Stocks pare gains fueled by America's reopening

U.S. equity markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S. states continued with their plans to reopen America.

Nichols Farm expands to food delivery service during pandemic
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Todd Nichols of Nichols Farm talks about what his business has been doing to meet the needs of the public during COVID-19.

Stocks soar on reopening optimism

U.S. equity markets surged to their best levels in months as states continued to reopen and as traders returned to the New York Stock Exchange for the first time since shutting down on March 23 to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Small businesses hit especially hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jay Goltz, owner of Jayson Home, dishes out advice for small business owners struggling to stay afloat during the pandemic.

Governor Pritzker issues rules as Illinois prepares for reopening

With coronavirus-related restrictions set to be loosened this week in almost all of Illinois, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Sunday released his most detailed guidelines yet for businesses and organizations planning to reopen.

Las Vegas to reopen casinos -- with restrictions

Las Vegas is set to reopen casinos following its coronavirus lockdown, but guests should not expect a return to business as usual.

Stocks post weekly gains after quiet Friday session ahead of Memorial Day

U.S. equity markets slipped Friday but registered solid weekly gains as investors focused on the reopening of the American economy while also keeping tabs on Chinese President Xi JInping's efforts to tighten his grip over Hong Kong ahead of the Memorial Day weekend. 

How to pick the best hotel credit card

If you’re a frequent traveler, a hotel credit card can be a big help. Just know the pros and cons, and choose a hotel card that meets specific travel needs.

Sign for the times: Local company honoring essential workers
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Inspirational signs honoring essential workers are a sign of the times lately. One company is making sales of them a priority in helping the homeless.

Lovin Local: Joe's Italian Villa family owned since 1947
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Our Lovin Local stop today is Joe's Italian Villa in Palos Heights. Started in 1947, this south suburban restaurant has been family owned since day one.

Logan Square salon pivots selling custom shoes
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In a pivot designed to keep their business afloat, Logan Square salon Sparrow has started selling shoes during the COVID-19 crisis. The salon was one of 80 small businesses across the country selected for Vans ?Foot the Bill? small business relief program.

General Iron cited $6K for explosions at Lincoln Park scrap yard

A North Side scrap recycler was cited $6,000 Wednesday after the city ordered it closed due to a pair of large explosions Monday at its Lincoln Park facility.