Retail and Shopping
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Reports: Sears to cut 250 jobs at Hoffman Estates headquartersSep 04, 2019 1:00 am - Sears is cutting around 250 employees at its Hoffman Estates headquarters beginning in late October, the company said in a letter, obtained by Crain's Chicago Business t...
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Historic West Dundee church building gets new life as the Half Full Nest Vintage MarketSep 03, 2019 11:00 pm - After five months of renovations and restorations, West Dundee's historic 1882 former church building located at 205 W. Main St. will celebrate its grand opening on Satu...
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This is the factor that's likely to determine whether there's a U.S. recession
Sep 01, 2019 6:10 am - The U.S. economy is in a confusing place. The fundamentals look strong: Jobs are plentiful, inflation is tame, wages are rising and the economy continues to grow a tad a...
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Aggressive Amazon tactic pushes you to consider its own brand before you click 'buy'
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Why so many of your favorite YouTube videos are secretly infomercials
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Forever 21 prepares for potential bankruptcy filing
Aug 29, 2019 1:00 am - Forever 21 Inc. is preparing for a potential bankruptcy filing as the fashion retailer's cash dwindles and turnaround options fade, according to people with knowledge of...
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West Elm to open at Mellody FarmAug 29, 2019 1:00 am - VERNON HILLS - Mellody Farm, a retail center at the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue and Townline Road, has added West Elm to its merchant roster. A global design and li...
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Mikes Bikes marks 60-year anniversaryAug 28, 2019 1:00 am - PALATINE - Mikes Bikes in Palatine is celebrating its 60th anniversary serving the Palatine community. When Fred Mikes' opened his small bike shop in 1959. the community...
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Doorbell-camera firm Ring has partnered with 400 police forces, extending surveillance reach
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Retailers struggled during boom times. What happens if there's a recession?