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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.

Peoria - Work for the State of Illinois Workshop

Workshop
Are You Looking for a New Career? Join us for this exciting Illinois workNet Center Workshop Meet with State of Illinois recruiters such as Dept. of Children and Family Services, Central Management Services, Dept. of Revenue, and Dept. of Corrections The recruiters will explain how to apply for state government job openings and discuss the benefits of working for the State of Illinois. After the workshop, the recruiters will be available to answer any questions you may have.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
09:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDT
IDES Office
  • 406 Elm Street
  • Peoria, IL 61605