Small business owner Ryan Garrett said the effects are already being felt. His Villa Grove bar and restaurant recently received a utility bill that was $1,000 higher than usual. #energy
After a thorough review, the DOE has determined that the project does not meet the necessary conditions for federal support, reflecting a commitment to responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources. #action
In a statement July 10, Pritzker called on lawmakers to pass legislation in the upcoming fall veto session, “that prevents insurance companies from taking advantage of consumers through severe and unnecessary rate hikes like those proposed by State Farm.” #insurance
In Illinois, 11 percent of all businesses are Black-owned, and Chicago now ranks second in the country for venture capital-backed startups with at least one Black founder. #business
The proposed ordinance was introduced earlier this year by city lawmakers after a West Side store worker was shot and killed while on the job at an establishment where security cameras were inoperable. #cameras
Mr. Vasselli brings approximately 25 years of experience to his role as founding partner of Vasselli Law, a provider of municipal, real estate and corporate legal service for governments, businesses and others. #
As someone who has personally known Norbert A. Simmons, Lorenzo Creighton, and the late Don Barden, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges and triumphs Black pioneers have faced in this industry. #casinos