Illinois Layoffs — April 2026, Week 2
Employers in Illinois submitted 2 WARN Act notices in April 2026, Week 2, putting at risk an estimated 241 workers. The average filing covered 120 workers, with 0 closures among the notices.
2
Notices Filed
241
Workers Affected
120
Avg per Notice
0
Closures
Labor Market Snapshot — Illinois (DOL/BLS)
4.9%
Unemployment
(January 2026)
9,758
Initial Claims
(2026-03-28 wk)
2.12%
Insured Unemp. Rate
(2026-03-28 wk)
Industry Breakdown
| Industry | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 1 | 160 |
| Manufacturing | 1 | 81 |
The Transportation sector emerged as the hardest-hit sector with 160 workers across 1 notice. Separately, Manufacturing reported 81 workers.
Largest Layoffs
| Company | City | Workers | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Central School Bus | Alby Road Godfrey | 160 | ||
| Dana | Robinson | 81 |
Topping the list was Illinois Central School Bus at its Alby Road Godfrey facility, reporting 160 affected workers. Dana followed with 81 workers.
This report covers WARN Act filings in Illinois for Week 2 of April 2026. View the national Week 2 report or view the full April report for Illinois.