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The first business to open through the City’s South Lawndale Storefront Activation Program turns a long-vacant building at the gateway to 26th Street into a creative home for local artists — opening with Danza Mexica, Chinelo dancers, a ribbon cutting and a private collection featuring works by Héctor Duarte, Diana Solís, Carlos Cortez and Wesley Willis. CHICAGO — October 6, 2026 — TE-QU, a Southwest-rooted creative home where local artists ...

Articulo Completo Comunidad mexicana en Chicago grita independencia con orgullo tras año de silencio forzado. Familias, delegaciones y cónsul Reina Torres Mendivil se reúnen en La Villita. Miles de personas recuperan sentimiento de nacionalismo en el medio oeste. An estimated 400,000 spectators gathered in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, for the 55th annual Mexican Independence Day Parade, marking a vibrant resurgence after reduced turnout during immigration ...

Artículo completo El tema del desfile de este año fue “Unidos cabalgamos: Más fuertes que nunca”, y los organizadores dijeron que el evento sirve como una celebración cultural y un motor económico para los negocios locales.   Un año después de que las amenazas de inmigración atenuaran muchas de las celebraciones del Día de la Independencia de México en Chicago, el desfile de este año tenía como objetivo recuperar los ...

La Raza / Chicago La Fundación de la Cámara de Comercio Hispana de Illinois otorgará $5,000 a 52 pequeños negocios afectados por las dificultades económicas Por  Ashley Quincin / 03 Ago 2026, 17:20 PM CDT La Fundación de la Cámara de Comercio Hispana de Illinois otorgará $260,000 en subvenciones a pequeños negocios del área de Chicago como parte de un esfuerzo para ayudar a los emprendedores a recuperarse de los desafíos económicos, incluidas ...

This is a friendly reminder to join the IMAGINE 26th & KOSTNER Initial Activation Design Feedback Virtual Session taking place on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM. Park Design Session, will take place on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM, where participants will help brainstorm ideas for the long-term vision of the future park. RSVP using the QRC Code. We hope you can join us as we continue ...

If you are a business owner thinking about retirement and want to consider exit strategies, this workshop is for you: Wintrust Bank & Pueblo Consulting STRATEGIC EXIT PLANNING FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS WEDNESDAY, May 13 at 6 PM Dear Business Owner, For generations, family-owned businesses have been the heart of our community. But today, many owners are facing an important question: what comes next? If your children are pursuing different ...

Workshop #1 Promote Your Business for FREE on WWW.VisitLittleVillage.com By:DE LA MANO PROGRAM & WWW.VISITLITTLEVILLAGE.COM TUESDAY, May 12 at 9 AM Learn how to get your Little Village business online, attract visitors, and promote your local events—at no cost. Join us this Tuesday, May 12 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM Food Hero Events 3331 W 26th St., 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL Who should attend?: Local Business owners Restaurants Organizations Event ...

This week-long initiative is designed to empower, connect, and support small business owners through a series of expert-led workshops, networking opportunities, and practical resources to help your business grow. Whether you are starting out, scaling up, or planning your next phase, Small Business Week offers valuable insights and tools tailored to the needs of our local entrepreneurs. Event Highlights Throughout the week, participants will have access to sessions covering key topics such as: Building ...

FORBES ARTICLE By Lyanne Alfaro, Contributor. Lyanne covers Latino entrepreneurship in the U.S. economy. Mar 02, 2026, 10:02am ESTMar 02, 2026, 11:12am EST Ask a Chicagoan about Little Village, and you’ll learn that the neighborhood not only holds cultural history but also economic weight in the city. "[26th Street] is a very blessed street for commerce. People come to visit from many places,” Patricia Rodriguez, owner of Paty’s Restaurant Carnitas ...

Give a gift that sparkles as bright as your love! Little Village is home to expert jewelers offering everything from timeless gold necklaces to custom-made rings. This Valentine’s Day, find a shimmering piece that will be cherished for years to come. Celebrate love where the heart of the community beats! This Valentine's Day, skip the big box stores and find something truly special right here in Little Village. Whether you ...