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Alexander S. Pissios Family Foundation partners with Gateway to Learning on disability employment
The Alexander S. Pissios Family Foundation has entered into a partnership with Gateway to Learning (GTL), an organization that supports adults with neurodiversity and intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in finding meaningful employment.
By D. S. Street | Nov 13, 2025
Mayor Johnson urges UN action over immigration raids and SNAP cuts affecting Chicago
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss the impact of federal immigration enforcement and food assistance cuts on Chicago residents.
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Mayor Brandon Johnson joins homelessness walk and supports food pantries amid federal cuts
By E. E. Morton | Nov 13, 2025
This weekend, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in several community events and activities across the city.
Mayor Johnson launches Shop Local campaign ahead of holiday shopping season
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 13, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have launched the Shop Local Chicago: Neighborhood Pride campaign.
Chicago leaders criticize ICE tactics and urge unity across city
By D. S. Street | Nov 10, 2025
More than 30 leaders from Chicago's business, civic, faith, higher education, and philanthropic sectors gathered on Friday, November 7, to publicly oppose tactics used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) across the city's neighborhoods.
Chicago releases report showing impact of summer youth employment programs
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 3, 2025
The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) has released its 2025 Summer Youth Impact Report, detailing the effects of city youth programs on employment, enrichment, and violence prevention.
Glock ends production of pistol models linked to illegal modifications after Chicago lawsuit
By L. M. Mejia | Nov 3, 2025
Glock Inc. will stop producing its current pistol models and introduce new products that are designed to prevent conversion into fully automatic weapons, following pressure from the City of Chicago.
Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses budget and public safety during busy weekend
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 3, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spent the weekend engaging with residents, business owners, and other city leaders to discuss community safety and the city's budget proposal.
City Council members raise concerns over proposed “jobs tax” in FY26 budget
By K. U. Butler | Oct 31, 2025
Several City Council members have recently voiced concerns about the proposed “jobs tax” and other aspects of Chicago’s FY26 City Budget.
Chicagoland Chamber supports new legislation securing funding for public transit
By D. E. Swan | Oct 31, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has expressed support for recently passed legislation that provides funding for the region’s public transit systems.
Chicago Fed cites housing, transportation costs in city’s higher inflation rate
By D. E. Swan | Oct 30, 2025
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago has reported that inflation in the Chicago area has recently surpassed the national rate, primarily due to faster increases in housing and transportation costs.
Chicagoland Chamber opposes SB1937 over concerns about pension crisis
By K. U. Butler | Oct 29, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has released a statement voicing opposition to SB1937, a proposed piece of legislation that would affect the state's pension system. “Make no mistake, SB1937 would dramatically exacerbate Illinois’s already...
Chicagoland Chamber criticizes job-related taxes in Mayor Johnson’s 2026 budget proposal
By K. U. Butler | Oct 16, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement in response to Mayor Johnson’s proposed 2026 budget for the city of Chicago.
Chicagoland Chamber celebrates legacy on Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day
By D. S. Street | Oct 14, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is marking Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day in 2025 by highlighting its history and ongoing role in the business community.
Chicagoland Chamber members named to Crain’s 40 Under 40 list
By D. S. Street | Oct 13, 2025
Several members of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce have been recognized in the annual Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40 list.
Chicagoland Chamber adds new members to executive committee and board
By K. U. Butler | Oct 10, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce convened its quarterly Board of Directors meeting on October 8, hosted by Barnes & Thornburg.
Chicago named Best Big U.S. City by Condé Nast Traveler for ninth year
By D. E. Swan | Oct 8, 2025
Chicago has been named the Best Big U.S. City for the ninth consecutive year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler.
Ferrero executive details partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
By K. U. Butler | Sep 25, 2025
Rick Fossali, an executive at Ferrero and Fannie May, shared his experience supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, highlighting how both personal and corporate philanthropy can contribute to advancing pediatric healthcare.
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce holds networking event at Weber Grill Restaurant
By D. S. Street | Sep 22, 2025
On September 17, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce organized a networking event at Weber Grill Restaurant in Chicago's River North neighborhood.
Chicagoland Chamber names Tom Ricketts recipient of Daniel H. Burnham leadership award
By D. S. Street | Sep 16, 2025
Tom Ricketts, Executive Chairman of the Chicago Cubs, has been named the 34th recipient of the Daniel H. Burnham Award for Distinguished Leadership by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.