U.S. Sen. Richard Durbin, center, met with a delegation from the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, from left, Vernard Allsberry, Flossmoor Mayor Michelle Nelson, chamber President Paul Donahue, chamber Director Jennel Hooper, Wind Creek Casino representative Cathye Amos, and Marcellus Marsh of Bionic Content. (Marilyn Thomas/H-F Chronicle)
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Sen. Durbin hears regional concerns from Southland Chamber members

U.S. Senator Richard Durbin (D-Ill) listened Friday as members of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce shared their insights on future federal government cuts and ways to enhance the South Suburbs and maintain a strong workforce.

Hope for a final decision on the South Suburban Airport, concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) and the need for regulation as it impacts business and personal lives, the property tax burden, and ways to bring the South Suburbs to…

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