Illinois used to gain net population from Michigan, but data for recent years indicate that Michigan now gains more residents on net from Illinois.

Newly released Illinois jobs report points to anemic jobs growth and a contracting labor force.

Illinois had the highest black unemployment rate of any state at the end of 2016, holding that distinction for six consecutive quarters, according to analysis by the Economic Policy Institute. The Land of Lincoln also has the largest gap between its white and black unemployment rates.

Nearly 20,000 Illinoisans on net moved to the Hoosier State in 2015.

Hoosier homeowners keep more of their wages as a result of a statewide property tax cap and income tax cuts.