SBA RELIEF STILL AVAILABLE TO ILLINOIS SMALL BUSINESSES & PRIVATE NONPROFITS The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Illinois of the April 15, 2025, deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks continued their slide through a volatile week. U.S. trade policy drove much of the market’s movement, broadening investors' concerns about economic growth and inflation. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 3.10 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index dropped 3.45 percent. The Dow Jones...
WEST CHICAGO'S BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA TEAM SENDS COMPETITORS TO NATIONALS Business Professionals of America (BPA) hosted its annual State Leadership Conference in Oak Brook, IL concluding on March 1, 2025. The event brought together over 1,200 high school competitors from across Illinois to showcase their skills in various business and technology-related events...
STEEP TARIFFS IMPOSED, THEN PARTY PAUSED, DISRUPTING U.S. COMMERCE After weeks of uncertainty, President Trump on March 4 invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose 25% tariffs on all goods from Canada and Mexico, with a 10% tariff applied to Canadian energy exports. An additional 10% duty was also imposed on all imports from China, bringing the average applied U.S. tariff on Chinese...
HERRICK LAKE - PRAIRIE & SAVANNA RESTORATION PROJECT The 887-acre Herrick Lake Forest Preserve in Wheaton is home to an impressive variety of wildlife and is one of the Forest Preserve District’s most popular preserves. This project involves crews removing aggressive plant species from 550 acres of the preserve,...
VOTER SUPPORT FOR PERMANENT TAX RELIEF A new U.S. Chamber of Commerce survey reveals overwhelming public support for making the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) permanent. Absent congressional action, most of the pro-growth reforms in the TCJA will expire at the end of this year...
WEST CHICAGO LIFESMARTS TEAM WINS ILLINOIS CHAMPIONSHIP West Chicago Community High School won first place in the 29th annual Illinois LifeSmarts State Competition. The competition took place on February 25th and was hosted at West Chicago Community High School. Members of the winning team were Niya Patel (Captain), Elio Bregu, Alex Jacobo, and Keelie Steward. The team ...
HOUSE TAKES STEP TO EXTEND PRO-GROWTH TAX REFORMS The U.S. House of Representatives took an important step toward permanent tax relief for American families and businesses by passing a budget resolution on Tuesday. Pro-growth tax policy will help drive the...
ROSECRANCE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, NORTH CENTRAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEMS MAKE AFFILIATION OFFICIAL The affiliation will create stronger organizations, providing a full continuum of mental health and substance use treatment services. Rosecrance Behavioral Health and North Central Behavioral Health Systems (NCBHS) are excited to announce their official affiliation, which enhances the quality of resources and expands access to care for individuals and ...
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE BOARD NAMES DR. MUDDASSIR SIDDIQI PRESIDENT The College of DuPage Board of Trustees has approved Dr. Muddassir Siddiqi as the institution’s eighth president. Dr. Siddiqi, who was confirmed at the Board’s Feb. 20 regular meeting, is currently the Vice Chancellor oF Instructional Innovation and Digital Strategy at the Houston ...
COMMUNITIES & BUSINESSES MAKE CASE FOR PERMANENT TAX RELIEF When Main Street businesses have a competitive tax code, local economies prosper, and workers benefit from higher paychecks and more job opportunities. Why it matters: Unless Congress acts on extending provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) set to expire in ...
COYOTE SIGHTING INCREASE AS MATING SEASON BEGINS IN DUPAGE Coyote sightings are on the rise in DuPage County as the animals enter their late-winter mating season, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County reminds residents. Seeing a coyote this time of year is ...
GETTING READY FOR SNOW: IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR RESIDENTS The City of West Chicago encourages residents to be ready and informed when snow enters the area. Below are some friendly reminders about the City’s snow removal policies and procedures to help everyone stay safe and...
WEST CHICAGO FOCUSES ON GROWTH, REVITALIZATION & COMMUNITY INVESTMENT IN 2025 West Chicago continues to live up to its reputation as a premier place to live for families, having once again been recognized and included on Fortune Magazine’s list of Best Places to Live for Families. This accolade, combined with the many milestones achieved over the past year, demonstrates the City's ongoing commitment to ensuring a vibrant ...
CANTIGNY SALUTE TO SERVICE The U.S. Army turns 250 in 2025, and Cantigny is planning a months-long celebration, including special exhibits at the First Division Museum, programs for families, and a special performance by Actor and Humanitarian Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band as they return to Cantigny. The band, which ...
WEST CHICAGO PARK FOUNDATION 2025 GOLF EVENT! As a family-owned business for nearly 100 years, St. Andrews is pleased to be part of the greater DuPage Community and a member of the Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce. The event will be held June 4, 2025 and bring...
ILLINOIS CHAMBER 2025 GLOBAL TRADE OUTLOOK The Illinois Chamber of Commerce hosted the Global Trade Outlook 2025 on Tuesday, at the Chicago Club, sponsored by our member Dentons Law Firm. Laura Ortega, Executive Director of the International Business Council, led this sold-out event that brought together perspectives ...
CITY EXPANDS GRANT PROGRAM TO BOOST DOWNTOWN RETAIL & RESTAURANT GROWTH In an effort to increase retail and restaurant activity in the heart of West Chicago, the Downtown Retail & Restaurant Business Grant Program has been revised. Originally established in 2013, the program has awarded only one grant in its history, which was just recently reimbursed with...
NEW BUSINESS & COMMUNITY RELATIONS DEPARTMENT SET TO DRIVE GROWTH & ENGAGEMENT The City of West Chicago recently formed the Business & Community Relations Department to provide a dedicated team focused on a cohesive approach to “outreach, engagement, and investment, which are the pillars of a healthy, attractive and thriving community,” according...
