NORTHBROOK - Cannabis Facility Construction is starting construction of a new recreational and medical cannabis dispensary for Greenhouse. Located at 755 Skokie Blvd. in Northbrook, the new dispensary will be a national flagship location for the bra...

24 Hour Fitness Worldwide Inc. sought court protection from its creditors, unable to keep up with debt payments after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down gyms nationwide. The fitness chain also said it plans to close more than 130 of its locations, incl...

The North Suburban YMCA is collecting used laptop computers (with charging cords) to donate to children in the Chicagoland area who do not receive laptops from their schools. This will enable e-learning and help kids receive online tutoring. Drop of...

COVID-19 has run some companies out of business. But for Ramcel, which has been stamping precision metal parts in Northbrook for 69 years, the pandemic led to a new product. The Dr. Stepper hands-free door opener allows people to open a door by usin...

Coronavirus deaths linked to Illinois long-term care facilities increased by 380 over the last week, bringing the number of people who have died to at least 3,433, according to state data released Friday. While all four regions of the state are on t...

During a time when virtual lessons and events are commonplace, nonprofit Bravo Waukegan puts a new spin on virtual learning by offering a free virtual summer program to District 60 Waukegan Public Schools students. Bravo Buddies takes place June 15 ...

Preparations are being made for the limited opening of two Palatine Park District outdoor pools. Executive Director Mike Clark said the park board approved the filling of Birchwood and Eagle pools, which officials hope to have ready for limited use ...