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NASCAR’s Chicago exit draws praise from Illinois fiscal advocate

Catrina Barker | The Center Square - September 13, 2026

NASCAR and Chicago tourism officials reported that the 2024 race produced an estimated $128 million in total economic impact and $9.6 million in state and local taxes. #nascar #centersquare

Chicago

Alderman Bill Conway Statement on NASCAR Announcement, Budget

Silence DoGood - August 29, 2024

However, in two surveys of my ward following each event, neighbors repeatedly asked for this not to be held on July 4th weekend, when the race blocks access to the park for weeks around a family holiday. #statement

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