Retail and Shopping
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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
Aug 28, 2019 1:00 am - The doorbell-camera company Ring has quietly forged video-sharing partnerships with more than 400 police forces across the United States, granting them access to homeown...
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Retailers struggled during boom times. What happens if there's a recession?
Aug 25, 2019 6:20 am - High-profile bankruptcies and store closures have gutted some of the nation's biggest retailers - and that's during good economic times. Now, amid fears that the United ...
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Toms Price opens Rug Studio at 3 storesAug 23, 2019 1:00 am - WHEATON - Toms Price announced the recent opening of three rug galleries at its Lincolnshire, Skokie and Wheaton locations. The Rug Studio carries thousands of rugs and ...
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Woodman's proposes second gas station in Buffalo GroveAug 23, 2019 1:00 am - Woodman's Food Market in Buffalo Grove plans to build a second gas station across the street from its grocery store on the village's north side. Buffalo Grove trustees t...
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Wheaton Toms Price store reveals renovation plansAug 22, 2019 11:00 pm - "It's time for a facelift," said Scott Price, owner of Toms Price the Wheaton store that has been a fixture on Front Street in the suburb since 1955. "It has been nearly...
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'Fall for Fashion' at Chicago Premium Outlets in AuroraAug 22, 2019 11:00 pm - It's that time of year for football season, leaves changing colors and fall fashion. Beginning Aug. 20 and running through Sept. 20, Chicago Premium Outlets is inviting ...
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Simon teams with Niantic to bring the magic of 'Harry Potter: Wizards Unite' to Chicago Premium OutletsAug 22, 2019 11:00 pm - Chicago Premium Outlets will feature an amplified "Harry Potter: Wizards Unite" game play experience in the United States with increased rewards and elusive enemies. Si...