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Madison Street Books, shuttered after two days, plans for future
In today’s world of megastores and online shopping, merely opening a brick-and-mortar independent bookstore is bucking the system.
CCC Information Services looking to move to Fulton Market
If Google moves to the West Loop, other tech companies are sure to follow.
Ill. restaurants, pubs and bars allowed to make alcohol deliveries – for now
The state of Illinois is pretty clear that it does not want people meeting in restaurants, bars and clubs while the COVID-19 pandemic is raging, which it says will be at least until April 30, but it does not want to spoil everyone’s fun completely.
Politan Row stall wins kudos from James Beard Foundation
Amid the glittering Michelin-starred eateries and upscale restaurants crowding the West Loop (and making it an ever-better-known destination for serious foodies) sits a kiosk in a food court that dishes out Indian street food— and became one of only two food emporiums in the city to become a semi-finalist in the James Beard Foundation Awards’ best new restaurant category.
WEST LOOP COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION: State and Federal Programs For Impacted Businesses
By Press release submission Apr 7, 2020
Governor Pritzker launched the All In Illinois campaign, to remind residents of our state to stay home, stay safe and stay healthy.
WEST LOOP COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION: Recommended Guidance for Preventing Spread of COVID-19 in Grocery Stores
By Press release submission Apr 7, 2020
Grocery stores can play an important role in protecting their employees and customers from COVID-19 infections by following personal and environmental hygiene practices.
WEST LOOP COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION: It's National Census Day!
By Press release submission Apr 7, 2020
National Census Day! By April 1, every home will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census.
WEST LOOP COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION: Apply To Chicago's $100M Small Business Resiliency Fund Now
By Press release submission Apr 6, 2020
The City of Chicago recognizes that coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has put a difficult burden on our small business community.
WEST LOOP COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION: President Preckwinkle Unveils Economic Relief Package for Cook County Residents and Businesses
By Press release submission Mar 30, 2020
In an effort to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced an expansive series of measures waiving various County fines, fees and deferring tax collections.
WEST CENTRAL ASSOCIATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN CHICAGO: West Central Association Covid-19 Resource Guide
By Press release submission Mar 30, 2020
As your chamber of commerce, we want to strive to be a good advocate for our member businesses during this pandemic by sharing any resources we find.
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WEST CENTRAL ASSOCIATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN CHICAGO: NEED CAPITAL? Chicago Small Business Resiliency Loan Fund
By Press release submission Mar 23, 2020
The city of Chicago is establishing a $100 million Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund, which will help provide small businesses with emergency cash flow during this immediate health crisis.
WEST LOOP COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION: What People Are Saying About Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago Small Business Resiliency Loan Fund
By Press release submission Mar 23, 2020
In a speech delivered to Chicagoans last night, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced a new $100 million economic relief package to support Chicago's small businesses that are experiencing a temporary loss of revenue as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.
WEST CENTRAL ASSOCIATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN CHICAGO: Tia Angelos Joins the Greektown Ssa #16 Team as Program Director
By Press release submission Mar 23, 2020
The Greektown SSA #16 team is excited to announce their new Program Director Tia Angelos.
Uncooked take-out to offer the real raw deal in West Loop
Quick! That comes to mind when you hear the words “fast food?” If you’re like most of us, those words conjure images of burgers, fries, breaded chicken and other items laden with the fat and salt that make everything so tasty, but not necessarily the best choices for a steady diet.
Did Kids & Company daycare get closed to make room for West Loop weed store?
West Loop parents whose children were cared for at Kids & Company’s 1140 W. Madison location say they were given exactly nine days notice that the day care would be closing Feb. 28.
Potential West Loop weed company, Cannabis Equity Coalition sign community benefits pact
Nature’s Care Company, which plans to open a recreational marijuana dispensary in the West Loop, has agreed to sign a community benefits pact with the Cannabis Equity Illinois Coalition.
Asta's latest mural at Fulton Market Kitchen encourages women 'today and every day'
Artist Lauren Asta is adding to the public art in Chicago, and in her latest piece, extends her celebration of International Women’s Day “today and every day.”
Dispensary33 aims to open shop on West Loop's restaurant row
In a growing trend, Dispensary33 is the latest weed shop that is looking to open in the booming West Loop.
Pre-leasing now open for Porte complex
By Fredrick Thompson Mar 16, 2020
New apartment complex Porte has joined the West Loop at the site of the previous H20 Plus shampoo manufacturer.
WEST LOOP: Strings, Syrah, & Sisterhood to be held on March 22, 2020
By Press release submission Mar 16, 2020
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a concert featuring works written by a diverse group of living, female composers performed by an all-women Chicago Phil Chamber ensemble.