Illinois Ranked 'Worst State To Start A Business' In New Report

The rankings compare states based on job creation, consumer spending, business growth, corporate taxes and the mobility of educated workers.

Lefton Family Takes Ownership of Psychological Associates

Second and third generation to lead the 65-year-old business into the future.

These Are The Best Grocery Stores In Illinois, New Ranking Says

See how your favorite Illinois grocery stores measure up in terms of price, quality, promotions and convenience.

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Appoints Bill Kaatman

Kaatman earns promotion, brings 17 years of experience to his new role.

New Way For IL Verizon Customers To Get Share Of $100M Settlement

Verizon recently agreed to a proposed $100 million class action settlement, which affects 58 million customers.

Google To Pay $700M To Settle Suit Filed By Illinois AG, Others

Attorney General Kwame Raoul was among 52 prosecutors to file suit against Google alleging anticompetitive behavior related to Google Play.

These IL Retailers Went Out Of Business In 2023

Several national retailers including Walmart and Bed Bath and Beyond shuttered stores in Illinois this year, citing slumping sales figures.

'Negligent' Cop Fatally Hits Pedestrian | Illinois PatchPM

'Guardian angel' saves family from fire | Hazmat situation at Argonne | Driver gets fine in fatal crash

CVS, With Over 200 IL Stores, Unveils Plan To Transform Drug Pricing

CVS Health on Tuesday unveiled its plan to overhaul drug pricing at its roughly 9,500 retail pharmacies. Here’s what you need to know.

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Named 5-Star Award Winner

Insurance Business America selects growing agency as one of the industry's best alliances.

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Wins National Award

Powers is named one of the Midwest's "2023 Best Agency to Work For" by Insurance Journal for third consecutive year.

IL Best Buys Issue Massive Safety Recall On Pressure Cookers: Feds

Nearly a million pressure cookers have been recalled after 31 people were injured, some with severe burns, officials said.

'Pharmageddon' Could Close Pharmacies: What To Know In Illinois

Pharmacists at Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid were expected to walk off the job this week, but the retailers maintain it's business as usual.

New UAW Pact Means 3K Jobs, 'A Huge Win For Illinois': Pritzker

Gov. J.B. Pritzker said the ending of a six-week autoworkers strike will include the reopening of a shuttered Stellantis plant in Belvidere.

Here’s How The National Worker Shortage Affects Illinois

Illinois is in the least severe category of worker shortages and is one of 12 states where there are more people working than pre-pandemic.

12 Billionaires From Illinois Among Richest Americans: New Forbes List

Lukas Walton from the Walmart family fortune ranks as the wealthiest Illinois resident once again, with a net worth of more than $24B.

‘Question Of When, Not If’: When Will IL Costco Memberships Increase?

Members of the 23 Costco locations in Illinois will see a cost increase, with the CEO telling analysts, "We'll let you know when we know."

Clorox Wipes May Be Harder To Find In IL After Cyberattack

A cyberattack forced The Clorox Company to take multiple systems offline. Now, it’s facing product shortages.

Psychological Associates Holds Leadership Development Program

The three-day workshop highlights effective leadership behaviors to ensure business success.

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Creates New Development Role

Michael Thornton was appointed as Book Management Coach for growing alliance.

Gas Prices Near A Labor Day Record: What IL Motorists Will Pay

Illinois gas prices remain above the national average with drivers paying around $4.04 per gallon with Cook County stations charging $4.38.

Meijer, Jewel, Mariano's: 2023 Labor Day Store Hours In Illinois

Most grocery stores and retailers will be open for business on Labor Day, although services like pharmacies may be affected by the holiday.

These Are The Best Employers In Illinois, Forbes Says In New Ranking

Here are the top five companies headquartered in the Land of Lincoln that made the list.

Some Buy Buy Baby Stores May Re-Open, Illinois Locations Uncertain

Company officials are slated to open 11 stores in the Northeast this fall, but it is unknown whether that extends to four IL locations.

Illinois Spirit Halloween Stores Make Early Costume Push In August

Halloween may still be months away, but many of the seasonal costume store's 40 locations around the state are opening in August.

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Receives National Partnership Upgrade

Growing insurance alliance qualifies for platinum tier level in insurance carrier's signature program.

Kraft Heinz Building $400 Million Distribution Center In DeKalb

The 775,000-square-foot center will bring more than 150 jobs to the region.

Another Major Retailer Closing All Illinois Stores

Buy Buy Baby has four Illinois locations, which are all expected to close after its parent company filed for bankruptcy earlier this year.

Bank Of America Ordered To Repay Customers $100M In IL, Other States

The bank is ordered to pay for "double-dipping" on overdraft fees, withholding reward bonuses, and opening accounts without authorization.

Where Does Illinois Rank Among America’s Top States For Business

Illinois ranked 17th in the country for the best places for business and got high marks for infrastructure, education and cost of living.

55 Illinois Companies Named Among America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023

All of the Illinois-based companies received rankings between 4 and 5 stars based on salary, benefits, diversity and work environment.

Slurpee Day: How To Get A Free Frozen Drink From 7-Eleven In IL

7-Eleven is offering early access to free Slurpees and snack deals to store rewards members. Here's how to snag those deals.

This Is The Richest Person In Illinois, New Analysis Says

The grandson of Walmart founder Sam Walton tops the list of the richest people in Illinois with a net worth of $22.9 billion.

Illinois Hotels Continue To Struggle Hiring And Retaining Workers

American Hotel and Lodging Association President and CEO Chip Rogers said hotel employment is down 250,000 jobs since February 2020.

Association of Women in the Metal Industries Hosts Lunch & Learn

Entrepreneur and certified life coach Tracee Lynn to speak at St. Louis nonprofit's event.

Conflux Co-Learning Hosts Fall Workshop

Licensed professional counselor Justine Froelker to speak at St. Louis nonprofit's event.

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Hires Personal Foundation Coach

Trish Von Ruden brings more than 20 years of insurance industry expertise to the growing alliance.

Some Illinois Residents Expected To Receive $95 In Google Settlement

A judge approved payments in the $100 million biometric settlement against Google and officials said 687,000 residents will get money.

Psychological Associates Hosts Leadership Development Workshop

Three-day program focuses on effective leadership behaviors and successful business performance.

59 Illinois Companies Make Fortune 500 List For 2023

The state had seven companies ranked in the Top 100 on the list, headlined by Deerfield-based Walgreens Boots Alliance, which ranked 27th.