WalletHub Ranks Illinois 33rd for Employment
A WalletHub report released October 28 places Illinois 33rd among states for employment, with Missouri ranked 14th.
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November 4, 2026
Pritzker Unveils 75-Page Federal Policy Road MapIllinois Governor JB Pritzker's Day One Agenda urges Congress to act on immigration, digital protection and the federal minimum wage.
October 13, 2026
Jesse Rodriguez Will Run for Illinois 83rd DistrictThe Republican candidate aims to secure the Illinois House seat in the upcoming November 2026 election.
September 30, 2026
Illinois Updated Employer Pay Reporting StandardsThe state modified filing procedures to improve data validity and prepare for potential wage enforcement actions.
September 24, 2026
Illinois Unemployment Rates Shifted in August 2026Statewide and regional labor market data from August 2026 provided a snapshot of employment across Illinois counties.