AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoIllinois Budget Watch: Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the FY 2027 budget, kicking off July 1 with major state and local tax changes and a spotlight on education and pension costs. Consumer & Retail: Illinois’ junk fee ban and other July 1 rules are set to reshape how businesses price and market to customers. Gaming & Regulation: Bally’s Chicago is fighting the city over video gaming terminals, hiring former Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s law firm as aldermen question ethics and contract impacts. Courts & Markets: Kalshi sued Illinois over a new prediction-market tax and rules, arguing federal regulators should be the only authority. Healthcare Workforce: Covista and Advocate Health launched a nursing collaboration with Chamberlain University to expand training and create a practice-ready pipeline. Real Estate & Development: Chicago broke ground on the 1901 Project around the United Center, a major mixed-use redevelopment aimed at jobs, housing, and new retail. Local Business Growth: Casey’s plans a big store expansion, targeting at least 400 new locations over the next three years. Community & Small Business: A Chicago moving company expanded professional services into Lakeview, focusing on high-rises and tight building logistics. Sports Business: NBA trade talk kept heating up, with Giannis and LaMelo among the league’s biggest offseason moves.
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