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.
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.