The unemployment rate is down in every metropolitan area in the state, compared to this time last year. Employment Security Spokesman Greg Rivara says that signals a positive comeback in the economy.
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Rivara says the state saw quite a bit of job growth in the areas of construction and professional and business services. Anyone who's still looking for work can check out IllinoisJobLink.com.