Chicago Tribune unionized staff plan a one-day strike to challenge their parent company, Tribune Publishing, and hedge fund Alden Global Capital over wage stagnation and 401(k) cuts.

Kwame Raoul spearheads a coalition of 23 states filing an amicus brief to support raising federal contract workers' minimum wage to $15 per hour, challenging opposition in a legal battle.

The U.S. Department of Labor launched a website to help Illinois workers retrieve $5M in back wages, with a focus on industries like agriculture and healthcare.

Nexamp has chosen Chicago for its second headquarters, aligning with Illinois's sustainable energy goals, creating 50 jobs, and planning local educational collaborations.

Over 580,000 Home Design beds sold at Walmart, Wayfair, and Overstock are recalled due to risks of breaking and injuries, with consumers advised to stop use and get a repair kit.

Kenneth Courtright, a Minooka businessman, received a 7.5-year prison sentence for defrauding investors of $92 million through a website development scheme.

Bally's Chicago revises its hotel plan at the casino site due to underground city water pipes, moving away from the original 500-room high-rise design.

Wieland North America invests $500 million to modernize its East Alton facility with the aim of retaining 800 jobs in Illinois, as part of a new initiative to support EV and renewable energy production, backed by the Illinois government.

Accenture launches GenAI studios across North America to aid businesses in AI development and application, marking a significant investment in AI innovation.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul obtained a $335,000 settlement from trucking companies for wage theft, enforcing state wage laws and benefiting affected drivers.

Bally’s temporary casino at Chicago's Medinah Temple attracted nearly 100,000 visitors in December, generating over $8.5 million and contributing to Illinois' casino revenue increase.

Stellantis diverts from the Chicago Auto Show to invest $5 billion in EV production at its Belvidere plant, indicating a strategic shift towards electric vehicles.

Illinois has increased its minimum wage to $14 an hour in 2024, taking another step towards the $15 goal for 2025, while tipped workers and young part-time workers also see wage hikes.