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After three months of declines, the U of I’s Flash Index to the Illinois economy showed a slight increase in May, up two tenths of a point, to 106.2.Any…
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The group leading the region’s new economic development strategy is looking to again use the same firm that crafted the plan. The Focus Forward Central…
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The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission approved a settlement with an economic development consultant after months of discussion. The Commission still…
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The Illinois Supreme Court today struck down the so-called "Amazon tax." As IPR's Brian Mackey reports, the decision could pave the way for businesses to…
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Earlier this year, legislation was introduced to abolish the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Administration officials negotiated…
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The number of people filing unemployment claims increased a half-percent from June to July. The Illinois Department of Employment Security reports the…
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The rising Flash Index shows a continually improving economy in Illinois. But the University of Illinois economist who compiles the Index says the state…
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Galesburg city leaders say the community was a fitting stop for President Obama to kick-off his new economic focus. The city was the first location in a…
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President Barack Obama is set to speak at Knox College when he visits Galesburg this week. Obama will kick off a series of speeches laying out his vision…
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17th District Congresswoman Cheri Bustos is moving forward on her campaign priorities to help create jobs and reinvigorate the manufacturing base.Bustos…