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Illinois' numerous projects, capital investment, and jobs created have earned Cook and Lake Counties positions in the Top 10 Counties Overall according to Site Selection Magazine. 🏆

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SITE SELECTION PRESENTS 2025 America's BEST COUNTIES - Site Selection Magazine
Jurisdictions in Arizona and Texas top our annual look at leading U.S. counties by corporate project impact.
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July 17, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Richardson Electronics is investing $8.5M to expand its operations in Illinois, create jobs, and build next-gen battery energy storage systems.🔋

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August 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Illinois is set to be the epicenter of #quantum computing. ⚛️ Learn more about major investments and developments coming to Chicagoland. #BeInIllinois #WorldQuantumDay
Chicagoland Vies for a Quantum Leap in Computing
The Midwest could be home to the new nerve center of quantum computing, with investment and new developments coming to the Windy City.
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April 14, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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Illinois ranked #2 for the third consecutive year on Site Selection Magazine annual state rankings!

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Image of Chicago skyline with text: Announcing Illinois Ranks #2 in Nation for Corporate Expansion and Relocation.
March 3, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Big news – we are proud to welcome OPmobility to IL! The global mobility leader will open its first IL facility in Normal, assembling parts for Rivian’s R2 vehicle.⚡️🚗 #BeInIllinois

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Image of manufacturing plant: ANNOUNCING OPmobility Joining Rivian Supplier Park
September 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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ICYMI: DCEO joined @govpritzker.illinois.gov and ADM leadership to announce the company’s more than $103 million investment. The modernization will create jobs for the region and ensure Illinois remains a national leader in soybean processing. 🌱🏭 #BeInIllinois
June 29, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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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. #BeInIllinois
 
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Image of Rural King store with text: Announcing Rural King Expands in Mattoon.
June 11, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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Illinois is off to a powerful start in 2026! 🚀 📈 💼

Global companies are choosing to invest, expand, & create jobs across our state – driving nearly 4,000 new job commitments & $2.5B in investments in just the first quarter. #BeInIllinois

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April 1, 2026 at 2:58 PM
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WalletHub ranked North Chicago #1 in Illinois for starting a business.
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Read more about how the Lake County suburb landed in the top spot. #BeInIllinois

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This Chicago suburb ranked No.1 in Illinois for starting a business, report says
A new WalletHub study names North Chicago the best small city in Illinois for entrepreneurs. Here's why it stands out.
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April 17, 2026 at 4:21 PM
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Visit Booth 411 at the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit to connect with #TeamIllinois and explore opportunities across the state. #BeInIllinois
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May 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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The recent expansion of the Illinois Film Tax Credit will drive new projects to the state and boost Illinois’ creative workforce. 🎥 #BeInIllinois

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Illinois Boosts State’s Film Production Tax Incentives With Higher Credits & Expanded Eligibility, Extending Program Through 2039
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed into law Wednesday an expansion of the state's film tax credit program
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December 18, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Illinois has received its highest-ever ranking in @cnbc.com's Top States for Business, coming in at #12 nationwide!🏆💼🚀#BeInIllinois

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Image of business with text: Illinois Receives Highest-Ever Ranking in CNBC’s Top States for Business
July 9, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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🚀 Big news for Illinois: The IQMP has officially broken ground! With PsiQuantum as the anchor tenant, the IQMP will drive billions in economic impact, create thousands of jobs, and position Illinois as the nation’s leader in quantum innovation.

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Image of quantum computing: Governor Pritzker Breaks Ground on IQMP.
September 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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Tillamook reveals their first manufacturing site outside of Oregon in Decatur.🍦 Read more – bit.ly/4kPPhFg

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June 9, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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Chicago ranked 2nd among the top U.S. cities on TimeOut’s list of best cities for Gen Z. 🏆 #BeInIllinois

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The world’s best cities for Gen Z to live in – according to Gen Z
Thousands of twenty-somethings had their say in our annual survey
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August 19, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Intermountain Electronics' $15M investment to expand their manufacturing operations in Centralia will create dozens of new jobs while retaining their current Southern Illinois workforce. #BeInIllinois

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Image of manufacturing worker with text: Announcing Intermountain Electronics' Manufacturing Expansion Bolstered by State REV Incentives
May 20, 2026 at 7:18 PM
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Today, Voortman celebrated the completion of a $51 million expansion! 🔗

Supported by DCEO, this investment will create over 50 new jobs and retain 40 existing positions. #BeInIllinois

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Image of Voortman steel manufacturing plant with text Announcing Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon at New Voortman Facility
September 24, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Rivian solidifies its commitment to Illinois with a $120 million investment in a supplier park, creating nearly 100 new direct jobs. #BeInIllinois – dceo.illinois.gov/news/press-r...
Rivian image background with text - ANNOUNCING: Rivian’s New Supplier Park in Normal
May 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Welcome, Infleqtion! The quantum leader is bringing computing operations to Illinois at the IQMP – creating jobs and advancing next-gen neutral atom quantum systems. 🚀 #BeInIllinois

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Image of quantum computing: ANNOUNCING Future IQMP Tenant, Infleqtion.
July 23, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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Welcome, Zero Point Cryogenics! The quantum leader is coming to Illinois at the IQMP – creating jobs and supplying cryogenic hardware. 🚀 #BeInIllinois #GQF26
 
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Image of quantum cryostat: ANNOUNCING Future IQMP Tenant, Zero Point Cryogenics.
July 22, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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Illinois’ EV ecosystem is accelerating with Rivian creating jobs, growing supply chains, and driving innovation in Central Illinois alongside workforce partnerships with Heartland Community College. #BeInIllinois
 
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Image of Rivian R2 with text: Announcing Gov. Pritzker Visits Rivian to Highlight Illinois’ Growing EV Ecosystem.
May 19, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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U.K.-based chocolate maker, Hotel Chocolat, is opening their first store in the U.S. on Chicago’s North Side later this week. 🍫 #BeinIllinois
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March 31, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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@fastcompany.com has named the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park as one of the 10 most innovative companies driving economic development. ⚛️ #BeInIllinois
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The most innovative companies in economic development for 2025
Fast Company's 2025 list of the 10 most innovative companies in economic development includes Michigan Central, NCBiotech, and more.
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April 1, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Bolstered by the State’s Small Business Capital & Infrastructure Grant Program, 47 small businesses across Illinois will receive $10 million in funding to help them create and retain jobs, improve efficiency, and grow local economies. #BeInIllinois

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Image of small business owner with text: Announcing Governor Pritzker Awards $10M to Small Businesses
November 21, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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ICYMI: With major investments in various industries from quantum to clean energy, Illinois’ economic development is booming creating job opportunities for the state’s world class workforce. #BeinIllinois
Business investments in Illinois expected to create 19,000 jobs, report says
The Illinois Economic Development Corp.’s new report said more than 700 businesses committed to expand in or move to the state.
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September 2, 2025 at 3:53 PM