Finance

Cicero’s Minimum Wage Just Went Up — Here’s the New Rate for July 2025
Finance

Cicero’s Minimum Wage Just Went Up — Here’s the New Rate for July 2025

CICERO, ILLINOIS — Workers in Cicero just got a raise. On July 1, 2025, the town’s minimum wage officially increased to $14.05 per hour, ...

Marisol Vega
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Evanston Workers: Minimum Wage Just Increased — Here’s the New Rate for July 2025
Finance

Evanston Workers: Minimum Wage Just Increased — Here’s the New Rate for July 2025

EVANSTON, ILLINOIS — If you’re working a part-time or hourly job in Evanston, your paycheck might be slightly larger this month. That’s because Evanston ...

Marisol Vega
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How to File for Unemployment in Illinois Full 2025 Guide for New Claimants
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How to File for Unemployment in Illinois: Full 2025 Guide for New Claimants

ILLINOIS — If you’ve recently lost your job, had your hours cut, or were laid off due to economic conditions, you may be eligible ...

Marisol Vega
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Illinois Medicaid and Medicare Delays in 2025: Wait Times, Recertification Backlogs, and Premium Pressures
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Illinois Medicaid and Medicare Delays in 2025: Wait Times, Recertification Backlogs, and Premium Pressures

ILLINOIS — If you’ve applied for Medicaid or Medicare in 2025 — or tried to renew your benefits — there’s a good chance you’ve ...

Marisol Vega
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How to Apply for SSDI or SSI in Illinois — And What To Do If You’re Denied
Finance

How to Apply for SSDI or SSI in Illinois — And What To Do If You’re Denied

ILLINOIS — If you’re unable to work due to a serious illness or disability, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or ...

Marisol Vega
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Illinois SNAP Rule Changes in 2025: What’s New for Food Stamp Recipients This Year
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Illinois SNAP Rule Changes in 2025: What’s New for Food Stamp Recipients This Year

ILLINOIS — A number of important changes to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) policies took effect in 2025 — and they’re already impacting thousands ...

Marisol Vega
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Cook County Workers: Minimum Wage Just Increased — But It’s Still Lower Than Chicago
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Cook County Workers: Minimum Wage Just Increased — But It’s Still Lower Than Chicago

COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS — If you work in a Cook County suburb outside of Chicago, your paycheck may look slightly different this month. That’s ...

Marisol Vega
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Illinois Job Assistance in 2025: Where to Get Help Finding Work, Reskilling, or Career Coaching
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Illinois Job Assistance in 2025: Where to Get Help Finding Work, Reskilling, or Career Coaching

ILLINOIS — Whether you’re newly unemployed, switching careers, or returning to the workforce after years away, Illinois offers a range of free job assistance ...

Marisol Vega
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Medicare vs Medicaid in Illinois What’s the Difference and Which One Is Right for You
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Medicare vs Medicaid in Illinois: What’s the Difference and Which One Is Right for You?

ILLINOIS — If you’re looking for health coverage in 2025, you’ve probably heard about both Medicare and Medicaid. But understanding how these two programs ...

Marisol Vega
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Illinois Residents: How Much More Are You Getting From Social Security in 2025?
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Illinois Residents: How Much More Are You Getting From Social Security in 2025?

ILLINOIS — For more than 2 million people across the state, Social Security benefits are a lifeline — and every cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) matters. ...

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