Strike Could Affect Local Funeral Homes

Teamster-represented funeral home employees voted to strike after rejecting Service Corporation International final offer. Local funeral homes will be affected.

Old Orchard By The Numbers

Think you really know the mall you visit on a regular basis? There's more than one way to look at it.

Sony's New Ultra HD TV (Sponsored)

Sony's new high-definition television shifts the focus from size to clarity. Sponsored by Sony.

Niles Reinventing the 'New Resident Welcome Packet'

Community Update

Starbucks to Raise Prices by 1 Percent

Rude Awakening? Starbucks to Post Calorie Counts on Menus

Starting on Tuesday, June 25, Starbucks will post calorie information on snacks and drinks on its menus.

Twinkies Return July 15: Where to Buy Them in Niles, Morton Grove

Jobs Available in Niles, Skokie and Morton Grove

Find jobs at various experience levels in a wide variety of fields, all close to home.

Job Fair Takes Place at Niles West Today

The job fair continues until 4 p.m.

Norbert Marks 60 Years Of Staying Cool With Pools

The store was the first in the Midwest to sell above-the-ground pools in the early 1960s, owner Jim Schaefges said.

Wilde & Green Eatery Has Shut Its Doors

The foodie/healthy upscale twist on a food court at Westfield Old Orchard Mall in Skokie has closed. Were you a fan?

Crain's: Wealthier Suburbs Could Benefit from ComEd Rate Design

The ComEd capacity charge is expected to rise 350 percent starting next June, which according to Crain's, could impact smaller households much more than larger ones.

Niles Businesses Hear Latest Buzz

Jewel-Osco Cancels Fuel Rewards Program

The program will end June 25, according to jewelosco.com.

New Mall Is Holding a Hiring Fair

Ever Drink A $3,250 Scotch?

Paul Bauman of Niles owns an upscale shop which sells premium varieties of scotch and single-malt whiskies.

Free Doughnuts Friday in Niles-Morton Grove

Get a free donut Friday from Dunkin' Donuts.

New Homes For Sale In Niles And Morton Grove, Week of June 15

Check here to see what came on the market this week.

Jobs Available in Niles, Skokie and Morton Grove

Browsing for a job? Check out these local options in a wide variety of fields.

Patrons Pleased by Niles Library Renovations

The Niles Herald-Advocate reports patrons are happy with what has been remodeled at the library.

Hunting for New Digs? See Open Houses in Niles and Morton Grove

Is this the one?

Golf Mill Mall For Sale; Likely Buyer is Large Investor Firm

Though the prospects include large real estate investors, no such large sale in this area has been completed since before the real estate crisis.

How Much Did Local CEOs Make in 2012?

A recent report ranks the executive incomes of Illinois' 100 biggest companies. Companies with ties to the area made the list.

Chicago Real Estate Prices Rise In First Quarter

Ernie Banks Greets Fans Saturday

Comcast Offering Free Wifi In Expanded Hot Spots, Through July 4

As part of a rollout of wifi hot spots, Comcast is offering anyone, even non-customers, free wifi in a variety of eateries and other settings, through July 4. After that, customers can still use wifi in the many new locations.

Morton Grove Company Expanding Globally

Julie Smolyansky, CEO and rock star of Lifeway Foods, spoke to U.S. Senators in Washington, and the company launched its frozen kefir in London and bought a Wisconsin dairy. It grew throughout the recession.

It's Official: Purple Hotel Set to Be Demolished

In the 1970s and 80s, the Lincolnwood hotel was the place to be for weddings and celebrations. A mobster was gunned down in the parking lot, and Michael Jordan announced his rookie Chicago Bull year there.

Large Morton Grove Company Moves to Chicago

John Crane, Inc. has moved it's headquarters to the West Loop, Chicago Real Estate Daily reports.

Internet Sales Tax A Win, Say Niles and Morton Grove Chambers

The U.S. Senate has approved an Internet Sales Tax bill. If the House follows through, that would help Niles' and Morton Grove's brick and mortar stores, says the Chamber of Commerce presidents in both towns.

Fans Line Up To See Music Icon Clive Davis

The starmaker, who as a recording industry exec has discovered and promoted such talent as Alicia Keys, Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, Aerosmith and many more, auditioned a Park Ridge singer and signed copies of his book.

Half Off Starbucks Frappuccinos: Where to Get Them in Niles and Morton Grove

Frappuccino Happy Hour runs through May 12.

Mother's Day Gifts In Niles and Morton Grove

Whatever your mom is into--tech or deck, zumba or rhumba, books or nooks, jewels or tools, flowers or flours, take a look at what you can get her. And you won't have to go far.

Frozen Yogurt Chain Gets Niles Touch

Chicago-based Forever Yogurt opens its 10th store in Niles, amid an expansion to the East Coast. At the May 11 grand opening, they will award free yogurt for a year to five lucky winners.

Should McDonald's Offer Breakfast All Day?

Do you wish your Niles or Morton Grove McDonald's served breakfast all day or delivered to your home or office?

PHOTOS: Niles Chamber Presents 'Night of Roses' Awards

At a gala dinner attended by hundreds, the Niles Chamber presented awards ranging from Citizen of the Year to Living Legend honors.

Want to Work for Patch? Sales People Wanted

Patch is hiring an ad manager for the Niles and Morton Grove area.

Mariano's Opens In Harwood Heights

The 73,000 square-foot store features a cafe, coffee and gelato bar, smoothie bar, stone-hearth oven for pizzas and more, and is not far from Park Ridge and Niles.

Free Starbucks Coffee April 19

The coffee retailer is offering a free tall cup of House Blend.