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5 years after Britain left the EU, the full impact of Brexit is still emerging
Jan 31, 2025 7:33 am - Five years on, people and businesses are still wrestling with the economic, social and cultural aftershocks.
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US aid was long a lifeline for Eastern Europe. Trump freeze is sending shockwaves through the region
Jan 31, 2025 7:19 am - President Donald Trump’s abrupt freeze of U.S. foreign aid is sending shockwaves through Eastern Europe, leaving pro-democracy groups, independent media, civil society initiatives and local governments scrambling to make ends meet in a region often defined by rivalries between East and West.
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Lake County defense attorney Matthew Gebhardt receives 2025 Super Lawyers recognitionJan 30, 2025 10:01 pm - The Law Offices of Matthew R. Gebhardt recently announced that founding attorney Matthew Gebhardt has been named a 2025 Super Lawyer. Earning this recognition demonstrat...
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Elgin Area Chamber to honor businesses and volunteers at annual eventJan 30, 2025 8:55 pm - Elgin Area Chamber honors outstanding businesses and volunteers at annual meeting reception on Feb. 13, highlighting achievements and future plans.
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Northwest Community Healthcare cuts more than 100 jobs, discontinues inpatient psychiatric servicesJan 30, 2025 6:36 pm - More than 100 employees at Northwest Community Healthcare in Arlington Heights will be laid off due to cuts in psychiatric services and other areas.
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Sorting through fault in a water leak a messy issueJan 30, 2025 5:29 pm - When a water leak happens in a multiple-owner building, board members may need guidance to sort out where liability rests.
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US new-home sales jump at end of 2024 to post second annual gain
Jan 30, 2025 4:49 pm - Sales of new U.S. homes ended 2024 on a high note in December as customers took advantage of incentives from builders, leading to a second straight year of increased purchases.
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Civil rights activists call for a Target boycott after retailer backs away from diversity programs
Jan 30, 2025 4:03 pm - Civil rights activists gathered outside the headquarters of Target Corp. on Thursday to call for a national boycott of the retailing giant over its decision to phase out its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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Algonquin recognizes village businesses for contributionsJan 30, 2025 3:04 pm - The village of Algonquin recently announced the winners of the 2024 Algonquin Business Awards.
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Arlington Heights entrepreneur takes business CharCharms to ‘Shark Tank’Jan 30, 2025 2:59 pm - Arlington Heights resident Charlotte Trecartin turned her idea for colorful water bottle accessories into a multimillion-dollar brand, which soon will make an appearance on ABC’s “Shark Tank.”