Industry

Chicago's State/Lake CTA Station to Undergo $444M Renovation

The 130-year-old station will be replaced with a modern, fully accessible rail hub.

Two Downtown Chicago Office Buildings Sold for Residential Conversion

Another office building is also being marketed as a potential conversion candidate.

Zoning Application Filed for Mixed-Use Bridgeport Crossing Development

The 4-acre project in McKinley Park includes retail, townhomes, and two residential buildings.

Abuse Allegations at Warlord and Noma Prompt Calls for Restaurant Worker Protections

Grassroots groups in Chicago are working to give hospitality workers a voice and path to accountability amid systemic issues.

Chicago Aldermen Push for Faster Video Gambling Terminal Approvals

City seeks to jumpstart operations and revenue amid state's slow approval process.

Norwegian Cruise Line Settles with Illinois Over COVID-19 Practices

The $2 million multistate agreement bars deceptive sales tactics during the pandemic.

Jewel-Osco Owners Agree to $773M Opioid Crisis Settlement

Illinois Attorney General says deal with Albertsons is still pending final terms

7-Eleven Parent Company Plans Hundreds of Store Closures Across North America

The move aims to streamline operations and update the business model, with potential impacts on Illinois stores.

Philz Coffee Faces Backlash Over Pride Flag Removal

The San Francisco-based coffee chain's decision to take down Pride flags from its stores has sparked outrage from customers and employees.

State Board Approves $7M Sale of Olympia Fields Hospital to Prime Healthcare

Prime pledges to sustain and improve the struggling safety net hospital despite concerns over changes at other Illinois facilities.

VB Spine Acquires Augmented Reality Spine Platform from Augmedics

The transaction will allow VB Spine to immediately begin transitioning the xvision Spine System platform.

Federal Court Cases Piled Up Against Resilience Healthcare Before West Suburban, Weiss Hospitals Closed

The breadth and variety of lawsuits could indicate a company in serious distress, experts say.

GHOST® Channels Classic Lemon-Lime Nostalgia with New 7up® Energy Drink Launch

The Limited-Time Release Brings the Unmistakable 7up® Flavor into the Energy Category Through Ghost®'s Partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper

Consumer Wins Battle Against Dodgy Solar Company

Tribunal orders €2,090 refund after faulty water heaters left homeowner in the lurch

Abbott Laboratories Hit with $70M Verdict in Infant Formula Lawsuit

Cook County jury finds company's cow-milk-based formula contributed to life-threatening condition in premature babies.