AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy Reliability Upgrade: Ameren Transmission Company of Illinois completed the Knox County Connector Project, adding about 11 miles of new and upgraded high-voltage lines linking Galesburg to Oneida to improve service for residents and businesses. Local Business Openings: Springfield saw several new openings in June, including Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Vault 66 Pinball, and Matto: Pizza Pies, as well as IRelax Hair Salon. EV Charging Costs: EVIQO released 2026 guidance showing home charging typically runs about 5–6 cents per mile, even as the federal Section 30C charger credit has expired. EV/Policy Transparency: A FOIA fight over HUD’s use of AI in housing policy is raising questions after requests were reportedly denied. Illinois Consumer Safety: Ola-Ola Pounded Yam is under recall in multiple states, including Illinois, due to an undeclared milk allergen. Agriculture & Markets: Chicago soybean and corn futures slipped after USDA reported slightly improved crop conditions, though hot-weather risk remains. M&A/Infrastructure Finance: I Squared Capital agreed to sell a 25% minority stake in TIP Group to IMCO and GCM Grosvenor.
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