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Rue21 Closing All IL Stores After Bankruptcy Filing

The company’s stores will close in four to six weeks and will be preceded by going-out-of-business sales, CNN reported.

Legendary Restaurant For Sale, Store Closings: IL Business News

Plus: New restaurants opening, a major retail development and dreams becoming reality.

IL Ranked Among Most Shopaholic States In America

Illinois was one of the top 10 states for per capita spending on clothing and footwear.

National Clothing Retailer To Close 4 Stores In Illinois

The Ohio-based company, founded in 1980, filed for bankruptcy Tuesday.

Ammonia Spill At Celeb Chef's Place, Big Expansions: IL Business News

Plus: 1 business closes, another opens, a massive home decor store opening, a brewery special event, a local chef wins big, and more.

Free Cones, Brunch Fire, Businesses Moving Out: IL Business News

Several businesses are leaving one suburb for another, an Easter brunch fire closed a restaurant and a video gaming was OK'd.

Solar Eclipse Deals In IL: Burger King, 7-Eleven, Sonic & More

Ahead of Monday’s eclipse — of which the U.S. path of totality includes Illinois — you could score some deals.

New Restaurants, Winery Expands, Ulta Closing Store: IL Business News

From grand openings to development plans to closings, a look at the business scene in the Chicago area.

IL Among Best States To Work Remotely, New Ranking Says

The Prairie State came in fourth on the list.

‘Lottery Fever’ Grips IL As Mega Millions Jackpot Soars To $1.1B

Illinois players must buy their tickets by 9:45 p.m.

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IL Farm Workers Among Many In US Exposed To Climate Extremes

Six years ago, Illinois farmer John Ackerman didn't hire any contract workers at all. Now he typically hires about 22 every year.

Joann Fabric, With 35 IL Locations, Files For Bankruptcy

The fabric and craft retailer has struggled to recover from pandemic losses and a change in customer spending habits.​

Walmart, Target Changing Self-Checkout Rules: What To Know In IL

The retailers are placing a limit on the number of items customers can scan at its honor system self-checkout registers.

Macy’s To Close 150 Stores: Will IL Stores Be Affected?

The announcement came after the company posted a fourth-quarter loss and declining sales.

49 Illinois Companies Ranked Among Forbes’ Best Employers

Here are the companies headquartered in Illinois that are the best to work for, according to Forbes.

This Is Illinois' Restaurant Of The Year, New Ranking Says

With foods cooked over a crackling, live hearth, the hidden gem is a must-visit, according to USA TODAY.

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.