AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoIllinois Business & Consumer Finance: Illinois’ long-delayed “swipe fee” overhaul is still stuck until 2027, and some small shops in central Illinois are responding by steering customers to cash-only—while lawmakers also consider a new rule limiting businesses’ ability to refuse cash payments up to $500. Health & Screening: New research presented in Chicago finds colorectal cancer screening gains since the age cutoff dropped to 45, but also flags uneven progress across race, income, and age groups. Local Business & Manufacturing: Source One Packaging says it added an OMET X6 flexographic press in New York to speed up custom shrink sleeves and labels—aimed at faster launches and more SKU capacity. Public Safety & Community: The archdiocese of Chicago is continuing an investigation into a decades-old Rev. Michael Pfleger allegation, with Pfleger removed from active ministry during the review. Agriculture & Markets: CME feeder cattle slipped on hot Midwest weather and firmer feed costs, while hogs edged higher. Sports Business: Marquette National Corporation declared a $0.33 per-share dividend, payable Oct. 1.
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