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Illinois bet on solar to meet its climate goals. Trump has the industry in his crosshairs.
Jul 17, 2025 1:41 pm - Congress’ latest budget package slashed federal tax incentives for solar developments. Industry insiders said the latest federal policies create “a lot of uncertainty.” Illinois facilitates significant funding for the renewables industry, particularly for solar, which provides some insulation against the federal action.
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The House is poised to OK Trump's $9 billion cut to public broadcasting and foreign aid
Jul 17, 2025 1:34 pm - The House is expected late Thursday to approve President Donald Trump's request to claw back about $9 billion for public broadcasting and foreign aid as Republicans target institutions and programs they view as bloated or out of step with their agenda.
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BBB 2025 Torch Awards for business ethics are open for submissionsJul 17, 2025 1:16 pm - The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois is accepting nominations and entries for the 2025 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics — a prestigious honor recognizing businesses that lead with integrity and inspire trust in the marketplace.
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A hot dog on your deep dish? Lou Malnati’s and Portillo’s pair up for Chicago Dog Deep DishJul 17, 2025 11:44 am - Hot dog-topped deep dish pizza? Yep, it’s a thing thanks to Lou Malnati’s and Portillo’s.
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Northbrook Chamber to host Small Business Expo July 21Jul 17, 2025 9:31 am - The Northbrook Chamber’s Annual Business Expo, Passport to Small Business, invites guests to engage directly with local business leaders through face-to-face conversations, live product demonstrations, and interactive exhibits from 5-7:30 p.m. Monday, July 21.
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US retail sales bounce around in a whipsaw trade environment
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‘An investment in compassion’: Recovered gift of nearly $201K presented to beloved animal shelterJul 16, 2025 8:32 pm - The last wishes of an anonymous donor were honored this week and a beloved animal shelter got a welcome boost as a result of a state consumer protection initiative to return unclaimed assets to rightful owners.
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Nostalgic for bar cars? Metra may introduce ‘café cars’Jul 16, 2025 4:52 pm - Remember Metra’s bar cars? The agency may bring back a similar amenity but alcohol’s not a given.
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Making progress: Spring Hill Mall demolition ahead of schedule and sparking developers’ interestJul 16, 2025 3:06 pm - Demolition work at the former Spring Hill Mall is moving faster than anticipated.
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Prospect Heights approves land swap enabling hangars to replace hotel at Chicago Executive AirportJul 16, 2025 3:04 pm - Prospect Heights officials have approved a redrawing of the property line between an office building and the site of a recently demolished hotel at Chicago Executive Airport to enable the construction of eight hangars there.