Chicago celebrates National Small Business Week
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced the celebration of National Small Business Week.
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Complete Restoration of the Department of the Environment Announced
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the complete restoration of the Chicago Department of the Environment (DOE).
Governor Pritzker and IBM Collaborate to Bring 750 New Jobs to the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park
Governor JB Pritzker and IBM announced the company’s new FutureNow Chicago delivery center at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP).
Construction Season Kicks Off with Events Highlighting Improvements in Chicago
Mayor Brandon Johnson joins City departments and sister agencies to celebrate the start of the 2026 construction season.
Grants Announced for Food Program
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined the Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD) at Malcolm X College to celebrate the 67 community organizations that will receive city grants through a mutual aid initiative designed to expand access to food and support services.
Pritzker doubles funding for the Regional Site Preparation Program
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced an additional $30 million in funding for the Regional Site Preparation Program.
Pritzker Boosts Economic Growth as Global Companies Choose Illinois for Expansion
In the first quarter of 2026, a growing number of global companies have decided to invest, expand, and create jobs in Illinois, marking a start to the year that already surpasses the job creation commitments of recent years.
Mars Snacking Announces Expansion and Creation of 600 New Jobs in Chicago
Governor JB Pritzker and Mars Snacking announced that the company will create 600 new jobs as part of the expansion of its global headquarters in Chicago.
Pritzker Announces That Hyundai Translead Will Create 2,500 Jobs in Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker and Hyundai Translead announced that the company will establish new trailer manufacturing plants in Illinois, creating approximately 2,500 full-time jobs in the state.
Divvy Announces $99 Annual Membership Extension for New Users
Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), and Lyft announced the continuation of the popular $99 annual Divvy membership for new users and those returning to the service, as well as a price freeze for current members and the addition of 200 new or upgraded stations throughout the year.
