Surviving and Thriving in the Real Estate Market: Communication and Adaptation are the Keys

For more than 20 years, Nadine “Deenie” Pomilia has ridden the waves of the real estate market. Here she shares ingredients for success.

Women in Manufacturing Hosts Forum on July 13 at Harper College

Attend and learn from successful women who have found careers in manufacturing.

Woodman's Plans to Build New Grocery Store in Buffalo Grove

A 240,000-square-foot Woodman's Foods would be located at Deerfield Parkway and Milwaukee Avenue if the village gives its stamp of approval.

Downtown Palatine Business Association Hosts Annual Sidewalk Sales

The three-day special shopping event will be held June 2-June 4 at several stores located in downtown Palatine.

Sweet C's: The Boutique Bakery in Downtown Palatine Celebrates 1st Year in Business

Owner Celia Kallenborn comes from a family of local entrepreneurs, and opened the bakery on Bothwell Street in February of 2015.

Starbucks Near Buffalo Grove High School May Soon Serve Alcohol

Do you have a problem with the Starbucks across the street from BGHS serving alcohol?

Enjoy a Drink and Some Finger Foods at the Funeral Home

Wheeling recently approved a liquor license for Kolssak Funeral Home, the first undertaker's establishment in Illinois to serve alcohol.

Buffalo Grove Business Donates 200 Coats Following Local Coat Drive

The coats were donated to students at Jacqueline B. Vaughn Occupational High School in Chicago.

Former Lake County Greenhouse Will Become New Home for Finch's Brewery

Ben Finch, a Long Grove resident, is expected to open a Finch's Beer Company retail to-go portion in Long Grove by Christmas.

Vegan Cafe Opens in Wheeling

Purple Sprout Cafe has opened at 341 E. Dundee Road in Wheeling.

Veterinary Specialty Center to Host Open House and Pet Fair This Weekend

The Buffalo Grove business will also be celebrating the grand opening for its new Canine Activity Center at 1495 Busch Parkway.

Countyline Tavern Opens in Former Winberie's Location

The new restaurant offers "craft American fare."

How to Heal Through Massage

In a Patch Connect video, Ramon Mascarenas explains how customers at PalmLeaf Massage learn how to keep themselves healthy.

Medical Marijuana Dispensary in Buffalo Grove Opening Next Month

Professional Dispensaries of Illinois will open at 1623 Barclay Boulevard in November.

Illinois Commission Disbars Buffalo Grove Attorney

Charisse Angela Bruno was among 11 lawyers recently disbarred in the state.

How Small Business Owners Can Grow Their Business

Carol Cook, owner of The Music Room in Palatine, shares her business story through Patch Connect video.

Ancient Techniques Utilized by PalmLeaf Massage

Ramon Mascarenas, owner of PalmLeaf Massage, shares advice and expertise through Patch Connect video.

How You Can Make Great Money with Rental Properties

Tom Kaider, owner of A Plus Property Management, shares expertise through Patch Connect video.

New App Lets Friends Make Fitness Challenges

Get healthy, get active and get connected with Matchup. CEO John Contreras explains more through Patch Connect.

Agency Seeks to Create Affordable Housing in Chicago Suburbs

"In this area there are very good major corporations ... but there are people who work at those companies that can't afford to live here."

Demystifying Public Relations: How to Tell Your Business Story

Vicarious Productions is a marketing, communications and public relations firm in the Chicago suburbs.

Cucumbers Linked to Salmonella Shipped to Illinois

A recall affecting cucumbers grown in Mexico and shipped to Illinois and 21 other states has been issued.

Bad News (Again) for Small Businesses in Illinois

Let's just say you wouldn't want to bring this report card home to mom and dad.

Plastic Bag Ban in Chicago Bad News for Wheeling Company

The company had produced 27,000 plastic bags each week for Binny's Beverage Depot stores in Chicago.

The Top 5 Restaurants in Buffalo Grove: TripAdvisor

Visitors to and residents of Buffalo Grove rate which dining options pleased them the most.

DPBA Spotlight: Harrington Manor, a Downtown Palatine Home Decor Destination

The business carries a wide variety of items to freshen up the décor of any home. Owner Vicki Ruetsche provides in-home design consulting.

Cost of Driving: How Does Illinois Compare?

Which state is the most expensive for drivers? Which costs drivers the least? And where does the Land of Lincoln land in the rankings?

Why the Mitsubishi plant closing could be a test case for Rauner's business reforms

What does this mean for Illinois' business climate and manufacturing future?

TV Flim-Flam Man Kevin Trudeau Hiding Millions Overseas: Feds

Cash from "Weight Loss Cure" book is hidden in Switzerland and the Caribbean, and the huckster's lawyer is helping finagle this, says FTC.

Top 20 Chicago Suburbs for Ashley Madison Affairs

Who's No. 1 in the cheating heart department? If some hackers have their way, everyone could know a lot more than anyone bargained for.

DPBA Spotlight: Chandelier Boutique Brings the Latest Trends to Palatine

Chandelier Boutique opened in November of 2009, and provides stylish, upscale clothing, accessories and gifts at reasonable prices.

Illinois Company Recalls 2 Million Pounds of Chicken

The chicken products have been linked to several cases of salmonella.

Panera Bread Buffalo Grove Lemon-Aid for Kids

Panera Bread Buffalo Grove Lemon-Aid for Kids

How Far Does $100 Go in Illinois?

Learn the real value of a dollar in the Land of Lincoln.

GM Recalls 780K SUVs with Lift Gate Defects Linked to 36 Injuries

Friday’s recall is the second this week. Earlier, the automaker recalled 760K Hummers with potential fire hazards.

Free Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven

Stop in from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and grab your free Slurpee on Saturday, July 11.

Do Minions Happy Meal Toys Curse?

WTF? Some parents say they clearly hear F-bombs coming from the little potty mouths.

GM Recalls 196K Hummers; Faulty Fans May Cause Fires

The automaker said the faulty parts will be replaced at no cost to the owner.

Illinois is the fifth-best state to make a living

Based on cost of living, taxes and average income, Illinois is one of the best places to manage a household

E. coli Bacteria Found in Some Bottles of Spring Water

Niagara Bottling company issued a voluntary recall. Learn how to check your bottled water.