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What's behind the widening gender wage gap in the US?
Oct 16, 2024 7:06 am - Although women who lost or left their jobs at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic have largely returned to the workforce, a recent finding points to the price many paid for stepping back: In 2023, the gender wage gap between men and women working full-time widened year-over-year for the first time in 20 years, according to an annual report from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Arlington Heights country club where Ray Kroc made business deals turns 100Oct 15, 2024 7:44 pm - It was where an Arlington Heights milkshake machine salesman persuaded reluctant businessmen to invest in his budding hamburger restaurant, and the likes of Arnold Palmer swung his clubs. So, too, did many women — just years after getting the right to vote.
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Buyer laments seller’s refusal to sellOct 15, 2024 7:33 pm - A buyer is upset that a deal fell through when the sellers changed their mind. But could it be a blessing in disguise?
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Verlo Mattress to host free educational event on accessible and alternative sleep optionsOct 15, 2024 7:12 pm - Verlo Mattress announced that its St. Charles franchisee will be hosting a free educational event aimed to empower the community with knowledge about accessible and alternative sleep options.
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‘The most beautiful word in the dictionary’: Trump touts tariffs at Chicago forumOct 15, 2024 7:11 pm - Former President Donald Trump touted the controversial power of tariffs to a receptive Economic Club of Chicago audience at a downtown appearance Tuesday.
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London Skye men’s and women’s apparel and gifts plans grand opening in downtown WheatonOct 15, 2024 6:21 pm - Contemporary boutique London Skye has found a new home at 126 N. Hale St. in downtown Wheaton.
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Will South Barrington officials recommend approval of church plans?Oct 15, 2024 2:12 pm - A public hearing about plans to build a church and school in South Barrington is scheduled to resume Wednesday.
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Recent home and property salesOct 15, 2024 1:53 pm - Cook County property transfers for April 23 to June 6, 2024
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Chick-fil-A coming soon, part of new developments in St. Charles
Oct 15, 2024 10:55 am - An uptick in east side development, a grand opening date for the new Chick-fil-A and a booming industrial sector were highlights of the 2024 St. Charles City Update.
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BBB alert: Beware of Medicare scammers during open enrollmentOct 15, 2024 10:33 am - As Medicare Open Enrollment begins Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7, the Better Business Bureau urges those eligible to stay vigilant against potential scams.