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The latest on new businesses, economic trends, market shifts, and the people driving the local economy.

Close-up of a car's dashboard displaying speed limit technology, with a driver's hands on the steering wheel on a highway at dusk.

Illinois Law Requires Speed Limit Tech for Restricted Drivers

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed a bill requiring repeat speeders to use technology to prevent exceeding limits for restricted driving privileges, though the program won't launch until after New Year's Day 2028.

Rafael Mendoza· Jun 28· 2 min read

ICE Detains Street Vendor After Police Ticketed Her

After Chicago police ticketed street vendor Norma Salazar Perdomo for operating without a license on May 5, she was subsequently detained by ICE.

Rafael Mendoza· Jun 19· 3 min

The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago during its grand opening celebration, with dignitaries and former presidents in attendance.

Obama Center Opening Celebration Events Kick Off June 18 2026

Barack Obama appeared to wipe away a tear during the grand opening of his Presidential Center in Chicago, an emotional moment witnessed by a global array of dignitaries and former presidents.

Rafael Mendoza· Jun 19· 3 min

Illinois Law Requires Speed Limit Tech for Restricted Drivers

AI's economic impact: Job displacement and UBI solutions

Supreme Court Ends TPS for Haitians and Syrians Nationwide

Mayor's $3B Parking Meter Bid Tops Investor Offer

Illinois abortion laws see rising demand strain support systems

ICE Detains Street Vendor After Police Ticketed Her

Obama Center Opening Celebration Events Kick Off June 18 2026