Illinois invests $6 million in a new Crysalis Biosciences sustainable aviation fuel facility, expected to create 35 jobs and significantly reduce carbon emissions.

Macy's Walnut Room in Chicago opens holiday reservations and reveals a special menu, including new desserts and the traditional Mrs. Hering’s Chicken Pot Pie.

Bloomingdale plans to transform the old Stratford Square Mall into a mixed-use space with apartments, shops, and entertainment areas, with demolition starting in October.

Morgan Li plans to rebuild a more advanced facility after a fire destroyed their warehouse in Chicago Heights, aiming for increased efficiency and jobs.

Bloomingdale officials announced redevelopment plans for the closed Stratford Square Mall, including entertainment, retail, and living spaces, financed by bonds and TIF.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez has refused Mayor Johnson’s call to resign, proposing a ban on school closures till 2027 to combat misinformation and instability.

An Illinois court has permanently barred tax preparer Sir Michael Joseph Davenport and his company from preparing tax returns due to allegations of fraud.

Cook County allocated $3.6 million in grants to assist 40 cannabis entrepreneurs from areas historically affected by drug law enforcement, aiming to support their business development and operations.

A student and parent were arrested after a threat at Minooka Intermediate School; firearms were seized for child protection violations, but the threat was deemed not credible.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul reaches a $10 million settlement with Teleperformance over deceptive marketing tactics misleading consumers about alternative retail electric supplier affiliations.

Ymer Technology establishes U.S. HQ in Illinois, investing $5.7 million in the EV industry and creating over 30 jobs, supported by the state's ambitions and resources.

Kane County Sheriff's Office launches an in-house Small Business Development Center to aid inmates in entrepreneurship, potentially reducing recidivism rates.

Naperville bar and restaurant owners are requesting the city council lift a 15-year ban on video gambling, claiming economic hardship and competition. The council has not yet signaled a readiness to change the ban.