This Labor Day, Unions Are Getting More Attention In Illinois

While the number of union members in the state dropped from 2021, the number of complaints of unfair labor practices rose across the nation.

43 Illinois Employers Make Forbes’ ‘America’s Best’ List

A look at the best Illinois-based companies ranked by Forbes.

Bailey Family Insurance Receives Top Illinois Award

Springfield, Illinois agency named 2021 Insurance Agency of the Year

Event to Highlight I-80 Transformation to Support Electric Vehicles

Government agencies in Illinois and Iowa partner together to showcase I-80 project

$1.28B Mega Millions Jackpot: Where, When To Buy Tickets In Illinois

If no one wins Friday night's drawing, the jackpot will shatter records for the biggest in U.S. history. Buy your ticket in IL now.

400 Products Recalled From Family Dollar Store Shelves In Illinois

The chain recalled products like Crest, Colgate, Listerine and Tylenol because the business said it stored them at incorrect temperatures.

Illinois Gas Prices Drop: Here's Where To Find The Cheapest Gas

After gas surged to almost $6 per gallon in some places around Chicago, some area drivers are now paying as low as $4.09 per gallon.

Toys 'R' Us Coming To Macy's Stores In Illinois In Time For Holidays

Macy's Toys "R" Us shops will begin opening in late July. Chicago will have a flagship location.

Illinois Ranks 19th Among America’s Top States For Business: CNBC

The state dropped four spots from 2021 and received failing grades for business friendliness and economy while thriving on infrastructure.

Rising Minimum Wage, Inflation To Blame For Cafe's Closing, Owners Say

The northern Illinois cafe and bakery has become “a dream that is now impossible,” according to management.

Illinois Ranks 5th For Data Breaches Costing Billions Of Dollars

In the last five years, data breaches affecting Illinois residents have cost nearly $12 million.

Caterpillar's Planned Move Adds To More Than 1,000 Lost Manufacturing Jobs In Illinois Since January

The manufacturer announced this week it will move to Texas.

IL Target Stores Expected To Slash Prices Due To Unwanted Inventory

Target —​ which has nearly 75 locations in Illinois —​ is cutting prices on extra inventory as the habits of customers change.

'Shrinkflation’ Hits Illinois Food, Other Goods Amid Record Prices

With the state's inflation rate at 7.2 percent in April, local residents may have seen food prices rise while the quantity of goods shrinks.

Illinois Kohl's Stores Could Get New Owners

The 66 Kohl's stores in Illinois may be in store for a change. The brand is currently in exclusive negotiations with a potential new owner.

IL Google Users Could See Up To $400 In Class-Action Suit Payout

Google is facing a $100 million class-action suit and is accused of storing its users' facial likeness in Google Photos without consent.

National Donut Day 2022 Is Friday: Where To Find Deals In Illinois

National Donut Day is June 3. From frosted to glazed to jelly-filled, here’s where you can get the sweetest deal.

IL Gas Prices Jump 13 Cents, Chicago Has Highest Prices In State: AAA

Experts say gas demands from travelers over the Memorial Day holiday spiked prices, which are $2.06 more in Chicago than in June 2021.

Jif Peanut Butter Recall Affects IL, Products Made By Walmart, Jewel

Products sold under names including Albertsons, Safeway and Jewel-Osco are included in the recall.

Illinois Business Gets On-Air Shout-Out From Ryan Seacrest

The mention happened during Sunday’s episode of “American Idol,” on which Normal native Leah Marlene has been competing all season.

IL Facebook Users Could See Up To $400 In Class-Action Suit Payout

Facebook is paying a $650 million settlement after it was determined the company stored and used users' facial likeness without consent.

Baby Formula Shortages Continue To Worsen Across Illinois, U.S.

The out-of-stock rate for formula nationally is about 40 percent, which has led retailers to limit how much formula customers may buy.

Fake GoFundMe Removed; New Fundraiser Up For Eatery Destroyed In Fire

After some confusion about the best way to donate to a beloved downstate business lost in a fire, a fundraiser was up and running Wednesday.

Beloved Downstate Restaurant Green Gables Destroyed In Fire

Locals are mourning the McClean County eatery, which has been run by the same family for three generations.

Gas Prices Hit Record High In Chicago Area

Gas prices are back up in Illinois as crude oil prices increase amid a possible European Union ban on Russian oil imports.

Main Street Insurance Group Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance

Illinois insurance agency affiliates with alliance to assist with its continued growth.

Illinois Kohl's Stores To Be Acquired By Competitor: Report

The state's 66 Kohl's stores could be purchased by JCPenney, which has two dozen stores around Illinois. Here's what it means for shoppers.

Mother’s Day Brunch Spots: 4 Chicago Eateries Among America’s Best

Three restaurants in Chicago and one in the suburbs made the best Mother's Day brunch list.

These IL Billionaires Are Among World’s Richest: Forbes 2022 List

Forbes released its annual World's Billionaires List. Those on the list saw their collective fortunes decrease by more than $400 billion.

These Illinois Billionaires Could Pay 20% More Under Biden Plan

Illinois has 21 Forbes-ranked billionaires who could get hit by Biden's proposed tax.

Illinois City Among Nation’s Top Performers, New Report Shows

Champaign ranked in the top 10 small cities in the United State during the COVID pandemic but Chicago failed to make the large city list.

Chicago Area Clean Cities to Host Green Vehicle Conference

Event features speakers from ‘MotorWeek,’ ComEd and the American Lung Association

Sky Wars Presents 17th Annual Fireworks Championship

Nation's largest fireworks competition to feature top pyrotechnicians

AAdvantage Insurance Group Hires New Account Executive

Gracie Diaz brings five years of insurance experience to English and Spanish speaking clientele

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Announces Scholarship Recipients

Insurance alliance partners with The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis and Travelers Foundation to present scholarships to rural residents

Chicago Area Clean Cities Recognizes Cleantech Leaders

UIC Director Dr. Elizabeth Kócs awarded for community leadership

Argonne National Laboratory Analyst Named 'Clean Fuels Champion'

Marcy Rood recognized with top award for her advocacy of clean fuels, clean vehicles

TEDxStLouis Presents "What Now?" and "What Next?" Talks

Two-part TED series highlights innovation, women, and leadership

POWERS Insurance & Risk Management Named Best Independent Agency

Agency selected as overall "2021 Best Agencies to Work For" by Insurance Journal

Illinois Marijuana Sales Approaching $1 Billion For 2021

Statewide adult use cannabis sales last month totaled almost $122 million —​ that's about $54 million more than the same time last year.