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Will suburban landlords offer rent relief to commercial tenants?
Mar 31, 2020 4:39 PM - As COVID-19 restrictions enter their second calendar month, no clear trend has materialized as to whether shopping centers and other commercial landlords will offer rent flexibility to their directly affected tenants. -
St. Charles wants 'wow' factor on former police station site
Mar 30, 2020 5:30 AM - The former police station has been identified as St. Charles' next major redevelopment opportunity, a chance to create economic activity on what is otherwise a municipal campus. When it comes to determining what exactly the project should entail, however, aldermen would prefer to remain open-minded. -
With new owner in place, concerns remain over future of Stratford Square Mall
Mar 30, 2020 5:30 AM - Stratford Square Mall in Bloomingdale has a new owner, but its future is still uncertain. -
Venture out to the garden while sheltering in
Mar 29, 2020 7:00 AM - A lot of us are at home, following Gov. Pritzker's order to shelter in. But sheltering in doesn't mean we can't go outside to the garden. In fact, some fresh air may be just what we need. As long as the soil is dry enough to walk on, why not use the time to start cleaning up perennial borders? -
Design can't ignore the need for comfort
Mar 29, 2020 7:01 AM - After fighting against the "old man" recliner in my designs for many years, as I mature, I finally get it; people yearn for interiors that are guided by comfort. The most successful projects are those that are stylish and comfortable all at once. This is what creates a welcoming home environment. -
Homeowner confused about electrical report
Mar 29, 2020 6:00 AM - Q: According to my home inspector, our electrical service panel is used as a "raceway," whatever that means. He reported this as substandard wiring and recommended evaluation by a licensed electrician.
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Mix-and-match decor: In with the old ... and in with the new
Mar 28, 2020 7:00 AM - Mixing vintage and modern elements is one of the easier decorating techniques to employ. A little research can help with sourcing quality antiques, but combining old and new is mostly a matter of making sure the fun "found" pieces or family heirlooms get along with the contemporary components. -
Productive tasks to make you feel better about being stuck at home
Mar 28, 2020 7:00 AM - Now that the coronavirus has sent workers and students home, closed businesses and canceled events, it's going to be important to create new routines and find meaningful ways to spend our long days at home. -
How the pandemic can affect association board meetings
Mar 28, 2020 7:00 AM - The viris that causes COVID-19 has been declared a national emergency by the president of the United States, while the governor of Illinois has declared a state of emergency. This all gives association boards ample justification to postpone an upcoming annual meeting of the owners for the duration of this pandemic, or until the CDC guidance on gatherings of groups is lifted.
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Trump signs $2.2T stimulus after swift congressional votes
Mar 28, 2020 7:00 AM - A financial rescue bill signed by President Donald Trump worth an unprecedented $2.2 trillion will support businesses, rush resources to overburdened health care providers and help struggling families during the deepening coronavirus epidemic
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