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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Columbus Day. BACP offices will reopen on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. View all upcoming City holidays: chi.gov/holidays

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

This morning's free business education webinar starts at 9:30am. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars The purpose of this workshop is to understand various factors to consider when deciding what type of entity to form, with a focus on corporations & limited liability companies.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The BACP Neighborhood Business Development Centers Impact Report features insights from business consultations, roundtables, and partners to better understand Chicago's small business ecosystem. Review the report for metrics, analysis & success stories: Chi.gov/NBDCReport2025

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Art is Labor! BACP and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events put together resources for creative workers and their employers. Learn about freelance protections, labor laws + more at Chicago.gov/CreativeWork

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

In honor of Polish American Heritage Month, September’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Alina Mikolajczyk, owner of Educational & Communication Consulting and co-founder of Polish Women in Business. Learn more about Alina and register for the event: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The Season 4 Premiere of Behind the Business License starts streaming on BACP's YouTube page at noon today. This episode features Chucherías Tropical Creations and the Puerto Rican Cultural Center. WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2k3B6J5b24

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Behind the Business License: Chucherías Tropical Creations

YouTube video by Chicago BACP

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Portage Park—Chicago’s largest Polish neighborhood—is home to vintage charm & heaps of history. Get a taste of its polish roots at the neighborhood's many polish restaurants, as well as some great mexican cuisine. Explore: www.choosechicago.com/neighborhoods… #ShopLocalChicago

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

BACP launched the Driver Resource Center for City licensed Public Chauffeurs, including Transportation Network Provider Drivers, to provide education & to empower Public Chauffeurs with knowledge of their rights. Learn more: Chicago.gov/DRC

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Today's free business education webinar starts at 3pm. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars Topics covered will include how to prepare for inspections, building permits and sign display requirements, food inspection overview and necessary certificates, and zoning review procedures.

The image is an advertisement for a BACP Business Education webinar. It is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7 at 3:00 PM. The topic is "City Inspections: Ask Questions, Get Answers," presented by the City of Chicago. The registration link provided is Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

RFP ANNOUNCEMENT: Formerly known as Neighborhood Business Development Centers, the new Neighborhood Business Network will work alongside business service organizations and entrepreneurs to help start, grow & scale businesses in Chicago. Learn more & apply: Chicago.gov/NBDC

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

October is Polish American Heritage Month! Chicago's Polish population is one of the largest in the world outside of Poland, bringing proud Polish tradition, dining & history to every corner of Chicago. What are your favorite Polish businesses? #TagLocalTuesday #ShopLocalChicago

This image, associated with the City of Chicago's BACP, encourages tagging local Polish-owned businesses and entrepreneurs for #TagLocalTuesday. It features a hand holding the Polish flag.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

APPLICATIONS DUE TODAY AT 5PM: The Neighborhood Market Grant Program supports food entrepreneurs and food-focused organizations in communities working to increase access to fresh, healthy and affordable food. Learn more and apply by 5pm today: Chicago.gov/BACPRecoveryPlan

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

This week's free business education webinars: Wed: City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers Fri: Entity Selection and Formation Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional graphic for a BACP Business Education webinar. The text highlights "City Inspections: Ask Questions, Get Answers" presented by the City of Chicago. It includes a date: Wednesday, October 7 at 3:00 PM, with a registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars. Background shows a laptop and a hand writing on a notepad.

A promotional image for a BACP Business Education webinar on "Entity Selection and Formation." The event is scheduled for Friday, October 9, at 9:30 AM. It is presented by the Donald Pritzker Entrepreneurship Law Center, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. There is a registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

It's the final #ChiFoodTruckFest of the year! See you out on Daley Plaza from 11am to 3pm!

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This morning's free business education webinar starts at 9:30am. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars Join this informative webinar to learn about reducing certification timelines in alignment with Mayor Johnson’s “Cut the Tape” initiatives.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

APPLICATIONS DUE NEXT WEEK: The Neighborhood Market Grant Program supports food entrepreneurs and food-focused organizations in communities working to increase access to fresh, healthy and affordable food. Learn more and apply by Oct. 5 at 5pm: Chicago.gov/BACPRecoveryPlan

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

TOMORROW FROM 11AM - 3PM: Mark your calendars! The final #ChiFoodTruckFest of 2026 takes place tomorrow, October 2nd, from 11am to 3pm at Daley Plaza. See you there!

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Last week, for #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, #BACPEmpowerHour featured Vicente Torres, Owner, Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. Located in Little Village since 1996, the business has been committed to serving their community. WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1x9sr4YxCI

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Empower Hour: Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc.

YouTube video by Chicago BACP

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today, BACP wishes our Commissioner farewell as he retires. Under the Mayor Brandon Johnson administration, BACP Commissioner Capifali launched new business support programs, expanded business education services, and supported the Cut the Tape for Small Business.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

There are so many reasons to love Humboldt Park, from its rich Puerto Rican roots, to its historic namesake park, to the neighborhood’s bustling commercial corridor. #ShopLocalChicago #ShopHumboldtPark Explore the neighborhood: www.choosechicago.com/neighborhoods…

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today's free business education webinar starts at 3pm. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars Attend this webinar and learn the steps to apply for a Limited Business License (Retail Sales) including the rules and regulations, application process and required documents.

Webinar poster for "BACP Business Education." The topic is "Chicago Business Licensing: Limited Business License (Retail Sales Edition)" on Wednesday, September 30 at 3:00 PM. Presented by the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP). Registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Coming soon: Season 4 of 'Behind the Business License', BACP's TV show detailing a real business owner sharing their experiences of working with the City of Chicago & their local business service organization. Learn more and catch up on Seasons 1-3 now: Chicago.gov/BTBL

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

This Friday is the final #ChiFoodTruckFest of the season (Daley Plaza, 11am to 3pm) so for today's #TagLocalTuesday we want you to shout out your favorite Food Truck in Chicago! #ShopLocalChicago

A graphic promoting #TagLocalTuesday from BACP, asking "What's your favorite Chicago Food Truck?" with an image of a food truck.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Mark your calendars: The final #ChiFoodTruckFest of 2026 takes place this Friday, October 2nd, from 11am to 3pm at Daley Plaza. See you there!

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

This week's free business education webinars: Wed: Chicago Business Licensing: Limited Business License ( Retail Sales Edition) Fri: Doing Business with the City of Chicago Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional flyer for a BACP Business Education webinar on September 30 at 3:00 PM. The topic is “Chicago Business Licensing: Limited Business License (Retail Sales Edition).” Presented by the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP). Includes a registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

The image is a promotional graphic for a BACP Business Education webinar. It states the event is on Friday, October 2 at 9:30 AM and is titled "Doing Business with the City of Chicago." It is presented by the City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS). The web address for registration is Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Happy National Quesadilla Day! What local spot in Chicago has the best ones? #ShopLocalChicago

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Stop by the #ChiFoodTruckFest for lunch today! 📆 Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 ⌚ Time: 11am to 3pm 📍 Location: Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington ☁️ Afternoon forecast: 64°, Cloudy ❓ Question: What truck are you visiting today?

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today's free business education webinar starts at 9:30am. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars We'll discuss the right questions to ask your insurance professional and how to protect yourself and your business against lawsuits.

Promotional image for a BACP Business Education webinar. The date and time are Friday, September 25 at 9:30 AM. It is titled "Everything You Need to Know About Business Insurance," presented by Sandra Cavoto Insurance Agency. Registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED: The Neighborhood Market Grant Program supports food entrepreneurs and food-focused organizations in communities working to increase access to fresh, healthy and affordable food. Learn more and apply by Oct. 5 at 5pm: Chicago.gov/BACPRecoveryPlan

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

FYI: All public chauffeurs (taxi, livery, ride-hail drivers) must accept passengers with service dogs — it is City of Chicago law. Report refusal of transportation service to 311, and learn more at Chicago.gov/RideSmart.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

TOMORROW AT 2PM: For #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Vicente Torres, Owner, Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. Located in Little Village since 1996, the business has been committed to serving their community. Register to attend: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Hermosa is a neighborhood on Chicago’s northwest side that’s home to a close-knit Hispanic population, local eateries, vintage warehouses, and lots of hidden gems. #ShopLocalChicago Explore Hermosa: www.choosechicago.com/blog/neighbor…

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Today's free business education webinar starts at 3pm. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars Join SCORE mentors Barbara Miller and Alfia Caldwell who will dissect the critical differences between non-profit and for-profit models to help you find the right path for your venture.

A promotional graphic for a BACP Business Education webinar titled "For Profit, Non-Profit, or Somewhere in Between: Finding the Right Path," presented by Score Chicago. The webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23 at 3:00 PM. Registration details are provided with a link to Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars. The background includes a faint image of a meeting with documents and a laptop.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

THURSDAY AT 2PM: For #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Vicente Torres, Owner, Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. Located in Little Village since 1996, the business has been committed to serving their community. Register to attend: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY: The Neighborhood Market Grant Program supports food entrepreneurs and food-focused organizations in communities working to increase access to fresh, healthy and affordable food. Learn more and apply: Chicago.gov/BACPRecoveryPlan

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Happy first day of autumn! 🍃 🍂 What are some of your favorite autumn go-to's from local small businesses? Shout them out in the comments! #TagLocalTuesday #ShopLocalChicago

A promotional image from the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection features the hashtag #TagLocalTuesday. It encourages tagging a local Chicago small business. The central question asks, "What's your favorite way to celebrate autumn?" Below the text, there are images of a bowl of chili with a spoon, a pumpkin-themed coffee cup, and a bowl of soup with a spoon. The background includes small autumn leaves.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This week's free business education webinars: Wed: For Profit, Non-Profit, or Somewhere in Between: Finding the Right Path Thur: #BACPEmpowerHour with Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. Fri: Everything You Need To Know About Business Insurance Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

The image is an announcement for a BACP Business Education webinar. It states the date and time as Wednesday, September 23, at 3:00 PM. The webinar is titled "For Profit, Non-Profit, or Somewhere in Between: Finding the Right Path," presented by Score Chicago. Registration details are provided at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

Empower Hour promotional image featuring Vicente Torres from Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. Includes a clock graphic showing 2 PM, details for a conversation on business growth, family-owned business ownership, and more, scheduled for Thursday, September 24 at 2 PM. Logos for BACP and Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. are present, with a link to Chicago.gov/BACPWwebinars.

The image is an announcement for a BACP Business Education Webinar. It includes the date, Friday, September 25 at 9:30 AM, and the topic, "Everything You Need To Know About Business Insurance," presented by Sandra Cavoto Insurance Agency. There is a registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Stop by the #ChiFoodTruckFest for lunch today! 📆 Date: Friday, September 18, 2026 ⌚ Time: 11am to 3pm 📍 Location: Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington 🌞 Afternoon forecast: 69°, Sunny ❓ Question: What truck are you visiting today?

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Today is National Cheeseburger Day. Which local Chicago restaurant will you be celebrating at? #ShopLocalChicago #DineLocalChicago

A close-up of a cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and melted cheese. A text box overlay reads, "Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, National Cheeseburger Day."

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This morning's free business education webinar starts at 9:30am. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional image for a BACP Business Education Webinar. The session, "Why Expertise Alone Is Not Enough: Turning Expertise into Visibility and Opportunity," is scheduled for Friday, September 18 at 9:30 AM. It is presented by NAWBO member and Visibility Strategist Dr. Ola Kolawole. Registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Flyer from the Neighborhood Business Development Centers featuring the 2025 Chicago Small Business Ecosystem Report cover. It includes a picture of a person at a business consultation. The flyer highlights insights from consultations, roundtables, and partners to improve Chicago's small business ecosystem. A link is provided: Chi.gov/NBDCReport2025.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

An informational graphic from the city of Chicago features the text: "Service dogs must be allowed in all taxis and ride-hail vehicles. It's the law." Below the text, there are icons of a service dog and a taxi. At the bottom, it reads: "To report refusal, call 311."

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

In honor of #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, September’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Vicente Torres, Owner, Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc. Located in Little Village since 1996, the business has been committed to serving their community. Register to attend: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

If you’re looking for an authentic slice of Mexican life in Chicago, Little Village is the place to be. Known as the “Mexico of the Midwest”, this colorful enclave is full of vibrant culture & cuisine. #ShopLocalChicago Explore: www.choosechicago.com/neighborhoods…

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Today's free business education webinar starts at 3pm. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars In this fast-paced workshop, we’ll break down your target market, sharpen your product or service, and make sense of the numbers that drive profitability.

Promotional image for a BACP Business Education Webinar. The event is titled 'From Idea to Income - Customers. Products. Numbers. AI. Let's Build a Business That Works.' Scheduled for Wednesday, September 16 at 3:00 PM, presented by Shelby Parchman of InUrban Strategies, LLC. Registration link: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

ICYMI: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, DCASE, and BACP launched the next phase of the Creative Worker Rights campaign, bringing renewed attention to the unique needs of this essential workforce and Chicago’s third largest industry. Learn more: Chicago.gov/CreativeWork

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Chicago BACP @chicagobacp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

National Hispanic Heritage Month starts today! From Sept. 15 - Oct. 15, NHHM recognizes the contributions & influence of Hispanic culture to the nation's culture & history. What local hispanic-owned businesses will you be supporting this month? #TagLocalTuesday #ShopLocalChicago

Promotional graphic by BACP for #TagLocalTuesday. Colorful papel picado banners at the top and bottom frame the message: "What is your favorite Hispanic-owned small business in Chicago?"

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