Reveille

August 25, 2026 / Duration: 2:00

Where’s the Beef? Tyson Cuts 2,500 Illinois Jobs

In this Reveille, Jeanne Ives talks about the Tyson plant closure, Gov. JB Pritzker’s response, and what it could mean for Illinois workers and the state’s business climate. Jeanne points to a 2026 Chief Executive magazine survey that ranked Texas number 1 for business and Illinois 48th.

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