Unemployed Chicagoan Records Calls To IDES Showing Frustration Just To Get Through
"I'm going to stream this to make it a bit lighthearted to poke fun at how ridiculous the situation is for me, and for countless other people."
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"I'm going to stream this to make it a bit lighthearted to poke fun at how ridiculous the situation is for me, and for countless other people."
Imagine taking the time to certify for unemployment benefits almost 20 times and still not seeing a dime. CBS 2 is Working for Chicago with reporting that uncovers failures by the state.
"Nobody answers the phone. Nobody helps you. The state is not helping its people."
With just one day from moving into Phase 4 in Illinois, restaurants and other businesses need to make sure people feel safe inside.
Through this job crisis, CBS 2 is Working For Chicago with a Career Coach every week to bring you advice about looking for and landing a job.
CBS 2 is Working for Chicago as we continue to hear that many people are waiting to receive benefits they are owed. Some are struggling to get simple answers from the state.
The fair is free, but you must register first.
Lake County will soon be hiring up to 150 more contract tracers.
With more than 1.5 million people in Illinois out of work since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, it's no wonder scammers are trying to cash in with promises of a paycheck.
Through this job crisis, CBS 2 is Working For Chicago by working with several job sites to help you get back to work.
