Former workers at the closed Signature Room have won $1.5 million in back pay and benefits after the restaurant violated state law by not providing proper notice before shutting down.

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker proposes increasing the sports betting tax from 15% to 35% to raise an estimated additional $200 million annually for the state's treasury.

BinStar in Brighton offers an eco-friendly shopping experience by selling discounted items that would have been landfill-bound, with prices dropping daily from $19 to $1.

National home prices rise, but Memphis sees a drop and a surge in home sales. Renting becomes more attractive in certain cities, with investors driving home prices up.

Mesquite, Texas, reports economic growth with 2,800 new jobs and nine businesses, including Canadian Solar and Hexagon Purus opening facilities, and expansions by General Dynamics and other major companies.

DTE Energy in Detroit seeks to raise customer electric bills to improve the grid and fund greener initiatives, despite some residents' concerns about costs.

The Green City Market in Chicago is opening a month earlier than usual, with the Lincoln Park market beginning on April 6 and the West Loop market in May, to offer an extended season of fresh local produce.

The Apache Junction Construction Expo aims to gather industry professionals to network, showcase their skills, and seek new partnerships, with opportunities for companies to increase exposure and secure future business.

Kroger is closing its delivery hubs in Austin, San Antonio, and South Florida on May 25, impacting 52 workers due to facilities not meeting success benchmarks.

Steward Health Care plans to sell its physician network to Optum Care, triggering a state review regarding the deal's impact on the healthcare market.

Austin City Council passes a resolution to simplify food truck inspection procedures, potentially removing the need for trucks to be driven to inspection facilities.

Philadelphia Police are seeking the public's help in finding Angel Roberts, a 14-year-old girl missing since March 22 from the 5400 block of Arlington Street.

A woman known as Jane Doe 300 filed a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse by former gynecologist Fabio Ortega and accuses Endeavor Health of failing to act on prior complaints.