South Side 'Shark Tank' gives small businesses the chance for more
It is a tough job being a judge, especially when you have to scour through 80 business plans and chop it down to three finalists.
Family-owned coffee shop opens in Avondale with help of community development grant
A new business is bringing a blend of coffee and culture to Avondale.
Chicago's women-owned businesses take center stage at South Side pop-up market
The Far South Community Development Corporation has provided women entreprenuers a location and and a network of support for their burgeoning businesses.
Back of the Yards projects aims to revitalize area
The development is part of the mayor's Invest South/West Initiative.
Pritzker signs mandatory paid leave bill for Illinois workers
Illinois will become one of three states to require employers to offer paid time off for any reason after Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a law on Monday that will take effect next year.
Pritzker signs mandatory paid leave bill for Illinois workers
Illinois will become one of three states to require employers to offer paid time off for any reason after Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a law on Monday that will take effect next year.
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Women's Day Market this Sunday
Sip, shop and support women led businesses all at the same time this weekend. The second annual Lincoln Square Ravenswood Women's Day Market at Artifact Events is the place to be to honor an abundance of hard-working ladies in the community.
Western Springs bakery closes after car crashes into storefront
Kirschbaum's Bakery in Western Springs is closed until further notice as they work to restore their gas lines.
Little Village's Discount Mall would lose half its vendors under proposed plan, alderman says
A crushing blow to the vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall, who were told by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez that as many as half of them are at risk of losing their current locations.
Half of Little Village Discount Mall vendors being pushed out, alderman says
A crushing blow to the vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall, who were told by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez that as many as half of them are at risk of losing their current locations.
Little Village's Discount Mall will stay open: 'step in the right direction'
The Discount Mall is not only beloved, it's considered the life-blood of the neighborhood economy, and for the vendors to stay would mean 500 jobs remaining in place.
Little Village's Discount Mall will stay open
The alderman of Chicago's 25th Ward, which includes sections of Little Village, said there is new hope for 150 vendors to remain in business at the neighborhood's beloved Discount Mall.
Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio teaching kids the joy of cooking on Chicago's Northwest Side
Cheryl Knecht from Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio talks about what they're doing to engage children with the art of cooking in Portage Park.
What's next for Little Village's Discount Mall after shutdown?
Time is running out for vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall.
What's next for Little Village's Discount Mall after shutdown?
Time is running out for vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall.
Looking for that perfect Valentine's Day gift? Goldie Goods has you covered
Cori Rarick from Goldie Goods shows off some of their thoughtful gifts perfect for Valentine's Day or other special occasions.
Restaurant in Rogers Park targeted in suspected homophobic attack
A restaurant in Rogers Park was targeted Monday evening in an alleged homophobic attack that left the front door glass shattered and sent some customers ducking for cover
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Chicago street vendors want police to do more to protect them from attacks
They also called for a tax on Amazon to help pay for better living conditions for people in the city's poorest neighborhoods.
Encore possible with new tenant interested in Park Ridge's Pickwick Theatre
A landmark theater in Chicago’s northwest suburbs may get an encore performance thanks to a potential new occupant.