Success Story: BCU and Work, Earn, and Learn

Success Story: BCU and Work, Earn, and Learn

Success Story: BCU and Work, Earn, and Learn Lake County Workforce Development administers a Work, Earn, and Learn (WEL) Program in order to provide hands-on experience in various industries. Recently, Baxter Credit Union (BCU), a not-for-profit Credit Union, hosted...
Labor Market Highlights: July 2025

Labor Market Highlights: July 2025

Labor Market Highlights: July 2025 According to data released by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nonfarm payrolls were nearly unchanged over-the-month in July, down -2,500 (0.0%) to 6,165,600. “The...
Chicago Tribune Takes Note of Lake County’s Economic Growth

Chicago Tribune Takes Note of Lake County’s Economic Growth

Chicago Tribune Takes Note of Lake County’s Economic Growth Lake County is leading the charge in business-friendly growth and regional innovation. The Chicago Tribune has spotlighted the county’s impressive momentum—highlighting rapid corporate expansion, vibrant...