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Amazon considering large-format store in Oak Brook

By Susan Sarkauskas
Mar 09, 2026 1:32 pm - Amazon is proposing to build one of its new large-format stores in Oak Brook.
Select suburban Target stores debut new baby boutiques

By Michelle Meyer
Mar 07, 2026 1:03 pm - Target is launching a new baby department shopping experience this month in only nine locations across the state, including several suburban stores.
Should east St. Charles pause new car washes, gas stations, drive-throughs? Moratorium fails to gain steam

By Joey Weslo
Mar 07, 2026 12:43 pm - With new business activity like the Fox Haven Square entertainment district and the redeveloping of Charlestown Mall, the eastern corridor of St. Charles is changing fast. Worried about certain types of businesses not matching the “community’s vision,” one alderperson proposed a moratorium on select proposals — namely new car washes, gas stations, self storage facilities, drive-through fast food joints and banks.
The Biz Week That Was: Andretti Indoor Karting to open; Whole Foods signs lease

Daily Herald report
Mar 07, 2026 12:29 pm - Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Schaumburg awaiting green flag to open Tuesday Anticipated for four years, just days remain for Andretti Indoor Karting & Games to...
Chick-fil-A Crystal Lake celebrates grand re-opening and new ownership

By Cathy Moran, Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce
Mar 06, 2026 5:37 pm - The Chick-fil-A restaurant in Crystal Lake celebrated its grand re-opening on Saturday, Feb. 21, marking an exciting new chapter under the ownership of Josh Chapel.
Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spending

By MATT OTT and ANNE D'INNOCENZIO
Mar 06, 2026 9:07 am - American consumers pulled back their spending to start 2026, extending the malaise in retail sales that began late last year.
Indoor mini-golf, trampoline park, more coming this year to Gurnee Mills

By Mick Zawislak
Mar 05, 2026 1:33 pm - Indoor minigolf and a trampoline park are among new offerings opening this year at Gurnee Mills.
The Biz Week That Was: Data center interrupted, Bears tug of war, and the state’s new nuclear goals

Daily Herald report
Feb 28, 2026 12:50 pm - Lisle seeks details on work at data center property Lisle was forced to take legal action to halt construction at a data center after the company that operates the f...
Elgin City Council moves to ban single-use plastic bags at large retailers

By Rick West
Feb 26, 2026 2:48 pm - The Elgin City Council gave preliminary approval Wednesday to a ban on single-use plastic checkout bags at larger retailers. If approved, Elgin would be one of the only municipalities in the state with such an ordinance.
Illinois legislators introduce bills to regulate pricing based on personal data

By JENNA SCHWEIKERT
Feb 26, 2026 2:46 pm - Two bills introduced in the House would require companies to tell consumers when their personal data is used in price setting. Known as algorithmic pricing, the practice has come under fire recently for anticompetitive tactics.

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