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.
Borinken Cakes pack Puerto Rican flavor into delicious cupcakes
Rachel Diaz from Borinken Cakes shows off their amazing cupcakes packed with delicious ingredients.
Rachel Diaz from Borinken Cakes shows off their amazing cupcakes packed with delicious ingredients.
Congressman Chuy Garcia introduces bill to help women, minority-owned small businesses
On Wednesday, Congressman Chuy Garcia introduced a bill to help women and minority owned small businesses.
On Wednesday, Congressman Chuy Garcia introduced a bill to help women and minority owned small businesses.
Companies increasingly turning to computers to conduct job interviews
Dr. Rachel Saef from Northeastern Illinois University talks about how some employers are increasingly turning to computers to analyze job interviews.
Dr. Rachel Saef from Northeastern Illinois University talks about how some employers are increasingly turning to computers to analyze job interviews.
How is inflation impacting local jobs?
John Waldmann, founder and CEO of Homebase, talks about how the national inflation spike is hampering those working local jobs.
John Waldmann, founder and CEO of Homebase, talks about how the national inflation spike is hampering those working local jobs.
FedEx E-commerce Learning Lab empowers women-owned small businesses to pivot sales online
Terrand Smith, founder and CEO of 37 Oaks Consulting, talks about the FedEx e-commerce learning lab and how women business owners are pivoting their business online in wake of the pandemic.
Terrand Smith, founder and CEO of 37 Oaks Consulting, talks about the FedEx e-commerce learning lab and how women business owners are pivoting their business online in wake of the pandemic.
Chicago dad creates Jiobit child tracking device after losing son for 30 minutes at Maggie Daley Park
“I am sure that lots of parents have had this experience, where you're out and about – at a park, Disney World – and you lose track of your little one for just a minute and your heart kind of stops,” Jiobit co-founder John Renaldi said.
“I am sure that lots of parents have had this experience, where you're out and about – at a park, Disney World – and you lose track of your little one for just a minute and your heart kind of stops,” Jiobit co-founder John Renaldi said.
Chicago craft breweries push to receive COVID relief funds from Illinois
Kevin Cary from Begyle Brewing in Ravenswood talks about the plight of Chicago's craft breweries seeking state funding to help combat the losses brought on by COVID-19.
Kevin Cary from Begyle Brewing in Ravenswood talks about the plight of Chicago's craft breweries seeking state funding to help combat the losses brought on by COVID-19.
Lake View's Spring Wine Walk showcases 20 different vinos and local businesses
Caris Marconet and Jun-Jun Vichaikul preview Thursday's Spring Wine Walk and talk about what local Lake View businesses have to offer.
Caris Marconet and Jun-Jun Vichaikul preview Thursday's Spring Wine Walk and talk about what local Lake View businesses have to offer.
The Brewed blends horror and java in new Logan Square coffee shop
Nick Mayor and Jen Lemasters, co-owners of The Brewed, give us a walkthrough of their delightfully frightening coffee shop in Logan Square.
Nick Mayor and Jen Lemasters, co-owners of The Brewed, give us a walkthrough of their delightfully frightening coffee shop in Logan Square.
Suburban Chicago plant store 'Herbs & the Burbs' gives away plants every weekend
TJ Johnson owns Herbs & the Burbs in Flossmoor. She said she started her “Free Plant Saturdays” at a time when she was thinking about closing her shop. She was stressed out, and she said that during her morning meditation, she realized that all she wanted to do was share plants – so she decided to just give the plants away.
TJ Johnson owns Herbs & the Burbs in Flossmoor. She said she started her “Free Plant Saturdays” at a time when she was thinking about closing her shop. She was stressed out, and she said that during her morning meditation, she realized that all she wanted to do was share plants – so she decided to just give the plants away.
Will traditional office hours become a relic in post-pandemic workplaces?
Steven J. Davis, a professor at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, talks about how workplaces are adjusting as COVID cases decline and more workers return to the office.
Steven J. Davis, a professor at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, talks about how workplaces are adjusting as COVID cases decline and more workers return to the office.
Chicagoans launch Loud Brew coffee for a calmer caffeine high
Zachary Rudd talks about their brand-new Loud Brew coffee which offers the caffeine boost you need without the jitters typically associated with java.
Zachary Rudd talks about their brand-new Loud Brew coffee which offers the caffeine boost you need without the jitters typically associated with java.