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As of July 8, 2026, IDES will no longer send benefit payments via paper check.  You may select direct deposit or debit card as your method for receiving benefit payments.  If you were receiving paper checks, you will be switched over to debit card payments unless you choose to enroll in direct deposit.

Filing unemployment claims will be unavailable Sunday, July 26th from 12:00 a.m. until noon for a scheduled system upgrade.  Access for claimants will resume Sunday afternoon.

Chicago - Community Job Fair

Job Fair
Community Job Fair. Connecting Residents to Employment Opportunities. Meet with Employers Hiring Now. Who's Hiring: - Healthcare Employers - Retail - Warehouse - City Agencies - Food Service - Trade Unions - Job Training and Educational Resources Come Ready to Apply! - Bring Copies of Your Resume - Dress to Impress
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
10:00 AM to 02:00 PM CDT
DFSS M.L. King Community Service Center
  • 4314 S Cottage Grove Ave
  • Chicago, IL 60653