Illinois’s Economic Policies Are Destroying Opportunity. ... Adam writes about state and local policy and urban economic issues. Follow Author. Feb 21, 2025, 08:48am EST. Share. Save.

The result of the coal decline is a shifting economy and a shrinking population. ... Illinois coal towns face economic challenges. NAT WILLIAMS Illinois Farmer Today Nov 11, 2021 ...

(The Center Square) – A Central Illinois economic council is aiming to develop the region’s workforce in challenging times. The current Illinois economic story includes higher unemployment ...

Overall, the study ranked Illinois 40th for its state economy but dead last in the economic health category. “Fifty-one out of 50 states and Washington, D.C. ,” said Lugo.

A recent ABC News poll found those three issues ranked high in importance for U.S. adults this cycle, with 89% of respondents listing the economy as their top issue.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is among the governors of 7 states taking executive action to evaluate how the Trump administration's tariff policies will affect the economy.

The biggest transportation challenges facing our communities in northeastern Illinois have revolved around sustainable resources. Over the past few decades, our region has had to piece together ...

Through the Advantage Illinois (AI) program, Illinois issued a record 145 low-interest loans totaling $35.7 million to small businesses – nearly 1.5 times the number of loans issued in 2022 and ...

Closures and layoffs present challenges for Illinois economic development By Jim Talamonti | The Center Square Aug 8, 2024 Updated Aug 8, 2024 ...

Overall, the study ranked Illinois 40th for its state economy but dead last in the economic health category. “Fifty-one out of 50 states and Washington, D.C.,” said Lugo.

WEST FRANKFORT — The Old King Coal Festival is still held here every year, though coal is no longer king. This community in deep southern Illinois was once awash with so-called black diamonds ...