Illinois AG Kwame Raoul reached a $3.5 million settlement with Indra Energy over claims it deceived consumers into paying more for electricity. The settlement includes restitution and an 18-month business suspension in Illinois.

Amazon drivers in Skokie voted to authorize a strike, and Amazon faces accusations of ignoring internal warnings about worker injury risks linked to production quotas. The company contests these claims and challenges the union's tactics.

100 Black Men of Chicago, Inc. celebrates their 30th anniversary with the 26th annual toy drive, collecting 1,500 toys and raising funds to support local children and single mothers during the holidays.

The Illinois Gaming Board awarded Wind Creek IL LLC a casino license and approved a sports wagering partnership between Walker's Bluff and bet365. They also granted various gaming and occupational licenses.

McNally's bar in Chicago's Beverly neighborhood is closing after 35 years. The family-run establishment thanked patrons and emphasized its role in the community as a gathering place for both celebrations and commiserations.

Lion Electric has laid off about 400 workers and suspended operations at its Joliet, Illinois, facility, impacting the state's aim to become an electric vehicle hub.

An outbreak of salmonella linked to cucumbers distributed by SunFed Produce and two other companies has affected 68 people in 19 states, prompting a recall.

Yuengling, the oldest brewery in America, is expanding distribution to Illinois in 2025, starting with draft beer in bars and restaurants and later in stores.

Chicago celebrated Small Business Saturday in neighborhoods like Humboldt Park and Lincoln Square, with sales, festivities, and a community coat drive.

Aritzia, a luxury women's fashion retailer, opens a flagship store on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, aiming to revitalize the shopping district with a two-floor retail space and special grand opening gifts.

Judges propose Peoples Gas continue its $7.2B pipeline project in Chicago, aiming for a 2035 completion with updated plans, despite concerns over cost and consumer rates.

The Illinois Department of Revenue advises online shoppers to bolster cybersecurity during the holidays, suggesting the use of strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and credit cards for safer transactions.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul warns shoppers of scams and unsafe products during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, advising inspection of gift cards, checking CPSC recalls, and being cautious with personal information.