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NEW ILEPI STUDY: Federal cuts and cancellations under the Trump administration are projected to cost Illinois $8 billion annually in lost revenue, shrink the economy by $10 billion per year, and cost the state 86,000 jobs.
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Trump cuts could shrink Illinois economy by $10B: report
Article Summary A report by the Illinois Economic Policy Institute found federal budget cuts could reduce economic activity in Illinois
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December 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM
NEW ILEPI STUDY: Federal cuts and cancellations under the Trump administration are projected to cost Illinois $8 billion annually in lost revenue, shrink the economy by $10 billion per year, and cost the state 86,000 jobs.
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Check out our latest edition of The Monitor! This edition highlights the need for all sources of energy as data centers grow, the importance of hiring a local construction workforce, and spotlights an III FFC Board Member who recently retired.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Check out our latest edition of The Monitor! This edition highlights the need for all sources of energy as data centers grow, the importance of hiring a local construction workforce, and spotlights an III FFC Board Member who recently retired.
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Navigating the northbound I-294 to westbound I-290 interchange takes about 10 minutes now; the upgrade should reduce that to 3 minutes.
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September 18, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Navigating the northbound I-294 to westbound I-290 interchange takes about 10 minutes now; the upgrade should reduce that to 3 minutes.
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IIIFFC's DEIA Outreach Associate, Tamara McCollough, will be on a panel on Empowering Women Veterans in the Union Trades this Saturday (9/20) at McCormick Place!
September 18, 2025 at 2:47 PM
IIIFFC's DEIA Outreach Associate, Tamara McCollough, will be on a panel on Empowering Women Veterans in the Union Trades this Saturday (9/20) at McCormick Place!
TOMORROW! You can still register for our free Public Construction Seminar that is taking place from 9:00am-3:00pm at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center in Downers Grove! Register now and check out the agenda on our website: www.iiiffc.org/events
September 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM
TOMORROW! You can still register for our free Public Construction Seminar that is taking place from 9:00am-3:00pm at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center in Downers Grove! Register now and check out the agenda on our website: www.iiiffc.org/events
NEXT WEEK: Join us from 9:00am-3:00pm at our FREE Public Construction Seminar on Tuesday, September 16 at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center in Downers Grove!
See the agenda and register here: www.iiiffc.org/events
See the agenda and register here: www.iiiffc.org/events
III FFC Free Public Construction Summit
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September 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
NEXT WEEK: Join us from 9:00am-3:00pm at our FREE Public Construction Seminar on Tuesday, September 16 at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center in Downers Grove!
See the agenda and register here: www.iiiffc.org/events
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Join us in ONE WEEK in Downers Grove for a great seminar on all things public construction! Register now: www.iiiffc.org/events
September 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Join us in ONE WEEK in Downers Grove for a great seminar on all things public construction! Register now: www.iiiffc.org/events
Check out our latest e-newsletter! Join us on Tuesday, September 16 at our Public Construction Seminar in Downers Grove, IL and learn more about upcoming contractor opportunities for the Red Line Extension Project!
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September 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Check out our latest e-newsletter! Join us on Tuesday, September 16 at our Public Construction Seminar in Downers Grove, IL and learn more about upcoming contractor opportunities for the Red Line Extension Project!
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A new study by @ilepi.bsky.social shows IL's pre-apprenticeship programs are transforming construction:
✔ Female apprentices up 202%
✔ Black apprentices up 95%
✔ 900% ROI over 10 years
These programs are building careers, equity, and a stronger workforce.
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✔ Female apprentices up 202%
✔ Black apprentices up 95%
✔ 900% ROI over 10 years
These programs are building careers, equity, and a stronger workforce.
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Illinois pre-apprenticeship programs boost women and minorities in construction, study finds
It's significant as the state’s construction industry struggles to fill jobs and gears up for more expansion under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, which sets a goal to fuel Illinois entirely by cl...
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August 21, 2025 at 1:54 PM
A new study by @ilepi.bsky.social shows IL's pre-apprenticeship programs are transforming construction:
✔ Female apprentices up 202%
✔ Black apprentices up 95%
✔ 900% ROI over 10 years
These programs are building careers, equity, and a stronger workforce.
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✔ Female apprentices up 202%
✔ Black apprentices up 95%
✔ 900% ROI over 10 years
These programs are building careers, equity, and a stronger workforce.
chicago.suntimes.com/work/2025/08...
NEXT MONTH: Join us on Tuesday, September 16 at our FREE Public Construction Seminar! More details on our website at www.iiiffc.org/events
August 4, 2025 at 4:46 PM
NEXT MONTH: Join us on Tuesday, September 16 at our FREE Public Construction Seminar! More details on our website at www.iiiffc.org/events
“People are at very great risk of dying on the job already,” Rebecca Reindel, the AFL-CIO union’s occupational safety and health director, said. “This is something that is only going to make the problem worse.”
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Trump's Labor Department proposes more than 60 rule changes in a push to deregulate workplaces
The U.S. Department of Labor is aiming to rewrite or repeal more than 60 “obsolete” workplace regulations adopted under previous presidential administrations.
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July 28, 2025 at 6:52 PM
“People are at very great risk of dying on the job already,” Rebecca Reindel, the AFL-CIO union’s occupational safety and health director, said. “This is something that is only going to make the problem worse.”
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ICYMI: Our webinar with the Illinois Economic Policy Institute on the Benefits of Hiring a Local Workforce is now available to watch! Catch the full recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-aD...
Benefits of Hiring a Local Workforce Webinar 7.10.25
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July 10, 2025 at 8:13 PM
ICYMI: Our webinar with the Illinois Economic Policy Institute on the Benefits of Hiring a Local Workforce is now available to watch! Catch the full recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-aD...
CONSTRUCTION WORKERS IN THE HEAT: Don’t miss this FREE 3-part webinar series on protecting workers in high-heat! The series starts July 10 @ 12PM CT and covers heat stress basics, tech tools, & real-world solutions.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NSC/AIHA Heat Stress Prevention Webinar Series: Understanding the Risks and Practical Strategies for Heat Stress Mitigation. After registering, you will rec...
Join the National Safety Council and the American Industrial Hygiene Association for the first in our three-part Heat Stress Prevention Webinar Series, designed to help safety professionals protect wo...
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June 30, 2025 at 8:30 PM
CONSTRUCTION WORKERS IN THE HEAT: Don’t miss this FREE 3-part webinar series on protecting workers in high-heat! The series starts July 10 @ 12PM CT and covers heat stress basics, tech tools, & real-world solutions.
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On Wednesday, Schererville adopted a new policy requiring construction firms seeking public incentives to meet responsible bidding and apprenticeship standards, supporting regional efforts for transparency and workforce development.
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Schererville latest to pass 'responsible business practices' ordinance
The new policy is modeled on a "responsible bidding practices" ordinance already on the books in Schererville.
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June 13, 2025 at 1:55 PM
On Wednesday, Schererville adopted a new policy requiring construction firms seeking public incentives to meet responsible bidding and apprenticeship standards, supporting regional efforts for transparency and workforce development.
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Transit needs a dedicated revenue stream. "This proposal is inequitable as suburban drivers would effectively subsidize urban transit systems … This critique of utilizing tollway funds for transit can be summarized as robbing Peter to pay Paul." -IIIFFC's Marc Poulos.
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Illinois Lawmakers Unveil New Funding Sources for Chicagoland Transit, Aiming to Stave Off Disastrous Fiscal Cliff
The measure, filed late Wednesday night, features a new menu of revenue sources to help keep Chicago-area buses and trains running. Lawmakers believe the measure will be enough to address the anticipa...
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May 30, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Transit needs a dedicated revenue stream. "This proposal is inequitable as suburban drivers would effectively subsidize urban transit systems … This critique of utilizing tollway funds for transit can be summarized as robbing Peter to pay Paul." -IIIFFC's Marc Poulos.
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Gov. Pritzker and IDOT awarded $139.2 million to improve local transportation across Illinois—funding bike paths, sidewalks, and other community projects through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program. www.riverbender.com/news/details...
Gov. Pritzker, IDOT Award $139.2 Million To Enhance Local Transportation Options Statewide
SPRINGFIELD Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that $139.2 million has been awarded through the Illinois Transportation
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May 22, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Gov. Pritzker and IDOT awarded $139.2 million to improve local transportation across Illinois—funding bike paths, sidewalks, and other community projects through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program. www.riverbender.com/news/details...
Congratulations to Lyntrell Young, Cesar Ruiz, Jersey McKinney, Zion Thomas, and Ashiya Davis on completing the Hope Academy/Union Trades/Untapped Potential program! The future of the trades is bright!
May 22, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Congratulations to Lyntrell Young, Cesar Ruiz, Jersey McKinney, Zion Thomas, and Ashiya Davis on completing the Hope Academy/Union Trades/Untapped Potential program! The future of the trades is bright!
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CALLING SBE CONTRACTORS: CTA and CPS Chicago Parking, LLC (DBA SP+) are inviting qualified Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) to submit proposals for asphalt and/or concrete repair and restoration services. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
May 16, 2025 at 3:13 PM
CALLING SBE CONTRACTORS: CTA and CPS Chicago Parking, LLC (DBA SP+) are inviting qualified Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) to submit proposals for asphalt and/or concrete repair and restoration services. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
LISTEN NOW: IIIFFC Exec. Director Marc Poulos joins 720 WGN to spotlight the future of public transit. He urges investment in our world-class system to improve safety, efficiency, & the rider experience. #PublicTransit #UnitedWeMove
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Spotlight on transit: The future of public transit in Illinois
On this special edition of Worker Wednesday, Ed Maher, Associate Executive Director of the National Coalition of Labor and co-host of The Workers’ Mic here on 720 WGN, joins Jon Hansen on…
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May 15, 2025 at 4:48 PM
LISTEN NOW: IIIFFC Exec. Director Marc Poulos joins 720 WGN to spotlight the future of public transit. He urges investment in our world-class system to improve safety, efficiency, & the rider experience. #PublicTransit #UnitedWeMove
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The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has resolved several unpaid wage complaints from public construction workers and is distributing over $483,000 in recovered wages to those affected. www.illinois.gov/news/press-r...
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May 12, 2025 at 1:43 PM
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has resolved several unpaid wage complaints from public construction workers and is distributing over $483,000 in recovered wages to those affected. www.illinois.gov/news/press-r...
Illinois is launching a new construction workforce initiative in Will County. HIRE360, in partnership with the Will County Executive Office, opened the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program on Monday.
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New program opens in Will County to boost construction jobs
Applications now being accepte for new nine-week apprenticeship program designed to strengthen the local construction workforce pipeline in Will County.
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May 8, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Illinois is launching a new construction workforce initiative in Will County. HIRE360, in partnership with the Will County Executive Office, opened the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program on Monday.
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Join us on Monday, May 12, for a special live broadcast of The Workers’ Mic on WGN Radio as we shine a light on the future of public transportation.
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May 1, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Join us on Monday, May 12, for a special live broadcast of The Workers’ Mic on WGN Radio as we shine a light on the future of public transportation.
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