Byline Bank Supports Small Businesses through PPP

Byline Bank is processing applications now for existing and new customers who open a business account.

IL Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite In Evanston

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as an Evanston Business of the Year.

Small Business Saturday 2020: Help Them Stay Afloat In Evanston

Small Business Saturday — it’s on Nov. 28 this year — helps local businesses in Evanston overcome pandemic hardships.

Unemployment Rate In Evanston Up By Nearly 229% Since August 2019

The coronavirus drove Evanston's unemployment rate to 7.1 percent in August, up from 3.1 percent a year ago.

Ransomware Attack Exposes NorthShore, Northwestern Patient Data

A cyberattacker got information on over 400,000 people in NorthShore University HealthSystem and Northwestern Memorial HealthCare databases.

24 Evanston Businesses Receive State Business Interruption Grants

The program awards up to $20,000 to Illinois businesses that have suffered during the coronavirus pandemic.

230 Workers Laid Off By Northwestern Food Service Provider

Compass Group management sent out layoff notices Monday after learning of the university's plans for reduced on-campus activity in the fall.

Evanston Marijuana Legalization 6 Months Later: Take Our Survey

Recreational marijuana has been sold in Evanston since January, but now other suburbs are reconsidering their votes to prohibit it.

NorthShore To Acquire Northwest Community Healthcare

The Evanston-based health care system announced plans to take over the independent Arlington Heights-based hospital by the end of the year.

Evanston PPP Loans: Where The Coronavirus Relief Money Went

Here is a list of the 200 Evanston businesses approved for the largest loans from the $51 billion Paycheck Protection Program.

Evanston Target Stores Raise Minimum Wage For All Employees

Company officials also announced one-time bonuses for people working in stores and distribution centers during the coronavirus pandemic.

Evanston Local Heroes Seek Support From Community To Stay Afloat

The family-owned corner store and ice cream parlor has provided support to those in need during the coronavirus pandemic.

Walmart Begins Implementing One-Way Aisles In Cook County

On Thursday, Walmart locations began implementing single-direction aisles.

Evanston Local Business Guide: What's Open And Closed In Town

We asked local businesses to offer updates on their status during the coronavirus crisis and produced a directory of their responses.

Andy's Frozen Custard Closes Evanston Location, May Relocate

The Springfield, Missouri-based frozen custard company did not renew its lease on Church St. The company said it is exploring new options.

Evanston Businesses: Open Or Closed? Let Your Customers Know

We're publishing a simple "Open-or-Closed Directory" for Evanston businesses. Here's how to get listed.

Instacart Workers Plan Strike Over Coronavirus Safety Concerns

As many as 200,000 Instacart workers could walk off the job Monday over demands for better COVID-19 protection, hazard pay and benefits.

Illinois Cannabis Industry Deemed 'Essential' During Coronavirus

Marijuana dispensaries remain open during the governor's 'stay at home' order and new rules are in place for medical cannabis patients.

Companies Flood Inboxes With Email Deals Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Business is hurting, it could get even worse, and they’re using emails to relay special discounts or changes in their stores.

$20 Million Spent On Recreational Weed In Illinois In 12 Days

Sales revenue from the state's first week of adult-use cannabis outpaced results from nearly every other state that has legalized marijuana.

Closing Sales Underway At Coucou & Olive And The Gap In Evanston

Two clothing stores in the 1700 block of Sherman Avenue in downtown Evanston announced plans to permanently close next month.

Trees the Season

Christmas tree businesses talk about their work, in this Audlank Media video.

New Gym Co-Owned By NBA Champion Opens In Evanston

A fitness franchise opened the fourth of its five new gyms in the Chicago area at Dempster Street and Dodge Avenue.

Scott Simpson Design + Build Celebrates 25 Years in Business

New name, new look & logo highlights integrated offerings

Businesses, Municipalities Get Chance to Learn About EVs

Clean Cities to host Clean Vehicle Seminar, Clean Air Golf Outing

Automakers Award $7.5M To Battery Startup Begun At Northwestern

Using technology invented by a Northwestern professor, NanoGraf says its technology significantly improves lithium-ion batteries.

Evanston Launches Sustainable Business Recognition Program

Business who implement at least 10 sustainable actions by Aug. 4 will receive $250 cash incentive, a storefront decal and an online badge.

Shared Ride App Expands To Evanston, Offers $3 Flat Rate

Via, the on-demand, shared ride service, began offering service to, from and within Evanston Monday.

Downtown Evanston Office Building Sells For Over $10 Million

The new owners plan an "extensive renovation and modernization" of the 44-year-old building, according to the broker on the deal.

Electric Vehicle Test Drives Offered at 2019 Chicago Auto Show

Clean Cities coalition hosting electric vehicle drives at the show, Feb. 9-18

Downtown Evanston Office Building Sells For Over $32 Million

The 10-story tower at 500 Davis St. sold last month for more than $14 million above its 2016 purchase price.

Evanston Small Business Saturday 2018: Shop Local, Get Rewarded

Shoppers can help keep local businesses in Evanston this Small Business Saturday.

Artist Opens Evanston Marketplace For Creators, Makers, Designers

A new independent retailer in downtown Evanston provides a platform for creative entrepreneurs to showcase their work.

Health Care Provider Opens 15th Location In Evanston

Aligned Modern Health now offers chiropractic physical medicine, rehabilitation, acupuncture and clinical nutrition on Davis Street.

Why Does Evanston Have So Many Rug Stores?

Property taxes and interested developers could contribute to the closure of the remaining carpet shops in the longtime rug district.

Architect Submits Plans For Office Tower On Evanston Library Lot

The proposal includes 9 stories of office space and 171 parking spots, according to its planned development application.

Which North Shore Starbucks Stores Are Closing For Training

Around 8,000 Starbucks stores are closing for racial bias training following the arrest of two black men at a Philadelphia location.

Evanston Auto Repair Shop's Ownership Returns To Family Roots

The married owners of Doc's Auto Clinic's have fallen in love with Evanston since buying the business in 2014.

Reiki Master Celebrates 1 Year In Evanston

Divine Creative Synergy opened up shop April 2017 in the AMLI Evanston building.

Evanston North Face Closes Abruptly

The Sherman Plaza store shuttered Saturday without warning or explanation.