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NAPERVILLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) hosted a roundtable with U.S. Rep. Bill Foster (IL-11), U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (IL-06), member financial institutions, trade association partners, and industry leaders for a discussion on housing finance, financial services, and community development issues affecting communities across Illinois. Both Congressmen are senior members of the U.S. House Financial Services Committee with jurisdiction over the ba...

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Five Hicks Thomas attorneys have been named to the 2026 edition of the Lawdragon 500 Leading Real Estate Lawyers guide. Firm partners John B. Thomas, J. Stephen Barrick, Gregg C. Laswell and Colin Watterson and senior counsel Allison Fisher were selected for the third annual Lawdragon real estate list. Lawdragon says the work of lawyers on its 2026 list “impacts everyone – from the offices we work in, to our homes, from affordable housing to the most swank Las Vegas re...

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Westburne, one of Canada’s largest electrical solutions and supply distributors, is marking its 100th anniversary by accelerating its evolution from distributor to solutions provider and investing in the skilled trades, technical expertise and communities that will power Canada’s next century. Throughout 2026, Westburne is investing $60,000 in 12 skilled-trades scholarships across three provinces - Quebec, Alberta and Ontario - with $15,000 directed to eac...

ANKENY, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Casey's, the third‑largest convenience retailer and fifth‑largest pizza chain in the U.S., is teaming up with Dave Campbell's Texas Football to strengthen its connection to fans and communities throughout the state, where football traditions help bring neighbors together and fuel hometown pride. Throughout the 2026 football season, Dave Campbell’s Team of the Week presented by Casey’s and Dave Campbell’s Student-Athlete of the Week presented by Casey’s will recogn...

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Banana lovers, the moment has arrived. Banana is taking over at SONIC®, bringing a bunch of refreshing sips and frozen treats to the menu. Inspired by one of the biggest flavor trends of the year, SONIC® is turning the banana craze into a craveable lineup of nostalgic sweets and innovative new sips, led by the return of the fan-favorite Banana Pudding Shake. Guests have plenty of ways to go bananas: Banana Pudding Shake: The fan-favorite frozen treat returns to the men...

INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regions Bank on Monday announced a series of disaster-recovery financial services designed to help people and businesses in Indiana following catastrophic flooding that started Aug. 11, 2026. Additionally, the Regions Foundation, a nonprofit funded primarily by Regions Bank, announced a commitment of $25,000 in grant funding to support American Red Cross disaster relief efforts. The financial services announced by Regions Bank are available in portions of Indianap...

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Grandmaster (GM) and former World Champion Tan Zhongyi of China has captured her second Cairns Cup title, once again proving her strength among the world’s best female players. Tan emerged victorious at one of the world’s strongest women’s super-tournaments, which features one of the largest prize funds in women’s chess, taking home $65,000 for her impressive performance. “Winning the Cairns Cup for the second time is very special to me, and I’m proud to be the only...

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As summer winds down and routines ramp back up, Dunkin’ is welcoming fall with its seasonal menu lineup and partnering with Alix Earle – the internet’s favorite multitasker – to launch Alix’s Earle-Y Riser Meal, a breakfast inspired by the creator who somehow does it all. Co-created with Alix and available nationwide today, the Earle-Y Riser Meal combines her go-to Dunkin' order into one convenient breakfast built for busy days. The meal includes a frothy Shakin’ Espres...

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) convened a roundtable today with U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10), member financial institutions, trade association partners, and industry leaders to discuss important issues affecting the housing finance industry, financial services institutions, and the communities they serve across Illinois’ 10th Congressional District. The event provided a forum for local community banks, credit unions, insurance compani...

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Carry The Load opens volunteer registration for 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance at 140 cemeteries nationwide, honoring our heroes and those lost....