WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NEW JAPANESE PRIME MINISTER Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, ushers in a new era of economic and political strategy, presenting both opportunities and challenges for U.S. companies. Takaichi is expected to take an assertive approach to national security, strategic industries, and economic policy...
CITY OF WARRENVILLE TRAFFIC STUDY UNDERWAY You may notice poles or small devices on certain streets this week—they’re part of a Citywide Traffic Study being conducted by engineering consultant Kimley-Horn. This Strategic Plan Action Item helps the City evaluate speed limits and traffic patterns on Warrenville streets. It also supports the creation of a Traffic Calming Toolkit...
THE BORDER IS SECURE. A WORKER SHORTAGE MEANS OUR ECONOMY ISN'T. LET'S FIX IT. For years, suggestions about reforming our broken immigration system have been met with the reply, “we can tackle that once we secure the border.” Given the crisis at our southern border, that was an appropriate response. Now, thanks to the efforts of President Trump and his Administration, the border...
MARKET MOMENTUM: HOUSING CONFIDENCE BUILDS IN DUPAGE COUNTY Home values across DuPage County continued to edge higher last week, even as buyers and sellers navigated a mixed backdrop of elevated mortgage rates and seasonal slowdowns. The median home price across the county held near $405,000, up 0.7 percent year-over-year, while single-family homes in Wheaton posted a stronger 7.8 percent...
DON'T DUMP PUMPKINS IN DUPAGE FOREST PRESERVES Got leftover Halloween pumpkins? The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County urges residents to think twice before hauling those old orange orbs off to a forest preserve. While it might seem harmless, dumping pumpkins can harm local habitats. Pumpkins aren’t part of the area’s natural ecosystem, and when they’re discarded in preserves, ...
TRICKS, TREATS, AND TRUNKS: HALLOWEEN IN WEST CHICAGO Enjoy the crisp autumn air, vibrant fall colors, and the sounds of laughter filling the streets as downtown West Chicago comes alive with two spook-tacular trick-or-treating experiences on Saturday, October 25, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The City of West Chicago and the West Chicago Public Library District invite families...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks pushed higher last week, buoyed by strong third-quarter results posted by several money center banks. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained 1.70 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 2.14 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.56 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed...
CELEBRATE NATIONAL SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DAY Each year on the third Wednesday in October, we celebrate National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day and thank local chambers across the country for all they do to help entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes thrive. There are approximately 4,000 chambers of commerce across the United States, all...
SMALL BUSINESSES FEEL THE STRAIN OF GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN The government shutdown is causing major problems for small businesses, with delays at federal agencies slowing operations and putting revenues at risk. • Founder Philip Freeman, a member of the U.S. Chamber’s Small Business Council, warns that the shutdown will have long-lasting effects, even after the government reopens...
CITY OF WARRENVILLE HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT HOURS City Hall Trick or Treating: 3:00-5:00 p.m. October 31. Stop by for some treats and to see the decorations and costumes! Use the main entrance at 3S258 Manning Avenue. Here are some helpful safety tips to keep your Halloween safe...
FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING UNDERWAY THROUGH END OF OCTOBER City crews are currently flushing fire hydrants throughout the City with work continuing through the end of the month, weather permitting. Crews are focused on hydrants on dead-end lines and areas with lower water circulation. Signs will be posted in neighborhoods prior to flushing so residents know when crews will be...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks rose last week, looking past the government shutdown and apparently discounting any impact it may have on the economy. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index moved up 1.08 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 1.32 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.10 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks ...
WEGO DRAMA AT WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS "THE NEW MARGO" Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School continues the season with The New Margo, a suspenseful thriller. The play tells the story of young college women who are obsessed with crime thrillers. They become confused about why one of the group has undergone a major make-over. They collectively try to discover why...
HOW AI CAN HELP SMALL BUSINESSES COMPETE AND GROW Whether you're a small business owner or someone considering starting your own venture, you've probably heard a lot about artificial intelligence (AI) and wondered how it fits into your daily operations. While it may seem like a tool reserved for tech savvy companies, AI is...
A WELL-FUNCTIONING ECONOMY REQUIRES A FUNCTIONING GOVERNMENT Government shutdowns are harmful to the economy, the American people, and U.S. national security. The U.S. government shutdown began on October 1, when Congress and the Administration could not reach an agreement to continue funding the federal government...
CELEBRATE THE HORSE & THE SEASON AT THE FALL FESTIVAL AT DANADA, OCT 11 & 12 Join a celebration of the horse and the fall season at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s Fall Festival at Danada on Saturday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Danada Equestrian Center at 3S507 Naperville Road in Wheaton...
WHAT THIS SHUTDOWN MEANS FOR BUSINESSES The federal government has entered its sixth shutdown in 30 years, with significant implications for businesses, communities, and the economy. The U.S. Chamber is actively advocating for solutions...
JEEPERS CREEPERS! DUPAGE COUNTY'S FOREST PRESERVES GO ALL OUT FOR HALLOWEEN From family-friendly pumpkin hikes to gothic ghost stories for grown-ups, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has a frightfully fun Halloween lineup this October. On Oct. 17 and 18, bring the family to Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve in Oak Brook between 5:30 and 9 p.m. for a self-guided pumpkin...
U.S. CHAMBER URGES ACTION TO AVERT GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN The Chamber is providing details about the potential impacts of a government shutdown and the implications for the business community and the economy. When Congress did not reach an agreement on government funding by September 30, the government shut down...
MONTHLY BRUSH COLLECTION RESUMES WEEK OF OCTOBER 6 The monthly Brush Collection Program resumes starting Monday, October 6 brush can be placed no earlier than Saturday, October 4. Please note the following reminders for the Brush Collection Program:...
FALL HYDRANT FLUSHING STARTS THIS WEEK! The City of Warrenville will begin its annual fall hydrant flushing program from September 29 through October 31, 2025, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Hydrant flushing is a regular maintenance activity...
WEST NILE VIRUS FOUND IN WARRENVILLE MOSQUITO TRAP The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) recently confirmed a positive test for West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected in Warrenville. This is the fifth positive test from the same mosquito trap in our community during the 2025 season...
SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM GROWS, BUT COST PRESSURES PERSIST Small businesses were more optimistic in the third quarter, but they continue to grapple with inflation and escalating costs, which remain the biggest barriers to growth. “This quarter’s Index reflects a resilient small business community that’s cautiously optimistic about the economy,” said Tom Sullivan, U.S. Chamber Senior...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks posted solid gains last week, propelled by the Fed’s decision to cut short-term interest rates. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.22 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index climbed 2.21 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.05 percent. By contrast, the MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed overseas stock markets, fell 0.27 percent...
