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In light of COVID-19 pandemic, Illinois Business Alliance calls on Gov. Pritzker and General Assembly to take graduated income tax proposal off the ballot

9 days ago

Chicago, IL (March 19, 2020) – The Illinois Business Alliance is calling on Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to remove the graduated income tax amendment from the 2020 General Election ballot.

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7 pot shops seek zoning approval in River North and Goose Island, but only 3 will open

Seven cannabis firms seeking to open recreational marijuana dispensaries took part in a special meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals recently.

By Kimberly James | Mar 16, 2020

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WESTERN SUBURBAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Let's Talk!

By Press release submission | Mar 13, 2020

Join the WSCCI Women in Business for cocktails and conversation and to discuss a sampling of topics that effect female business leaders.

From Prairie State Wire

Illinois named the least tax-friendly state by MSN

By April Bamburg | 1 month ago

Ahead of Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s budget address where he is excepted to outline the budget for the 2021 fiscal year and his funding priorities, the State of Illinois has been named one of the "Least Tax-Friendly" states to live in, by MSN.com.

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Nothing 'fair' about Pritzker's tax plan for pass-through businesses, IBA president says

By Tom Lawrence | 2 months ago

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker calls it a "fair tax," but critics say it is far from fair and that it would be a mistake to support it when it appears as a referendum question on ballots in November.

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Mayor Lightfoot supports lifting food truck restrictions – but why?

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 21, 2020

Former U.S. Congressional candidate Dr. Jeffrey Leef fears what may be beneath the surface of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s proposed ordinance that would double the time food trucks and mobile boutiques are able to park and serve city customers.

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OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Poke Burrito Chicago 2019 Business Spotlight Award Winner

By Press release submission | Dec 1, 2019

Congratulations to 2019 Business Spotlight Award winner Poke Burrito Chicago.

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OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Women In Business Meet Up Nov. 15

By Press release submission | Nov 17, 2019

Join us for another round-table discussion and casual meetup.

From Prairie State Wire

GOP-driven Manufacturer’s Purchase Credit to save $40 million in operations

By Glenn Minnis | 5 months ago

Illinois House Republicans are intent on keeping the manufacturing industry positioned as one of the state’s largest economic drivers.

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Illinois’ pension debt remains worst in the nation

By Glenn Minnis | 6 months ago

Illinois’ record-setting 2017 income tax hike has done little to slow the state’s rising pension costs, leaving state taxpayers on the hook for nearly $250 billion in unfunded public pension liability.

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Winners, losers emerge following gas tax hike

By Adam Eisenberg | Sep 7, 2019

Early winners and losers are beginning to emerge in the first months since Illinois doubled its gasoline tax on July 1.

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OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Young Professionals Meet-up

By Press release submission | Aug 15, 2019

We’re looking forward to seeing your bright faces tomorrow morning for our Young Professionals Meet-up group!

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WESTERN SUBURBAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Innovation DuPage Business Accelerator Program

By Press release submission | Jul 29, 2019

Are you ready to supercharge your business?

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9 West Suburbs nursing homes designated subpar in federal ranking

By LGIS Newsfeed | May 22, 2019

Nine nursing homes in West Suburbs received below-average scores from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) after the federal agency updated its nursing home rating system for consumers in April.

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OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Spotlight Awards

By Press release submission | May 19, 2019

The Annual Business Spotlight Awards recognizes and celebrates businesses and community organizations across six categories of leadership.

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CITY OF NORTHLAKE: The Custom Companies, Inc Groundbreaking

By Press release submission | May 11, 2019

The Custom Companies, Inc. employs over 500 individuals and provides transportation services all around the world.

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WESTERN SUBURBAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Art of Networking

By Press release submission | May 5, 2019

Only a few palettes left so register now for the May7th, Women in Business Art of Networking @bottleandbottega_lagrange.

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Alden Manor Rehab hit with health violations

By LGIS Newsfeed | May 3, 2019

Alden Manor Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, a 249-bed skilled care facility in Cicero, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the fourth quarter of 2018.

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OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Village of Oak Park - Section 108 Business Loan Applications

By Press release submission | Apr 10, 2019

Originating with the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and based on the federal Community Development Block Grant program, the Village’s Section 108 Loan Program is open and accepting applications from qualifying businesses.

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WESTERN SUBURBAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: DeSitter Flooring Grand Reopening

By Press release submission | Mar 24, 2019

The WSCCI Board of Directors and staff would like to congratulate DeSitter Flooring on their Grand Reopening and newly renovated showroom.