More Store Closures In Evergreen Park, Chicago Ridge Mall

Chicago Ridge Mall and businesses along Western Avenue in Evergreen Park are closing Monday, Aug. 10, due to Chicago unrest.

Target Closes IL Stores On Thanksgiving, Adjusts Sale Schedule

The retailer says 'this isn't a year for crowds' and will begin offering holiday savings in October to keep shoppers safe.

Fight In Food Court Shuts Down Chicago Ridge Mall

Police said a report of shots fired during the brawl was not true.

Louie's Chophouse Will Not Reopen In Oak Lawn After Shutdown

A fixture on Oak Lawn's restaurant scene for 24 years, Louie's Chophouse will consolidate with Mokena location.

OLCHS Student Club Raises $12K For COVID-19 Affected Businesses

Oak Lawn Community High School student service club Cross Countries awards $3,000 from fundraiser to four Oak Lawn businesses.

Oak Lawn Target Store Raising Minimum Wage For All Employees

More one-time bonuses to come at stores and distribution centers.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Eyes Former Carson’s At Chicago Ridge Mall

Chicago Ridge trustees will hold public hearing to form business district paving way for Dick's to move into part of Carson's space at mall.

Restaurants and Bars With Outdoor Seating In Oak Lawn

Several Oak Lawn establishments are open for outdoor dining and drinking: Deja Brew, Cooper's Hawk, The Barrel Club, BJ MacMahon's and more

Phase 3 Illinois: Hair Salons Reopen Under New Coronavirus Plan

Prepare for a new salon experience, including face shields, hand sanitizer and social distancing as personal care businesses reopen May 29.

Workers Have Tested Positive For Coronavirus At Tootsie Roll Factory

Tootsie Roll Industries’ Chicago factory, 7401 S. Cicero Ave., has seen 18 workers test positive for the new coronavirus.

Free Zoom Yoga Lets Students Stretch Coronavirus Stress Away

Oak Lawn yoga instructor is offering free classes on Zoom designed to help students deal with coronavirus anxiety.

Local Business Guide: What’s Open or Closed in Oak Lawn

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

Let Customers In Oak Lawn Know If Your Business Is Open Or Closed

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

Oak Lawn Restaurants Offer Takeout, Delivery During Coronavirus

UPDATED: While you're hunkered down at home, help keep Oak Lawn restaurants' lights on by ordering a meal during the coronavirus shutdown.

Grocery Stores Offer 'Senior Hours' During Coronavirus Crisis

A round-up of supermarket chains offering "senior shopping hours" for older adults and other high risk persons during COVID-19 crisis.

Chicago Department of Aviation Hosts Community Career Fair

Network and interview with company representatives for airport jobs at the Chicago Department of Aviation job fair Feb. 27.

Oak Lawn Chamber Names 2019 Member of the Year

The Oak Lawn Public Library was honored as 2019 Outstanding Chamber Member of the Year

A&W To Open New Restaurant On 95th Street

Oak Lawn trustees approve plans for a new A&W restaurant slated to open in summer 2020 on 95th Street.

Oak Lawn Grocery Stores Open On Thanksgiving Day 2019

Find out when grocery stores in Oak Lawn are open on Thanksgiving in 2019.

Chicago Ridge Mall Announces 2019 Holiday Shopping Hours

Chicago Ridge Mall will be closed Thanksgiving Day but will be open for Black Friday and extended hours during the holiday season.

Blaze Pizza Closes After 4 Years, Done In Oak Lawn

Employees learned of restaurant's closing when they arrived for work on Tuesday.

Kmart Store In Bridgeview Slated To Close This Fall

The closing will leave only 1 Kmart store in Illinois. Liquidation sales begin in September.

Illinois Lottery Hosts 'Lucky Tuesday' Blues Concert At Mariano's

The Illinois Lottery hosts blues musician Dave Herrero in a FREE concert at Mariano's in Oak Lawn on Tuesday, Sept. 3.

Tuzik's Bakery Remains Open As Building Up For Sale

The bakery on 95th Street in Oak Lawn will remain open until the owners find a buyer for the space.

Entenmann's Bakery Outlet In Oak Lawn Closing After 45 Years

The longtime bakery outlet at 108th and Cicero will be fully stocked until it closes on Aug. 24.

TJ Maxx Opens, HomeGoods Ready To Open At Stony Creek Promenade

TJ Maxx held its grand opening on Thursday as HomeGoods is set to open on Sunday, Aug. 18 at the Stony Creek Promenade in Oak Lawn.

Carpenters Union Offers Concrete Form Builder Pre-Apprenticeships

Applications will be accepted from Aug. 12 to Sept. 12 for concrete form builder pre-apprenticeship training. Vets are encouraged to apply.

Oak Lawn Business Set To Open Chicagoland’s Largest Escape Room

South Side Escape Rooms will open a third room with a murder-mystery theme this October.

Oak Lawn Chamber Annual Golf Outing

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Cooper's Hawk Chain To Be Sold To Private Equity Group: Reports

Cooper's Hawk has reportedly entered into a deal with Ares Management to sell the restaurant chain for $700 million.

Biodiesel Event Shows Fleets How to Reduce Fuel Costs

Program in Bolingbrook Promotes Clean Air, Reduced Emissions

Barrel Club Restaurant and Bar Rolls Out In Oak Lawn

From private label spirits to American comfort food, the Barrel Club stands out as an original idea in a landscape of corporate eateries.

STACKED Pancake House Plans Expansion On 95th Street

STACKED Pancake House in Oak Lawn is planning to expand into the former Eva's Bridals space, increasing seating capacity.

Oak Lawn Chamber Golf Outing Features New Games, Barbecue

The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce's summer golf outing features new games, great raffles and a barbecue July 10 at Stony Creek.

Culver's Offers Meal On The House Wednesday For First Responders

Culver's is offering police officers, firefighters, EMTs, correctional officers and 911 dispatchers will receive a free meal on May 15

Chicago Fire Pondering Move Out Of Bridgeview

The Village of Bridgeview and pro soccer team Chicago Fire signed a tentative deal for the team to terminate a lease at SeatGeek Stadium.

Small Business Clinic

4th Annual Small Business Clinic

Firefighter Buys Firehouse Subs Franchise In Oak Lawn

Bret Jefferies, a Stone Park firefighter, and his wife, Michelle, have reopened the Firehouse Subs franchise at Stony Creek Promenade.

'Spring Bling' Trunk Show Features Latest In Designer Eyewear

Complete Vision Care's Spring Bling trunk show features the latest in designer eyewear this Saturday, April 6.

Chicago Ridge Mall Brings Back Battle of the Pop-Up Challenge

Chicago Ridge Mall invites entrepreneurs to submit their innovative ideas for a pop-up store for a chance to win four months' free rent.