Illinois-based Essendant is set to lay off approximately 1,300 employees across six states. Nearly 650 of these job cuts will occur at two facilities within Illinois. The company plans to eliminate 510 positions at its Lincolnshire location and 134... — read more 

Concerns over unsanitary conditions have emerged in a suburban school district following the dismissal of union janitorial staff. Teachers and parents report overflowing garbage, dirty bathrooms, and a lack of basic supplies. State lawmakers are now... — read more 

A labor union has initiated legal action to prevent planned service cuts and job losses at a state-run facility. AFSCME Council 31 filed a lawsuit alleging violations of Illinois laws concerning health facility changes and access to mental health... — read more 

Teachers, parents, and former custodians voiced strong opposition to District 130's recent decision to lay off its custodial staff and hire a new contractor. Concerns were raised about deteriorating school conditions, including reports of unsanitary... — read more 

A former Grubhub employee created a talent network after being laid off. This network lists hundreds of former employees seeking new employment opportunities. The tracker helps recruiters find candidates with specific skills and backgrounds. Many... — read more 

The Belleville News-Democrat has significantly reduced its newsroom staff due to nationwide layoffs at its parent company, McClatchy. At least four journalists were let go, leaving only the executive editor and two reporters. This move is part of... — read more 

Columbia College Chicago has eliminated two career advisor positions as part of recent staff layoffs. The Career Center will continue to offer its full range of services to students. Leadership team members will now assist with advising, leveraging... — read more 

The Illinois Department of Labor has initiated an investigation into Essendant following a complaint concerning the state's Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act. This inquiry will examine whether proper notice was given to employees and... — read more 

CJ Logistics America is shutting down its University Park facility this fall. This closure will result in the layoff of 89 employees. The job cuts will occur in stages starting in September and continuing through October. The company did not respond... — read more 

D&H Distributing Company is relocating its Midwest distribution hub to Indiana. This move will lead to the layoff of nearly 70 employees in Illinois. The new Indiana hub is scheduled to begin operations on September 8th. Shipping operations and... — read more 

A suburban Chicago school district has laid off all 31 of its custodians. The district is implementing temporary cleaning measures until a new provider starts next week. Union representatives and some parents have raised concerns about the... — read more 

Uber is implementing a significant workforce reduction, impacting over 300 employees in its Chicago office. This move is part of a broader company strategy to decrease its overall workforce by 10%. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi cited the need for... — read more 

Illinois state lawmakers expressed surprise and dismay upon learning of the impending closure of a Tyson Foods facility. The decision will result in thousands of job losses for the local community. Officials are now focusing on strategies to support... — read more 

LIV Golf has terminated the employment of most of its staff due to the withdrawal of financial backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. This action follows previous indications to employees about upcoming layoffs and a formal WARN Act... — read more 

TV Hardware Distribution will close its Chicago office, impacting over 100 employees. The company is consolidating operations into its Indiana headquarters. Layoffs are scheduled to begin in October and continue into January. This move aims to... — read more 

United Auto Workers members at John Deere will vote on a proposed two-year contract extension this Sunday. The agreement aims to provide stability for both the company and its employees. Details of the proposed contract have not been fully disclosed... — read more 

Illinois Tech recently laid off 160 faculty and staff members due to a significant budget shortfall. This reduction has raised alarms among former employees and local leaders regarding its impact on community engagement and programming. A popular... — read more 

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Distributor Essendant has warned of a possible business shutdown, impacting at least 1,100 employees through impending layoffs. The company is actively exploring asset sales and seeking new capital to avert liquidation. These significant job cuts... — read more 

Weeks after its acquisition by Alden Global Capital, the Daily Herald has begun implementing layoffs. Several editorial department employees, including the executive editor, received termination notices. These cuts are reportedly a cost-cutting... — read more 

SCR Medical Transportation is implementing significant layoffs affecting 241 employees. This decision stems from the expiration of a decade-long contract with Pace Suburban Bus for call center services. The contract was rebid to a different company... — read more 

Chicago Public Schools has announced that all previously planned layoffs are rescinded due to an amended budget incorporating increased state funding. District leadership expressed confidence in meeting payroll and opening schools on schedule. This... — read more 

Portillo's has implemented significant layoffs at its Oak Brook headquarters. The restaurant chain reduced its corporate and field management staff by 18%. This decision was described as a "strategic reset" by the company. The layoffs affected 140... — read more 

Employees, union leaders, and local officials gathered to protest planned layoffs and service cuts at the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center. The state intends to eliminate approximately 250 jobs, a program for individuals with... — read more 

Several companies are implementing significant workforce reductions across Illinois this month, impacting hundreds of employees. Sunrise Transportation is laying off 204 workers due to a lost school district contract. Eklind Tool Company will close... — read more 

The Illinois Federation of Teachers has filed a lawsuit against the Cook County Treasurer's office. They allege the office is withholding hundreds of millions in property tax funds meant for public schools. This alleged failure to disburse funds has... — read more 

Illinois Institute of Technology is implementing significant layoffs affecting 160 employees. This decision stems from declining enrollment numbers and ongoing financial challenges. The university is undergoing a restructuring process to address... — read more 

The Chicago Board of Education voted to reject a proposed budget that would have resulted in over 1,000 layoffs. Instead, the board approved a revised plan contingent on $150 million in uncommitted state funding. Board members supporting the... — read more 

Milwaukee Public Schools is actively recruiting educators from Chicago. This initiative comes as Chicago Public Schools prepares to lay off hundreds of staff members. The Wisconsin district aims to hire 200 teachers and paraprofessionals. They are... — read more 

Governor Pritzker addressed recent staff reductions at the Choate Mental Health Center. He stated these layoffs are a direct result of relocating developmentally disabled residents to improved facilities. Consequently, the need for staff at the... — read more 

The state of Illinois is implementing a plan to lay off employees and relocate patients from Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to reform care for individuals with intellectual and... — read more 

The state of Illinois is reducing operations at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center. This decision will lead to significant job losses in southern Illinois. Residential units for intellectual and developmental disabilities will close by... — read more 

Chicago Teachers Union members are actively protesting a proposed budget that includes nearly 2,000 layoffs and a shortened school year. Speakers at a recent budget hearing overwhelmingly voiced opposition to these cuts, highlighting the negative... — read more 

A law firm is investigating West Suburban Medical Center for potential violations of the WARN Act. The hospital recently announced a mass layoff affecting 589 employees. This federal law requires employers to provide 60 days' notice before... — read more 

Techmer PM will lay off 68 employees at its Elk Grove Village facility. The layoffs are scheduled to occur on September 30. The company did not disclose the reason for these permanent job reductions. Techmer PM acquired Colors for Plastics, the... — read more 

CDW has recently conducted layoffs as part of an organizational restructuring. The company stated these changes are intended to sharpen operating discipline and reinvest in high-growth opportunities. This move aligns with CDW's AI-first initiative... — read more 

Capital One Financial is implementing further workforce reductions in Illinois. The company plans to eliminate at least 276 positions. These layoffs are part of a financial restructuring and integration process. Affected employees work at the... — read more 

Walgreens Boots Alliance is now under private equity ownership following a significant acquisition. The company is implementing aggressive cost-cutting measures, including widespread layoffs and store closures. This strategic shift aims to streamline... — read more 

Several major employers in the Peoria area are actively recruiting for well-compensated positions. The Journal Star is highlighting these opportunities, focusing on roles that offer significant pay, influence, and engagement. These featured jobs... — read more 

The U.S. Forest Service has terminated over 3,000 employees nationwide. Twelve of these former employees are from the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie in Illinois. These layoffs are causing disorientation and a feeling of diminished purpose among... — read more