AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoManufacturing: Chicago’s business barometer eased in October, missing forecasts but still signaling growth. John Deere plans to hire more than 400 workers and recall over 275 at its Waterloo operations, while Illinois facilities in Moline and Milan are also hiring. Labor: About 1,200 Chicago parking workers have authorized a strike, raising the prospect of disruptions at airports, hotels and office buildings after their contract expired. Infrastructure: Illinois secured $56.7 million for rail and port projects in Decatur and Granite City; the Chicago South Shore line also received a $2.88 million federal grant. Bears Stadium: Illinois lawmakers are expected to consider legislation to keep the team in the state, as reports point to a possible stadium deal. Cannabis: Illinois sales are nearing $2 billion under the state’s legalization law, though a new report says nearly half of users still buy from the illicit market. Higher Education: Illinois State University is seeking $517.5 million in state funding for operations, student aid and campus projects in fiscal 2028.
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