Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

06/12/2026

Illinois is investing in healthier communities statewide! Through the Illinois Pharmacy Support Program with the Illinois Retail Merchants Association, nearly $25 million is being distributed to more than 430 pharmacies across the state, helping strengthen access to essential pharmacy services in rural, underserved, and low-access communities. By supporting community pharmacies, Illinois is helping ensure families across the state can access the care they need, where they need it. 🤝📍🏥

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State investment supports more than 430 pharmacies to expand access in rural and underserved communities across Illinois

06/11/2026

Calling all foodies! 🚨🍽️

Before the James Beard Awards ceremony later this month, attend one of the over 20 other culinary events. From brunches to night markets, make sure to take advantage of this unique experience.

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The “Oscars of the food world” take place Monday at the Lyric Opera House, bringing some of the culinary industry’s biggest stars to town. In the days before, get in on the fun with brunches, collaborations galore, a night market and more.

06/11/2026

Big news for Central Illinois! Rural King is building a new Store Support Center in Mattoon, creating 100 new full-time jobs and retaining more than 700 existing positions. 🚜🏗️👏

This expansion strengthens the local economy, supports workforce growth, and reinforces Illinois as a top destination for businesses looking to grow and invest. With support from DCEO’s EDGE program, we're helping companies create opportunities, drive innovation, and build stronger communities across the state.

Read more – https://bit.ly/4vJ1Kjx

06/10/2026

Today, DCEO attended the grand opening for Komatsu's new office and Customer Experience Center in Peoria. The opening celebrated Peoria’s pivotal role in the future of manufacturing and mining innovation here in Illinois.

06/10/2026

Join DCEO in celebrating and National Homeownership Month. This virtual event will bring together housing experts, community leaders, and financial professionals to help individuals and families build generational wealth through homeownership.

📅 Wednesday, June 17 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. | Virtual

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SCAM ALERT: DCEO has been made aware of organizations receiving fraudulent “notice of award” letters claiming to be from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. These are not legitimate notices from DCEO. If your organization receives a notice, please report it to the Feder...

06/10/2026

Attention grantseekers! DCEO’s Office of Accountability is hosting a virtual training session to provide an overview of the DCEO Grant Program Offices and a background of the agency.

📅Wednesday, June 17
9-10 a.m.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Rajnrp

06/09/2026

Join DCEO this for a conversation celebrating LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurship and community in East Central Illinois.

📅Tuesday, June 16| 6:00 p.m. | Champaign Public Library

Visit DCEO’s website for more details – https://bit.ly/4vw5dBO

06/09/2026

Join DCEO for the 2026 Signature Business Roundtable. The event will bring together entrepreneurs, and changemakers to explore how the legacy of Juneteenth continues to shape the future of business, equity, and opportunity in Illinois.

📅Tuesday, June 16| 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Hybrid

Register – https://bit.ly/4ocTfdZ

06/08/2026

This we’re spotlighting LGBTQIA+ businesses across the state. Amy's Place is a le***an owned and queer-operated bar in Champaign. Make sure to stop by and .

06/05/2026

CMS has posted a Notice of Intent (NOI) to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for professional services on or after June 10, 2026 for the Surplus to Success (S2S) Program.

To learn more about this program’s RFP and procurement opportunities – and to learn how Surplus to Success will transform unused or underutilized State-owned properties into economic development assets – visit: https://cms.illinois.gov/agency/property/surplus-to-success.html