The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection will host a virtual Small Business Expo at 9 a.m. on May 5. “The interactive expo will provide business owners and entrepreneurs a forum to get expert advice, connect with industry experts and government agencies, learn new business strategies, meet other business owners, and attend an inspiring keynote address,” according to a news release. Online registration is required.  

Former Chicago Police Supt. Garry McCarthy has been appointed Interim Chief of Police for southwest suburban Willow Springs, whose population is about 5,000. He will be sworn in as chief of police later this month.