Illinois Unemployment Remains Steady

Illinois’ unemployment rate held steady in May, according to the state Department of Employment Security. Officials say the jobless rate remained at five-point-one percent, unchanged from April. The latest report also shows non-farm payroll jobs increased by six thousand during the month. That marks the third straight over-the-month gain for Illinois employers. State labor officials say the numbers point to continued stability in the workforce, though unemployment remains a key measure to watch in the months ahead. The May report offers a mixed snapshot: hiring is still growing, while the share of workers without jobs has not moved.