- As the economic recovery continues to sputter, several Chicago-area companies have announced plans for more layoffs, starting next month.
A total of seven Illinois companies have filed reports with the state that it plans to lay off a total of more than 600 workers, starting next month.
Among the Chicago-area companies affected: Morgan Stanley, Jewel-Osco, Bistro 110, Emmis Communications and Ryerson.
Where's Quinn with a few more imaginary millions of dollars to save these jobs?