Of the 1,050 new jobs announced, Sprint expects about half to be retail positions and the other half to be filled by wireless experts, network technicians and engineers.

July jobs report shows government employment up, manufacturing down in Illinois

By Michael Lucci

08/21/2015

State jobs data shows Illinois had a net gain of 1,900 payroll jobs in July, driven by an increase in government employment.

TAGS: manufacturing

Another Illinois employer bolts for Indiana

By Austin Berg

08/21/2015

The Land of Lincoln continues to send well-paying jobs to the friendlier business climate next door.

TAGS: Indiana, manufacturing, workers compensation

Manufacturer moves out of Madigan’s backyard, cites unfriendly business climate

By Austin Berg

08/13/2015

Illinois’ middle class is crumbling under the weight of the state’s political and legal classes.

TAGS: manufacturing, Mike Madigan, workers compensation

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New year, outta here: Another Illinois manufacturer seeks refuge in Indiana

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July jobs report shows government employment up, manufacturing down in Illinois

Another Illinois employer bolts for Indiana

Manufacturer moves out of Madigan’s backyard, cites unfriendly business climate

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