Health care workers at St. Francis Medical Center in Lynwood began a five-day strike on Monday, October 9th, 2023.

A cherished Oakland furniture store, Uhuru Furniture & Collectibles, announces its closure after more than three decades of operation. The situation highlights the challenges faced by small businesses in the current economic climate.

Pharmacy employees at some Walgreens stores across the United States are staging walkouts on October 9-11 to protest the harsh working conditions they say make it difficult to safely fill prescriptions and attend to customers, risking public health.

A Cook County judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a Winnetka resident over a proposed land swap between the Winnetka Park District and billionaire Justin Ishbia.

Mayor Karen Bass addresses progress report findings and discusses solutions with small business owners in Boyle Heights, aiming to improve the city's support for businesses.

The inaugural Chicago VC Summit on the Future of Climate Tech commenced, showcasing over 140 start-ups led predominantly by founders of color and highlighting opportunities for collaboration and investment.

As the largest strike of its kind in U.S. history enters its second day, health care workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities continue to picket for better wages, increased staffing, and improved working conditions.

Menlo Park BevMo! faces a liquor license suspension following multiple offenses of selling alcohol to minors.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reviewing plans for the demolition of Chicago's Damen grain silos, prompting the city to defer its decision on pending applications.

As Los Angeles City Council moves forward to ban cashless retail businesses, concerns arise regarding inclusive economic opportunities for members of the community who lack access to bank accounts and digital payment platforms.

After nearly a month of operation, Bally's temporary casino hosted a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate Chicago's first casino at the historic Medinah Temple in River North.

After over six decades of serving the Santa Clara community, a Safeway store at Valley Fair Shopping Center is set to close its doors in early November. As the retailer continues to assess store performance, local residents reminisce on the store's rich history and debate its impact on the neighborhood.

Costco members in San Diego County may experience a membership fee increase in the foreseeable future, as the company's CFO hints at the possibility during a recent earnings call.