McHenry County officials dispute bakery's discrimination accusation following cancelation of drag show
An Illinois bakery has accused its local government of discriminating against it by banning events at the space after it was vandalized and had to cancel a planned drag show, but the village disputes the bakery's version of events.
An Illinois bakery has accused its local government of discriminating against it by banning events at the space after it was vandalized and had to cancel a planned drag show, but the village disputes the bakery's version of events.
Highland Park businesses recovering from shooting with help of small business loans
Businesses affected by last month's massacre in Highland Park can apply for help from the federal Small Business Administration.
Businesses affected by last month's massacre in Highland Park can apply for help from the federal Small Business Administration.
Highland Park businesses recovering from shooting with help of small business loans
Businesses affected by last month's massacre in Highland Park can apply for help from the federal Small Business Administration.
Businesses affected by last month's massacre in Highland Park can apply for help from the federal Small Business Administration.
UpRising Bakery told by village to stop hosting public events
A Lake in the Hills bakery has been told it cannot hold public events anymore. UpRising Bakery was vandalized last month after planning a family-friendly drag show.
A Lake in the Hills bakery has been told it cannot hold public events anymore. UpRising Bakery was vandalized last month after planning a family-friendly drag show.
UpRising Bakery owner says village discriminated against her after business was vandalized prior to drag show
An Illinois bakery owner states that she and her business are facing discrimination from her local government after being targeted with what she considers a hate crime.
An Illinois bakery owner states that she and her business are facing discrimination from her local government after being targeted with what she considers a hate crime.
Former Chicago police officer turns side hustle into full-time wellness business
Jamay Nellum-Fane, owner and founder of La Collection Mouja, talks about her journey from being a Chicago police officer to running her own business on her own terms.
Jamay Nellum-Fane, owner and founder of La Collection Mouja, talks about her journey from being a Chicago police officer to running her own business on her own terms.
Chicago company 'Shameless Pets' recycles unwanted human food into dog and cat treats
Shameless Pets works with food processors to rescue unwanted food and turn it into dog and cat treats.
Shameless Pets works with food processors to rescue unwanted food and turn it into dog and cat treats.
Chicago man believes city shut his business down because he's Black
Rashad Bailey had high hopes for his new business venture — Dinner and a Movie — before the city of Chicago forced him to shut down.
Rashad Bailey had high hopes for his new business venture — Dinner and a Movie — before the city of Chicago forced him to shut down.
Black-owned business closed in Lincoln Park, owner believes he knows why
Rashad Bailey had high hopes for his new business venture — Dinner and a Movie — before the city of Chicago forced him to shut down.
Rashad Bailey had high hopes for his new business venture — Dinner and a Movie — before the city of Chicago forced him to shut down.
ChiBoys clothing line sets up shop on Chicago Riverwalk
DeShawn Murry, owner of ChiBoys, talks about their newest location along the Chicago Riverwalk.
DeShawn Murry, owner of ChiBoys, talks about their newest location along the Chicago Riverwalk.
Kilwins in Hyde Park to reopen after gunfire damaged store last year
Staff at Kilwins are excited for Friday's reopening, saying they can't wait to serve their longtime patrons once again. Known for their homemade fudge, assorted chocolates and caramel apples, the South Side sweetshop is back up and running after gunshots shattered store windows last year.
Staff at Kilwins are excited for Friday's reopening, saying they can't wait to serve their longtime patrons once again. Known for their homemade fudge, assorted chocolates and caramel apples, the South Side sweetshop is back up and running after gunshots shattered store windows last year.
Wheaton businesses celebrate 'Christmas in July'
More than a dozen shops in downtown Wheaton are decking their halls and offer special discounts in celebration of 'Christmas in July.'
More than a dozen shops in downtown Wheaton are decking their halls and offer special discounts in celebration of 'Christmas in July.'
Chicago alderman looks to kill 5 a.m. bar licenses to curb violence
Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins says it?s late night bars that are attracting the most violence.
Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins says it?s late night bars that are attracting the most violence.
Highland Park businesses to reopen this morning with moment of silence to honor victims
Today marks one week since the mass shooting in Highland Park as businesses are set to reopen with a moment of silence.
Today marks one week since the mass shooting in Highland Park as businesses are set to reopen with a moment of silence.
Illinois native's CharCharms combine convenience with cute accessories
Charlotte Trecartin, creator of CharCharms, talks about the inspiration behind her product line and how her business is doing so far.
Charlotte Trecartin, creator of CharCharms, talks about the inspiration behind her product line and how her business is doing so far.
New book lays out roadmap to surviving and excelling in the 'corporate jungle'
Dalia Feldheim, CEO and author, expounds on lessons from her new book "Dare to Lead like a Girl."
Dalia Feldheim, CEO and author, expounds on lessons from her new book "Dare to Lead like a Girl."
How drastic is the gender pay gap in Chicago?
Carolyn Dolezal, CEO of C200, talks about trends in the gender pay gap and how Chicago matches up with the rest of the country.
Carolyn Dolezal, CEO of C200, talks about trends in the gender pay gap and how Chicago matches up with the rest of the country.
Chicago brewery unveils 'victory' beer to support Ukraine
A Chicago brewery will unveil a new beer this weekend to give people a taste of Ukraine and an easy drinking way to support that country.
A Chicago brewery will unveil a new beer this weekend to give people a taste of Ukraine and an easy drinking way to support that country.
Businesses create new Pilsen Chamber of Commerce
Small businesses in the Pilsen community have a new advocate --- the Pilsen Chamber of Commerce.
Small businesses in the Pilsen community have a new advocate --- the Pilsen Chamber of Commerce.
Chicago's Arab gas station owners say city trying to close them down over violence
More than 30 Arab store owners in Chicago are demanding action after one store was ordered to shut down permanently.
More than 30 Arab store owners in Chicago are demanding action after one store was ordered to shut down permanently.