawmakers debate reforms
U of I soybean lab’s pending closure due to USAID cuts hinders global disease research
The Soybean Innovation Lab operated by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is set to close after its federal funding was ...
As budget tightens, report finds Illinois better prepared for recession than in recent past
A report highlights Illinois' improved fiscal position, credit ratings, and economic strategies to better manage future recessions compared to past ...
In final public transit hearing, downstate operators join chorus for more state funding
In a final public transit hearing, downstate Illinois transit agencies joined Chicagoland operators in requesting more state funding to avoid ...
Researchers suggest more state funding for schools would help lower property taxes
Researchers propose boosting state education funding and consolidating local governments to reduce Illinois property taxes and stimulate economic growth.
Senate Democrats send minimum wage bill to House
A bill to raise Illinois’ minimum wage passed the state Senate on partisan lines Thursday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker made ...
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