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For Japan's new leader, the key to connecting with Trump could be a Ford F-150 truck
Oct 27, 2025 7:45 am - President Donald Trump opened his visit to Japan on Monday with greetings from the emperor a day before he meets new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who is banking on building a friendly personal relationship with the U.S. leader to ease trade tensions.
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Sellers misrepresented illegal gas lineOct 26, 2025 2:00 am - After purchasing a condo, we discovered the gas line was improperly installed. Are the sellers responsible for replacing it, or must we swallow the cost?
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The Biz Week That Was: Liberty restaurant marks 50 years, home sales on rise, and new planned housing projectsOct 25, 2025 1:04 pm - ‘It’s not labor — it’s love’: Liberty Restaurant celebrating 50 years of family ownership in Libertyville The Liberty Restaurant, a popular family restaurant at 419 ...
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How viral wellness challenge can help your finances, too
Oct 25, 2025 12:56 pm - As the end of 2025 approaches, a viral TikTok trend is helping people achieve their wellness goals: “The Great Lock In" encourages participants to finish the year strong by fully focusing on their life goals. Many people focus on exercise or eating healthier. But the trend can also help you achieve your financial goals.
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Suburban businesses should beware new taxes disguised as ‘solutions’Oct 25, 2025 12:30 pm - Suburban business owners long have depended on and contributed to Chicago’s economy. Three major proposals could shape the economic landscape before the year ends: a tax-laden fix for the transit deficit, a proposed business head tax and new levies on the tech sector.
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State leaders celebrate women entrepreneurs who bring in $165B in yearly revenueOct 25, 2025 12:24 pm - The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is celebrating National Women's Business Month throughout October by recognizing the significant contributions of women-owned businesses across the state.
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After HoursOct 25, 2025 12:17 pm - Send photos of business events to afterhours@dailyherald.com.
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Entrepreneurs achieve more with the right partnerOct 25, 2025 12:15 pm - Strong businesses are driven by leaders who understand how to turn success into staying power. Maintaining growth, adapting to change, and preparing for the future requires more than determination. It takes experience, vision, and trusted partnerships that strengthen every decision.
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The gilded age of private equity for the masses
Oct 25, 2025 12:09 pm - For most people, it’s natural to assume that if something is exclusive to the wealthiest echelons of society, it must be better. But investors should be wary when fund marketers talk about “democratizing investing” or opening access to areas previously only available to the elite.
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America may run out of Christmas decor this year. Here’s why.
Oct 25, 2025 1:53 am - If you’re hoping to deck your halls with boughs of (faux) holly, now would be the time to head to the store. A potential shortage of artificial trees, wreaths, garlands and other seasonal adornments is looming thanks to a tariff-induced frenzy that caused companies to pause or cancel imports during peak manufacturing season, industry experts warn.