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Job numbers rise as unemployment falls across most metro areas
Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs have risen in nine metropolitan areas and decreased in five for the period ending September 2024, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Over this same period, unemployment rates decreased in eight areas, increased in five, and remained unchanged in one.
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Illinois sees rise in payroll jobs but stable unemployment rate
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported an increase in nonfarm payrolls by 7,100 jobs in September, while the unemployment rate remained stable at 5.3 percent. This data was based on preliminary information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and released by IDES. A revision to August's figures showed an increase from 800 to 6,700 jobs, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 5.3 percent.
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Disaster unemployment assistance available after July storms impact Illinois counties
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has announced the availability of Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) for individuals in Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will, and Winnebago Counties. This follows a major disaster declaration issued by President Biden on September 20, 2024, due to severe storms and flooding that occurred in July. The DUA benefits are funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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Job growth trends observed across various metro areas in Illinois
Over the year ending in August 2024, total nonfarm jobs increased in eight metropolitan areas, decreased in five, and remained unchanged in one, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). During the same period, unemployment rates fell in nine areas, rose in four, and stayed the same in one.
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Illinois sees rise in payrolls but also higher unemployment rate
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported an increase in nonfarm payrolls by 800 jobs in August, while the unemployment rate rose by 0.1 percentage point to 5.3 percent. This data, based on preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), also included a revision for July's job growth from an initial estimate of 12,900 to 10,300 jobs.
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Illinois sees mixed trends in metro area employment changes
Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs increased in nine metropolitan areas, decreased in three, and remained unchanged in two for the period ending July 2024. This information was released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). During this time, the unemployment rate rose across all fourteen metropolitan areas.
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Illinois sees rise in unemployment but gains in nonfarm payrolls
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has reported an increase in the state's unemployment rate to 5.2% in July, a rise of 0.2 percentage points from June. This comes alongside an increase in nonfarm payrolls by 12,900 jobs during the same period, based on preliminary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Jobs grow in some Illinois metros; unemployment rises statewide
Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs have seen varied changes across metropolitan areas in Illinois. According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), five metropolitan areas experienced job growth, six saw a decrease, and three remained unchanged or nearly unchanged for the year ending June 2024. Notably, all fourteen metropolitan areas reported an increase in unemployment rates.
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Illinois sees rise in unemployment rate amid steady job growth
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported an increase in the state's unemployment rate to 5.0% in June, a rise of 0.1 percentage point from May. The data, based on preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, also indicated an increase of 10,400 nonfarm payroll jobs during the same period.
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Job growth varies across Illinois metro areas
Over the past year, ten metropolitan areas experienced an increase in total nonfarm jobs, while four saw a decrease, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). During this period ending May 2024, the unemployment rate rose in twelve metropolitan areas, decreased in one, and remained unchanged in another.
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Illinois sees slight rise in unemployment despite payroll growth
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has reported a slight increase in the state's unemployment rate for May, which rose by 0.1 percentage point to 4.9 percent. This change comes alongside an increase of 12,700 nonfarm payroll jobs during the same period, based on preliminary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Metro job trends show mixed results; some gains but also notable declines
Over the year ending in April 2024, ten metropolitan areas experienced an increase in total nonfarm jobs, while four saw a decrease, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). The unemployment rate rose in thirteen metropolitan areas and fell in one.
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Illinois reports stable unemployment rate with rise in nonfarm payrolls
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported that the state's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.8% in April, while nonfarm payrolls saw an increase of 7,300 jobs. This data is based on preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and reflects activity for the week including April 12th.
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Illinois sees mixed changes in nonfarm jobs across metro areas
Over the year ending March 2024, total nonfarm jobs saw varied changes across metropolitan areas, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Nine metropolitan areas experienced job increases, four saw decreases, and one remained unchanged. The unemployment rate rose in eleven areas, decreased in two, and stayed constant in one.
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Illinois sees stable unemployment but gains over twelve thousand new jobs
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported that the state's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.8% in March, while nonfarm payrolls saw an increase of 12,700 jobs. This data is based on preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and was released by IDES. The revised unemployment rate for February also stood at 4.8%, with payroll changes adjusted from an initial report of 23,100 to 26,700 jobs.
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Job gains reported in most Illinois metro areas despite rising unemployment rates
Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs have increased in eleven metropolitan areas and decreased in three for the period ending February 2024. This information comes from data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). However, all fourteen metropolitan areas saw an increase in unemployment rates over the same period.
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Illinois sees slight rise in unemployment rate despite job growth
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has reported a slight increase in the state's unemployment rate, which rose by 0.1 percentage point to 4.8% in February. This change comes alongside an increase of 23,100 nonfarm payroll jobs during the same month, according to preliminary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Nonfarm job changes reported across Illinois metro areas as unemployment rates rise
Over the year ending January 2024, total nonfarm jobs saw an increase in eight metropolitan areas, a decrease in five, and remained unchanged in one, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Meanwhile, all fourteen metropolitan areas experienced an increase in unemployment rates.
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Illinois sees stable unemployment rate with slight increase in payroll jobs
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported that the state's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.7 percent in January, while nonfarm payrolls increased by 1,700 jobs. This data, based on preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, shows no change from December's revised unemployment rate of 4.7 percent.
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Illinois residents advised on how to collect their missing 1099-G tax forms
Individuals who are unable to access their 1099-G tax form online or through Teleserve and have not received it by mail can schedule an in-person appointment for pickup at a local Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) office. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.