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Monday, January 3, 2022
Tax Incentives for 2021 are available for small businesses affected by COVID-related shutdowns and disruptions. For 2021, the employee retention credit (ERC) is a quarterly tax credit against the employer’s share of certain payroll taxes.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
What every Illinois veteran, spouse, dependent or survivor of a veteran should know about the federal and state benefits to which they are entitled by law.
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
ComEd customers saved a total of more than $6 billion on their energy bills as a result of the company’s energy efficiency program that launched in 2008. The ComEd Energy Efficiency Program is one of the largest programs in the nation offering residents, businesses and the public sector a variety of options that help them cut back on their energy use, which reduces energy bills and helps the environment.
Friday, December 17, 2021
In fiscal year 2020, AMITA Health provided $336 million in community benefit including care of people living in poverty.
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.
