Illinois Department of Human Services Focuses on Tax Assistance

As the tax season gets into full swing; the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) urges eligible Illinois families to take advantage of tax preparation assistance supported by the State. read more...

Illinois Student Assisstance Commission Outreach Calendar Released

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) has released its outreach activities calendar for 2015. The purpose of this state created commission is to help students navigate the financial barriers to higher education. ISAC provides an array of programs and services that focus on educating students and their families on the finances associated with transitioning into college. read more...

Governor’s Opening Act on Jobs

Rauner signed an Executive Order Jan. 19 to increase hiring opportunities for minorities and veterans by first evaluating the existing level of job opportunities. read more...

Illinois Energy: Job Creation Awaits

According to a study conducted for the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, the potential benefits of hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” to extract oil and natural gas resources from deep underground could mean up to 47,000 jobs and more than $9 billion in economic impact for Illinois. read more...

Preparing for New Energy Jobs

One downstate Illinois community college says it offer a degree program beginning this fall to educate workers in preparation for the new job opportunities in the state’s growing oil and gas industry. read more...