GEICO is expanding with new offices in Chicago and Beachwood, Ohio, hiring for various corporate roles and tapping into local talent for strategic growth.

Ticketmaster has changed its pricing display for transparency, now showing all fees upfront in compliance with new FTC rules. The company supports all-in pricing as the nationwide standard.

The 18th annual Illinois Product Farmers Market will start on May 15, featuring local vendors, family activities, and live music at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

A zoning dispute threatens the Little Ducky Flower Farm in Barrington Hills, leading to community debates about agriculture versus residential codes. The village issued a cease-and-desist to the farm, despite local support for the tulip operation.

Enthusiasts lined up early at Pop Mart in Chicago for the new Labubu plush toy release, a beloved character from illustrator Kasing Lung's fairy-tale series. The store's limited stock and the toy's popularity caused fans to queue since before dawn.

JCPenney is closing seven stores, including one in San Bruno, by end of May due to various business reasons, despite their partnership with SPARC Group's Catalyst Brands.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul secured a $12 million settlement with Direct Energy over claims of deceptive marketing and pricing, offering restitution to affected customers and imposing operational restrictions on the company.

A new DMV+ opens in Aurora, Illinois, offering advanced services to reduce wait times and improve customer experience. The facility is double the size and integrates new technology and cross-trained staff.

Apple airlifted iPhones from India to the US to avoid tariffs on Chinese goods, shipping an estimated 1.5 million units amid fears of significant price hikes due to the trade war.

The official Harry Potter Shop has opened in Chicago, featuring exclusive merchandise, a Butterbeer Bar, and themed areas for an immersive experience.

USDA offers low-interest loans to Illinois farmers in six counties affected by recent severe weather for recovery efforts, as stated by the state's agriculture department.

The Harry Potter Shop is set to open on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, offering an immersive shopping experience with a Butterbeer bar and themed merchandise.

Kohl's closed 27 stores, including two in Chicago suburbs, as part of a strategy to focus on profitability and reduce retail space. The company offered severance or transfer options to affected employees.