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Sparks has seen the ward's struggles firsthand. After opening The Brew, his establishment suffered up to 15 break-ins, with each incident setting the business back roughly $20,000. #samsparks #thebrew #steveharvey #chicago #elections

Greenleaf described the alderman’s role as a continuing exchange between City Hall and the community. #chicago #election

The objective, he said, is making government more proactive instead of waiting for problems to reach a crisis. #parkforest #joshuatravis

It cited limited access to capital, lengthy permitting processes and other bureaucratic barriers as obstacles that prevent businesses from surviving or expanding. #alexigiannoulias #chicago

Illinois, UAE Leaders Convene in Rosemont to Strengthen Innovation and Investment Ties (Rosemont, IL) - Business and government leaders from Illinois and the United...

The report evaluates participation across state agencies, boards, commissions, and public universities subject to the BEP Act. #spending #diverse

The event will include a haircut demonstration by licensed barber instructors and participation from students, faculty and administrators. #barber #students

“These individuals come from every corner of the city, bringing with them a wide range of experience in business, community engagement, and public service,” Black Bench Chicago said in a statement. #blackleaders

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

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Southland Black Chamber has been deeply concerned with the high number of retail thefts, burglaries, and violent crime in the streets of Cook County... #cookcountystatesattorney