Move comes after industrial giants get built next to residential areas

Washington, D.C.'s largest suburban county has set new limits on the size of data centers and their proximity to residential neighborhoods and transit stops as the industrial facilities spread.

Burdens differed by racial group

Nearly half of all renter households in 2023 spent more than 30% of their income on housing costs, with some racial groups bearing the burden more than others, according to new survey data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Microsoft plans to eliminate 650 positions in its Xbox gaming division, the latest reduction hitting the tech industry as companies respond to slower consumer demand.

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The nation’s annual inflation rate posted at 2.5% in August, down from 2.9% in the prior month and continuing an economic cooldown expected to spur an interest rate reduction at the Federal Reserve’s next meeting Sept. 17-18.

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Small business confidence continued to wane in the latest monthly survey by the National Federation of Independent Business, with operators citing inflation as their top problem amid rising uncertainty about the economy.

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Record high temperatures caused massive power outages and sparked wildfires in Southern California throughout the past weekend, as the Phoenix region stretched a string of more than 100 days of temperatures above 100 degrees.

The Hoffer Plastics team is humbled and honored to be chosen as a 2024 Best Plants Award Winner by IndustryWeek! This award recognizes more than 71 years of operational excellence, exceptional customer care and employee satisfaction within our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in South Elgin, Illinois.

The Hoffer Plastics team is humbled and honored to be chosen as a 2024 Best Plants Award Winner by IndustryWeek! This award recognizes more than 71 years of operational excellence, exceptional customer care and employee satisfaction within our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in South Elgin, Illinois.

WRMN 1410, "The Voice of the Valley," proudly announces the commencement of its 75th year of broadcasting, marking a significant milestone in the station's rich history of serving the Fox River Valley.

WRMN 1410, "The Voice of the Valley," proudly announces the commencement of its 75th year of broadcasting, marking a significant milestone in the station's rich history of serving the Fox River Valley.

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The nation added 142,000 new nonfarm jobs in August, marking another month of cooling employment trends and providing more potential support for an interest rate cut at the Federal Reserve’s next meeting on Sept. 17-19.

Global business advisory firm EisnerAmper announces that the partners and colleagues of Elgin, IL-based, CPA firm Tighe, Kress & Orr, P.C. (“TKO”) are joining EisnerAmper in a combination expected to close in October 2024.

Global business advisory firm EisnerAmper announces that the partners and colleagues of Elgin, IL-based, CPA firm Tighe, Kress & Orr, P.C. (“TKO”) are joining EisnerAmper in a combination expected to close in October 2024.

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Job reductions announced by U.S.-based companies during August nearly tripled from the prior month as private payroll job growth showed further signs of slowing, according to closely watched reports issued Thursday by industry analysts.

Retailer depends on its existing stores, not Halloween City pop-ups

This Halloween season holds some retail property twists as chains across the United States try to conjure up more sales of costumes and other spooky paraphernalia.

Pet Responsibility is more then petting and love, it involves care, regular pet check up, proper nutrition and more.

Key aspects include regular vet check-ups to monitor health and proper nutrition. Training and socialization are also crucial. Basic obedience training helps make your dog safer and more enjoyable. Safety measures such as microchipping, ID tags, and a secure home environment help protect your dog. Emotional well-being is equally important, with mental stimulation and quality time.

Flender Corporation, an Elgin Chamber member, was promoted at the 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race with FLENDER prominently displayed on the hood of the #17 RFK Racing Fastenal car, driven by Chris Buscher. VIP passes were presented to members of the Flender Team.

Flender Corporation, an Elgin Chamber member, was promoted at the 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race with FLENDER prominently displayed on the hood of the #17 RFK Racing Fastenal car, driven by Chris Buscher. VIP passes were presented to members of the Flender Team.

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Analysts said U.S. thefts from cargo trucks rose 49% from a year earlier in this year’s first half, sparked largely by increases in Southern California due to its high density of freight logistics hubs.

Single tickets are now on sale for the Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s 75th anniversary season, which opens the weekend of Sept. 28 and 29 with a Spanish-music-themed program that includes Ravel’s “Bolero”, guest guitarist Ana Vidovic performing Rodrigo’s “Fantasia para un gentilhombre”, Falla’s Suites from “The Three-Cornered Hat”, and Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz’s “Kauyumari”. Tickets start at $20, and student tickets are available for $10.

To celebrate Chamber of Commerce Week, the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce an Open House Luncheon on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at the chamber office located at 31 South Grove Avenue in Elgin.

Hampton Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) has been recognized as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work by the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE)!

This award is a testament to our commitment to creating an exceptional employee experience for our team. The award is determined based on comprehensive employee surveys that assess key factors such as benefits, corporate culture, team effectiveness, meaningful work, and career development opportunities.

PSMJ Resources, Inc., the global leader in business management data and guidance for architects and engineers, has named Hampton Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) a 2024 AEC Employer of Choice

PSMJ Resources, Inc., the global leader in business management data and guidance for architects and engineers, has named Hampton Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) a 2024 AEC Employer of Choice®

The City of Elgin is seeking qualified applicants for its newly established Civilian Review Board (CRB). This independent body will play a crucial role in evaluating the Elgin Police Department’s practices and ensuring transparency and equity in law enforcement activities.

At the conclusion of each General Assembly, the Illinois Chamber assesses the performance of every legislator based on their votes on key business-related bills. Our ratings track votes important to the state's business community and grade legislators based on their support for pro-business issues during the two-year legislative session.

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Guiding Economic Development Goals, Comprehensive Business Development Strategy to Support Illinois Communities

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) released Illinois’ 2024 Economic Growth Plan, a five-year plan to guide Illinois’ economic development priorities and programming. Building upon Illinois’ success, this plan outlines a roadmap to attract record-level investments, create jobs and support communities over the next five years while laying the foundation for economic growth for generations to come.

Seigle’s is proud to be a Sims-Lohman company. Sims-Lohman is a trusted name in the kitchen and bath industry nationwide, offering top-notch service to the home building industry. Sims-Lohman, a family-owned business, is one of Cincinnati’s largest private companies and the nation’s largest provider of kitchen cabinets, granite and quartz countertops to building professionals. Sims-Lohman continues to expand, with recent acquisitions of Florida-based The Legacy Cabinet Companies and Prestige Kitchens and Baths.

Stefanie Rupert will step up to lead $830 million Illinois credit union

Corporate America Family Credit Union (CAFCU) announced today the appointment of Stefanie Rupert as its new president and chief executive officer. Selected by CAFCU’s board of directors, Rupert will lead the Elgin-headquartered institution, which boasts an asset size of approximately $830 million, operates 20 branches, employs over 220 individuals, and serves more than 67,000 members nationwide.

The Atrium at Oak Crest is proud to announce the celebration of its 120th anniversary and dedication of the new memorial rock garden at 9:30am on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 204 South State St. in Elgin.

Illinois Chamber Announces Recipients of New Bridge Builder Award Throughout this week, the Illinois Chamber announced its new Bridge Builder Award to members and media. The Bridge Builder is our newest award which recognizes bipartisanship and collaboration in the 103rd General Assembly.

ELGIN - Classes resume Tuesday, Aug. 13, for more than 34,000 kindergartners through 12th graders, as well as Transition students, across School District U-46. Preschool students will return to classrooms on Tuesday, Aug. 20.

ELGIN - School District U-46 is preparing for the 2024-25 school year with new leaders stepping into top administrator roles. Some of these professionals have recently joined the District, while others have been promoted from within U-46 to serve in a new position.

We can hardly wait to welcome our students back for another year of learning and growth.

Classes resume Tuesday, Aug. 13, for more than 34,000 kindergartners through 12th graders, as well as Transition students, across School District U-46. Preschool students will return to classrooms on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Many of our employees have spent this summer preparing our buildings, classrooms, curriculum, and resources to serve U-46 students and families during the 2024-25 school year.

Hoffer Plastics, South Elgin, Illinois, a leading provider of custom injection molding solutions, is pleased to announce two significant achievements. The recognitions showcase a dual commitment to driving higher quality and greater productivity for customers, while strengthening the community through educational opportunities and engagements that provide pathways to a brighter future.

Gail Borden Library’s South Elgin Branch located at 127 South McLean Blvd., South Elgin, Illinois will close on August 12 for a wonderful reason. When it reopens in the early summer of 2025, the customer space will have almost tripled and there will be many new amenities for users.

Prime Healthcare has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Ascension for the sale of Ascension Illinois hospitals, associated physician practices, post-acute and senior living facilities.

The Children’s Theatre of Elgin (CTE), located in Elgin, Illinois, has been a cherished institution in the community since its founding in 1988. In 1993, Fox Valley Theatre Company (FVTC) was added as a subsidiary as a more advanced option for older students. Dedicated to providing children and teens with opportunities to explore the world of theatre, CTE offers a range of programs that emphasize the importance of creativity, teamwork, and personal growth.

Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets (RDMS) & Research in Illinois to Spur Economic (RISE) Recovery Implementation Grants – application deadline July 22 The Rebuild Illinois Downtowns and Main Streets Capital program (RDMS) will provide grants for construction, repair and modernization of public infrastructure and amenities to boost jobs, improve quality of life and stimulate economic activity for communities that have experienced disinvestment.

The City of Elgin Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to participate in shaping the future of Wing Park. As part of the adopted 2023 Master Plan, the department is planning to enhance park amenities with support from the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant.

Honor Our Heroes

Join The Cook County Clerk's Office and hundreds of Cook County local businesses in honoring our Veterans and military members by offering discounts to card-carrying members of the program.

Thanking the community for continued support

Join in on the celebration of 6 years providing shooting needs and with service from a fantastic team.

As summer temperatures rise, it’s a great time for your dog to cool off by the water. Whether planning a beach trip or having a pool in your backyard, keeping your furry family member safe is important!

NEVER LEAVE YOUR DOG ALONE IN THE WATER: It’s crucial always to be present when your dog is swimming or playing around water. Whether at the beach, by a lake, or in a pool, being vigilant is extremely important, as accidents can happen instantly. Encountering wildlife or strong currents is a risk in open bodies of water, while your dog could slip near a pool and fall in unexpectedly or become too tired to keep swimming. If you ever need to leave an area, take them with you or have your friends/loved ones keep watch. I

Law Requires Posting No Later Than July 15th

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) posted updated prevailing wage rates, by construction trade, for each county on Monday this week. By requiring that local prevailing wages are paid on public works construction and infrastructure projects, the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act helps ensure that Illinois’ tax dollars are re-invested back into Illinois’ workforce and spent in Illinois’ economy.

Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc., Judson University, and WT Group provided 12 students from school districts U-46, 300 and 301 internship opportunities showcasing their organizations and their work in the region. Through these internships, students were exposed to a wide range of specialties within these career fields including civil environmental, structural engineering, architecture, interior and exterior design, surveying, drone technology, computer-aided design applications, 3D modeling and other design projects.

Team RED Monthly Webinar Updates to DCEO Business Development Programs

Northeast Region Weekly Update July 15, 2024 Team RED Monthly Webinar Updates to DCEO Business Development Programs Join Team RED for a high-level overview of HB5005, the new omnibus bill to incentivize corporate development and increase Illinois’ competitive edge for attracting new businesses and capital investments. This legislation was signed on June 26th, 2024.

The Elgin Master Chorale board of directors recently announced the appointment of Tyler Hast as the organization’s new executive director. This strategic leadership transition marks a significant milestone in the chorale’s esteemed 77-year history, celebrated for its artistic excellence and community outreach

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Congratulations to Elgin Community College. We are thrilled Diane Kerruish, senior executive assistant to the president, received the Professional Board Staff Member Award from ICCTA. This award recognizes exemplary performance in supporting an Illinois community college board of trustees. She is an incredible person we get to work with and so glad she received this well-deserved honor!

Mariano’s in Arlington Heights, Palatine, Des Plaines, Lake Zurich and Wheaton are among the 35 Illinois grocery stores being sold by supermarket chains Kroger and Albertsons if their merger is approved.

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The report underscores the company’s continued commitment to solving for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses – safer everywhere.

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) today released its annual Corporate Responsibility Report, highlighting the company’s environmental, social and governance programs and performance in 2023. The report underscores the company’s continued commitment to solving for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses – safer everywhere.

Learn about and provide comment on Phase I preliminary engineering and environmental studies for both the Chicago Street and Kimball Street bridges and Fox River Trail improvements.

The City of Elgin invites the community to attend a public information meeting on Thursday, July 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn about and provide comment on Phase I preliminary engineering and environmental studies for both the Chicago Street and Kimball Street bridges and Fox River Trail improvements. The event will take place at the Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120.

“We are very happy to welcome Linda to the Chamber,” said Carol Gieske

“We are very happy to welcome Linda to the Chamber,” said Carol Gieske, CEO/President of the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce. “Linda is a valuable addition to our Chamber staff. As a long-time community leader, she is established and highly active within a wide variety of local Elgin area organizations and the Hispanic community. She excels in building strong relationships and her wide range of networking contacts will be invaluable in connecting and strengthening our area businesses as well as reaching out in the commun

The World Boxing Council (WBC) has endorsed Dr. Robert Renteria, the renowned author of From the Barrio to the Board Room, to mentor and inspire youth in the 176 countries they serve.

The World Boxing Council (WBC) has endorsed Dr. Robert Renteria, the renowned author of From the Barrio to the Board Room, to mentor and inspire youth in the 176 countries they serve.

This prestigious award, the highest rating in Deere & Company’s Achieving Excellence program

Elgin Industries, a leading global manufacturer for the automotive, heavy-duty, and industrial markets, has been awarded Deere & Company’s John Deere Partner-Level Supplier status for the 12th consecutive year. This prestigious award, the highest rating in Deere & Company’s Achieving Excellence program, evaluates suppliers on quality, cost management, delivery, technical support, and responsiveness.

The City of Elgin is excited to welcome Buffy, the newest addition to the Lords Park Zoo! Buffy, weighing in about 600 pounds and just over a year old, arrived at Lords Park Zoo on Monday, June 3. She brings fresh energy and companionship to our lone bison, Takota.