Walgreens is leaving its Chicago Old Post Office space by Jan 2026, amid financial pressures and after a potential $10 billion acquisition by Sycamore Partners.

Walmart commits to removing synthetic dyes and other additives from its store brands by 2027, responding to consumer demand for healthier and more natural food products.

Gas prices in Peoria dropped slightly, reflecting a national trend, with seasonal factors such as winter gasoline formulations and lower demand influencing the decrease.

Two Chicago restaurants, Smyth and Kasama, are celebrated on The World's 50 Best Restaurants North America list, earning the fourth and thirty-first spots, respectively.

Hillshire Brands Company recalls about 58 million pounds of corn dog and sausage products due to possible wood contamination, with reported consumer complaints leading to the discovery.

Metra is trialing a new Café Car with social seating on Rock Island Line and other lines this fall, seeking passenger feedback to evaluate the concept's potential permanent implementation.

Portillo's CEO Michael Osanloo has left the company suddenly, with Michael A. Miles Jr. appointed as interim CEO.

MSI unionized staff in Chicago may strike over pay and benefits, with 90% voting in favor due to stagnant wages and insufficient benefits. Negotiations continue.

The Scottish Rite Theater in Peoria is on sale again for $5.8 million after operations by TempleLive ceased without explanation. The Peoria Civic Center is hosting shows displaced by the closure.

Costco recalled its Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Poke due to potential listeria contamination linked to green onions, advising customers to dispose of the product and seek refunds. No related illnesses have been reported.

Toys "R" Us opened its second flagship store in the Chicago area, featuring top brands, an arcade, and interactive experiences to revitalize its physical retail presence.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul sues Live Nation and Ticketmaster over alleged deceptive business practices and collusion with ticket brokers to inflate resale prices.

Costco has recalled its Kirkland Signature Prosecco over shattering risk; customers in 12 states should safely discard the bottles and can receive a refund.