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Black Women’s Expo at McCormick Place features 3 phenomenal headliners – Joy Reid, Keke Palmer, and Le’Andria Johnson

The nation’s longest‑running exposition celebrating Black women, their families, and their communities returns this summer as The Black Women’s Expo (BWe) hosts its highly anticipated 31st annual...

Chicago’s Small Business Community gathers for last Chicago Business Resource Expo of 2026

Free expo at Malcolm X College on August 29 connects Chicago entrepreneurs with essential resources, workshops and a keynote from a Chicago BBQ business...

Nominations for Treasurer’s office programs for small business and college scholarships close soon

Two important deadlines are approaching for Chicago Treasurer’s Office (CTO) programs to help small businesses and 2026 college-bound Chicago Public School graduates. Chicago Stars Awards...

Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion launches Mentor Protégé Program for diverse businesses

The Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion is proud to announce the launch of its new Mentor Protégé Program, a new initiative designed to...

Chicago Stars Awards returns for emerging small businesses

From Neighborhood Staples to Emerging Brands: Chicago Stars Awards Returns: Chicago Treasurer’s Office launches 2026 nominations to spotlight the small businesses driving neighborhood investment, local...

Mayor Biss, Evanston Baristas to Demand Starbucks Respect Fair Work Week Protections, Finalize Fair Union Contract

Local baristas to raise concerns about alleged ongoing Fair Work Week law violations Workers, officials, community allies to call on Starbucks to stop violating local,...

Senator Celina Villanueva joins Pilsen City Clerk for Shopping in Solidarity

Chicago leaders are stepping up efforts to support small businesses in Pilsen as economic pressures continue to impact local communities. One of the Chicago's most...

Mayor Brandon Johnson, Department of Planning and Development announce Neighborhood Opportunity Fund Grants for 11 Chicago Businesses

South, Southwest, and West Side businesses are receiving over $2.1 million to support renovations and new buildouts through city program supporting neighborhood commercial corridors. On...

Andrew Maychruk joins First Independence Bank as SVP and Regional Chicago Market President to Lead Integration Effort

First Independence Bank is pleased to announce. Andrew Maychruk as its new senior vice president and regional Chicago market president. In this new role, Maychruk...

The Carr Report: Before you say ‘I Do’…..Do this

Love is a beautiful thing, fam. It’s that spark that makes your heart race, your palms sweat, and your dreams feel like they’re finally...