500 Service, Hospitality Workers At Northwestern University On Strike

Hundreds of cooks, cashiers, baristas, dishwashers and catering workers at Northwestern University walked out on strike Monday morning.

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.

Byline Bank Supports Small Businesses through PPP

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

Grocery Sector Still Strong Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

Jewel-Osco at Elston Plaza sees record sales in second quarter.

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