$10,000 Grants Available For Evanston Small Business Owners

Evanston businesses can apply for the Source Grow Grant program through the end of the month.

Byline Bank’s Evanston Arts Center Video Wins Telly Award

The video was produced as part of an ongoing series to recognize the bank’s positive impact in the community.

Strike At Chicago-Area Quarries Affects Local Construction Projects

About 300 Local 150 heavy equipment operators went on strike against the owners of 35 quarries that supply asphalt and concrete material.

Northwestern Medicine Plans $83 Million Oak Brook Outpatient Facility

The proposed 67,000-square-foot medical building would include doctor's offices, infusion services, diagnostic imaging and physical therapy.

AMC Theaters, Sky Zone, Esports Arena Coming To Downtown Evanston

The new operator of the former Cinemark 12 at Church Street Plaza is set to be joined by a trampoline park, video gaming facility and more.

Meet Journey Shannon, Owner Of Noir d’Ébène Chocolat et Pâtisserie

After a decade making delicious chocolate, she still finds it to be a fun and creative process.

SCORE Helps Entrepreneur Change the Way Seniors Maintain Wellness

Colleen Koziara believes the path to senior wellness goes far ‘beyond bingo’

Downtown Evanston Wine Shop To Close After 13 Years

Remaining inventory will be on sale through March, Vinic Wine Company's owner announced.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Evanston Chamber Seeks Candidates For Marketing & Events Manager

Candidates can review the job description and submit their applications to the Chamber: See Job Description and Application Details.

KemperSports To Take Over Canal Shores Golf Course Management

The Northbrook-based golf course management company pledged to make improvements to the 100-year-old "community gem."

Hilton Orrington Hotel Short Sale To Follow Foreclosure Suit

The New York-based owner of the downtown Evanston hotel appears headed for a significant loss on its sale.

NorthShore, Edward-Elmhurst Merger Receives Regulatory Approval

The merger of NorthShore University HealthSystem and Edward-Elmhurst Health creates the third-largest health care system in the state.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Virtually: The Evanston Chamber Presents Annual Celebration, Come Together!

Thursday, January 20, 2022 6:00 pm–7:00 pm

Byline Bank Recognizes SBAC with Meaningful Contribution

Byline recognizes the work of the Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) of Illinois with $5,000 sponsorship contribution.

Evanston Apartment Building Biggest North Suburb Sale For 2 Years

The $71.25 million purchase is the largest in the north suburbs since 2019 — but only slightly higher than the building's 2013 sale price.

Byline Bank Gives $20,000 to IL Organizations on Giving Tuesday

Four local charities each received $5,000 from Byline Bank on Giving Tuesday, including to Evanston's Y.O.U.

Small Business Saturday 2021: ‘Shop Small’ In Evanston

Small Business Saturday has never been more important as Evanston small businesses pull themselves out of the pandemic.

Realtors Open Downtown Evanston Office At Site Of Shuttered GNC

Real estate services company Fulton Grace Realty opened its first suburban office Tuesday on Davis Street.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Evanston Chamber Seeks Candidates For Executive Director

Candidates can review the job description and submit their applications online: See Job Description and Apply Now.

Rock Climbing Wall Could Join 'Rightsized' Evanston Theater

Movies are set to return to downtown Evanston by early next year, according to the developer under contract to purchase Church Street Plaza.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Evanston MashUp 2021 Becomes Block Party!

To insure the safety of our guests, participants will be required to show proof of vaccination at the door or negative COVID test result ...

'Science Nerd', Evanston Resident Ross Named Lincoln Park Zoo CEO

Megan Ross, who has served as the zoo's director, is the first woman and scientist to serve as the Chicago institution's chief executive.

New Evanston Physical Therapy Clinic Realizes Owner's Dream

The Evanston couple who started Skillz Physical Therapy last summer said the pandemic has made starting a small business "10 times harder."

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Welcome Back! Evanston MashUp 2021

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Evanston Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Evanston area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

PPP Loans Benefited Evanston Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 435,736 Illinois businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Evanston.

Russian Robots To Replace Delivery Drivers On College Campuses

Chicago-based Grubhub is partnering with Yandex Self-Driving Group to roll out meal delivery robots to U.S. campuses this fall.

Helmut Jahn-Designed Evanston Office Building Up For Sale

The sellers are hoping to cash in on "one of the few premier assets" in Evanston's downtown.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: 2021 Evanston Chamber Annual Golf Fundraiser

NOTE: REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT WILL CLOSE ON JULY 21, 2021, AT 5:00 PM. Unless the event fills to capacity prior to this date.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Water Cooler Chat: Nature's Perspective Landscaping

Nature's Perspective Landscaping is a family owned and operated business in Evanston. They are a long-standing company growing consisten ...

Valli Produce Bags $20 Million Profit From Sale Of Evanston Plaza

After purchasing the property in 2014, the suburban grocery store chain has leased out nearly all of its storefronts.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Watch Evanston Mayor's State Of The City Address

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this important event.

Tracy McGuire Named Byline's New North Shore Market President

McGuire brings key relationships and strategic insights to the North Shore Market

Amazon Accused Of Price-Fixing Conspiracy By Evanston Bookstore

The class action suit says Amazon monopolizes the market by illegally using identical anti-competitive agreements with publishing companies.

Evanston Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Cook County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: Congratulations To 2021 Award Winners

This year’s winners are Heather Bublick and Chef D’Andre Carter, co-owners of Feast & Imbibe and Soul & Smoke.

Evanston Chamber Of Commerce: 2021 Executive Committee Announced

Current Board members also joining the Executive Committee are Laura Levine, B2B Branding Product Consultant for Geiger Promotions, who ...

Mather Recognized As Excellent Employer For 2nd Consecutive Year

The senior living residences ranked 33rd in Great Place to Work’s Best Workplaces in Chicago.

How Reliable Is Your Illinois Electric Utility?

See how well utility providers in the Evanston area and across IL serve their electric customers.

Evanston Cinemark Movie Theater Closes After Escaping Lease

More than a dozen cinema operators are hoping for an opportunity to replace the Evanston Century 21 Theater.