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IGNN: Workforce/Jobs Press Releases

The Workforce/Jobs News section provides access to all State of Illinois press releases that have been published relating to employment, the creation of jobs, and issues impacting the Illinois workforce.

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November 19, 2009
National Recession Pushes State Rate to 11.0 Percent
Illinois' Share Of National Job Loss Slows; -3,200 For October
CHICAGO – The Illinois seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for October is 11.0 percent, up 0.5 percent from the previous month and its highest level since August 1983, according to figures released today by the Illinois Department of Employment Security. The three-month moving average is 10.5 percent, its highest level since November 1983.

November 12, 2009
Governor Quinn Announces Dover Corporate Headquarters Moving to Illinois
Move will Bring 100 Jobs, Foster Growth in Northeast Illinois
DOWNERS GROVE – November 12, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that the Dover Corporation will be locating its corporate headquarters in Downers Grove. The move will result in the creation and retention of at least 100 jobs, and will help foster economic growth in Northeast Illinois.