Six companies reported mass layoff plans in Illinois last month. These layoffs are expected to impact over 2,000 workers statewide. Amazon is closing ten Amazon Fresh stores, affecting 1,545 employees. Kroger also announced the closure of its Maywood delivery hub, laying off 72 workers. Alton Steel faces an investigation for potential WARN Act violations after laying off 253 employees.
https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/state/2026/02/24/amazon-and-kroger-laying-off-illinois-employees/88661663007/