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Illinois’ unemployment rate remains stable in March

By: Kenda Burrows|April 23, 2024
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    While Illinois’ nonfarm payrolls grew by 12,700 jobs in March, the state’s unemployment rate remained flat at 4.8%, according to statistics from the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). 

    The monthly unemployment report, released Friday, April 19, is based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and released by IDES. 

    In the…

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