Child Care Demand Outpaces Supply As New Lake Co. School Opens In Former Ambulance Center

The Nest Schools facility can serve up to 209 children and is expected to create 35 jobs in Vernon Hills.

Dutch Bros Coffee Gets Initial Approval For New Milwaukee Avenue Location

Drive-thru coffee chain could open between two existing restaurants, pending final approvals.

Vernon Hills Toy Company Files New Lawsuit Challenging Trump Tariffs

Learning Resources argues the administration's latest import taxes are unlawful.

Hawthorn Mall Investing $5M In Interior Upgrades As Part Of Larger Revamp

The Vernon Hills shopping center is updating common areas and amenities, officials said.

‘A Fresh Market On Steroids’: Massive New Grocery Store Opens In Vernon Hills

The 100,000-square-foot store features bakery, sushi station, prepared foods and expanded international offerings.

Local Restaurant Brings World Cup Watch Parties, Specials To Chicagoland Locations

Do you know of other Chicago-area restaurants and businesses airing World Cup games or offering specials? Let us know in the comments.

Vernon Hills Toy Company Wins $10M Tariff Refund After Supreme Court Ruling

The decision reverses Trump-era import tariffs that drove up costs, threatened its business model, according to reports.

These 6 Chicago-Area Malls Face 'Financial Distress': Report

Green Street, a real estate information company, assigned letter grades for six Chicago-area malls. Here's how those malls ranked.

Mendocino Farms Opening First Suburban Location In Vernon Hills

California-based sandwich and salad chain will open April 21 at Mellody Farm, expanding beyond its two Chicago restaurants.

Abbott Laboratories Acquires Exact Sciences In $23 Billion Deal

Madison-based Exact Sciences focuses on the early detection of cancer and supports personalized treatments.

Liquidation Sales Could Be Underway At Joann Fabrics In Vernon Hills

The fabrics retailer announced last week it will close more than half its locations nationwide.

Blissful Touch Finds Success And Friendship In Woman-Owned Business

The Libertyville Studio offers many modalites for clients to relax and refresh.

Limo Angel Celebrating Two Decades in Business

The company prides itself on delivering the same kind of high-quality service to its customers no matter where they are.

These Vernon Hills Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

Nationally, around 101,000 eateries received grants, including some in the Vernon Hills area.

PPP Loans Benefited Vernon Hills Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program benefited nearly 12 million businesses in the U.S., including some in Vernon Hills.

Vernon Hills Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

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

How Reliable Is Your Illinois Power Utility?

See how well power providers in the Vernon Hills area and across IL serve their electric customers.

Freedom Home Care to open new location in Barrington

Plans are underway for an August 2020 opening

Walmart, Sam's Club, Best Buy To Require Shoppers To Wear Masks

More big box retailers announced masks are mandatory in all stores this week, including locations in Vernon Hills, Waukegan and Gurnee.

The Lake County Community Foundation Awards $800,000 in Grants

$200,000 awarded to 7 nonprofits in recent funding round

2 Chicago-Area Chuck E. Cheese Locations To Close

SEC Entertainment announced Thursday it has rejected leases for Chuck E. Cheese locations in Vernon Hills and Chicago-Matteson.

AMC Theatres: Vernon Hills Location Could Close

The movie theater chain said Wednesday it may not survive the coronavirus pandemic.

Hawthorn Mall Reopening Date Announced

Customers will soon be welcomed back to the shopping center in Vernon Hills as coronavirus restrictions are lifted.

Pier 1 Vernon Hills Slated For Closure Amid Company Bankruptcy

Citing coronavirus and the "uncertainty of a post-COVID world," Pier 1 Imports plans to halt retail operations.

Black Friday, Thanksgiving Store Hours For Hawthorn Mall

Here’s a look at when Hawthorn Mall will open as well as a peek at some of the Black Friday ads and special discounts.

A Letter to Lake County – Why Generosity Matters

“Generosity is a practical expression of love.” – Gary Inrig 

Barbara Strongin Joins Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

New Director of Medical Staffing

Forever Om Is 10 Years In Lake Forest, Expanded In Vernon Hills

Cilla Stoll shares her secrets to the success of her yoga world as a mom, business woman, breast cancer survivor, yogi and philanthropist!

Why Vernon Hills' Sephora Store Is Temporarily Closing June 5

The beauty products retailer is closing its Vernon Hills store Wednesday morning.

The Lake County Community Foundation Names New Executive Director

Maggie Moreles full-time Executive Director effective March 14, 2019

Macy’s Calls For Addition Of Businesses In Parking Lot

The move is meant to draw more traffic into the store at Hawthorn Mall.

Lazy Dog & Restaurant Opening Soon in Vernon Hills

The restaurant is hiring 200 for its new location.

City Barbeque Opening Lake Co. Location In October

The BBQ restaurant is opening soon in Vernon Hills.

Pro Shop Bids Against Private Equity For Vernon Hills Toys R US

Two companies are bidding for the Townline Road Toys R Us in this week's auction.

Toys R Us Closing Vernon Hills Store

The company announced Wednesday that it will be closing seven Illinois stores, including the one in Vernon Hills.

Possible Data Breach At Jason's Deli Could Affect Some Customers

Company representatives said breach may have occurred around Dec. 22, 2017, when customers' information appeared for sale on "dark web."

'Classy' Barbershop Opens In Vernon Hills

Roosters Men Grooming Center invites the public to its grand opening Nov. 14.

REI, Nordstrom Rack to Open at New Upscale Mall

Crews recently broke ground on the Mellody Farm development in Vernon Hills with plans of opening shops and restaurants in fall of 2018.

Hawthorne Mall to Get 'Back to Black Friday,' Will Close This Thanksgiving

The mall wants its employees to spend time with their families. Several retailers across the U.S. will also be closed this Thanksgiving.

Philly G's Restaurant Closes After 11 Years

The Italian eatery served its last meal this past weekend.