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Friday, November 12, 2021
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE), Chicago State University (CSU) and Chicago Urban League (CUL) are conducting a statewide survey to better understand the unique challenges Black business owners across Illinois are facing. We are requesting your participation if you identify as a Black or African American owned business located in Illinois.
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Kankakee County’s thriving manufacturing, healthcare, transportation and pharmaceutical industries are expanding, offering more opportunities for our community.
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Take this comprehensive wage and benefits survey to find out how your company measures up with wages, benefits and incentives.
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Exelon is offering scholarships through their HBCU Corporate Scholars Program for Illinois students pursuing a degree at an accredited HBCU. The deadline to apply is November 12.
Thursday, October 14, 2021
U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (IL-02) spent time at Plochman’s Mustard in Manteno, IL to highlight October as manufacturing month.
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Enbridge is a leading North American energy infrastructure company with a commitment to being a bridge to
a safer, cleaner and affordable energy future. The company released its 2020 Sustainability Report including new environmental, social and governance goals in 2021.
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Ranked in the top one percent of utilities across the United States, ComEd made infrastructure improvements that helped attract $2.7 billion in investment and create 6,400 new jobs.
Monday, August 30, 2021
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed into law a bill that will bring natural gas and affordable energy options to the residents in the Pembroke Township area. The legislation will take effect immediately.
Friday, August 13, 2021
Application portal opens August 18, 2021 for $250M in Back to Business (B2B) Grants for small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19.
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Ideally situated just 45 minutes south of Downtown Chicago along the I-57 corridor, Kankakee County boasts a diverse mix of an urban and rural lifestyle – offering a suite of business, residential and recreational benefits catering to Veterans.
