Chicago City Council passes expansion of paid leave for workers

The ordinance means all workers in Chicago – anyone who works for any company – will earn one hour of leave for every 35 hours worked.

• Nov 9, 2023

City sees new push to bring back winter outdoor dining, and restaurants say it would be a win

However, patrons are mixed on hanging out these days in a tent just to eat or drink.

• Nov 1, 2023

Illinois, other states sue Meta, claiming its social platforms harm children's mental health

"Our children are in crisis, and we need to act," Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said.

• Oct 24, 2023

West Dundee approves $7 million purchase of Spring Hill Mall for redevelopment plan

West Dundee Mayor Chris Nelson said the village is buying the struggling mall to turn it into a mixed-use area featuring retail, residential, and entertainment spaces.

• Oct 24, 2023

Ford announces layoffs at Michigan facilities in wake of strike at Chicago plant

Ford said the strike at the Chicago plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue is causing more knock-on effects at other facilities.

• Oct 4, 2023

As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution

On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.

• Oct 3, 2023

Autoworkers' strike against Ford leads to layoffs at suburban Chicago stamping plant

The layoffs took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.

• Oct 2, 2023

Union files labor complaint after Signature Room at former John Hancock closes abruptly

No notice was given to the 132 restaurant employees represented by UNITE HERE Local 1, the union said.

• Oct 2, 2023

GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike

"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."

• Sep 22, 2023

Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike

Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.

• Sep 21, 2023

Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"

"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."

• Sep 20, 2023

Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries

Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.

• Sep 8, 2023

Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers

The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"

• Aug 31, 2023

Reza's Restaurant closes original Andersonville location after 40 years in business

Reza's has been serving Persian cuisine at 5255 N. Clark St. since 1983.

• Aug 28, 2023

Chicago Brew Pass aims to pump up craft brew scene with prizes

A map helps customers hop their way across the city and participate in a program filled with prizes and pilsners.

• Aug 23, 2023

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