Business

On Monday night, Opportunity DeKalb wrapped up the completion of programming for Breakthrough Community Business Academy's second cohort by hosting a graduation ceremony.

The event features coloring contests, farm animals from Happy Little Hooves, giveaways, Scoopie appearances, $6 Kid Meals, and touch-a-tractor.

Henry Ace Hardware is celebrating its grand opening Friday through Sunday.

The menu at Rivers Edge in Marseilles is Italian inspired with popular menu items including firecracker shrimp and their Brussels sprouts appetizer, the owners said.

After 34 years of providing eye care to patients, Dr. Donald Marion has retired.

Keegan Shirley owns Gleam Team, a commercial and residential window-washing business he runs with several of his friends and fellow Dixon High School athletes.

NSG Group recently announced its newest photovoltaic solar array at Pilkington, its Ottawa facility, which will supply about 3.9 gigawatt hours of renewable electricity annually.

A retail clothing and home goods department store is coming to Northland Shopping Center in DeKalb, according to a city announcement Wednesday.

Kenley Wilson, who will begin studying biology this fall at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with aspirations of becoming an optometrist, has been awarded the bank’s $5,000 Student of the Year scholarship.

Joliet Mayor Terry D'Arcy gives his first State of the City Address, says Joliet is being rebranded as a destination point

Got bud? The city of DeKalb wants to help one local dispensary in making that pitch to consumers easier to act on. DeKalb city leaders moved one step closer this week to allowing Excelleaf Dispensary, 305 E. Locust St., to open what its founders are calling a “tasting room.”

A grungy alternative to DeKalb County’s family entertainment and amusement industry will sling its final axe this weekend. Northern Axeposure, an indoor axe-throwing venue in Sycamore, will close after Sunday.

Inviting guests to take a step back in time to the grandeur and splendor of a bygone era, the Victorian Fox curated full-house rental in downtown St. Charles celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 27.

The city of Joliet has five proposals for former MyGrain space, and Mistwood wants to extend its lease at the Grand Ballroom.

Chet's Hair Studio took root on Jefferson Street 70 years ago and will celebrate its milestone anniversary on Sunday. The community is invited.

Stubbz Galley, located in the South Shore Boat Club, 2380 Water St., Peru was opened May 1, 2025, and offers a full menu for lunch and dinner.

A key U.S. inflation gauge slowed last month as President Donald Trump’s tariffs have yet to noticeably push up prices, while American incomes jumped

Discover Dixon has launched the city's 2025 banner design: “Rooted in Pride. Vision in Bloom. Future in Motion."

The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.2% annual pace from January through March, the first drop in three years

The new Joliet casino will open months ahead of schedule, Penn Entertainment said

A complete makeover transformed the former village hall building into the new breakfast and lunch restaurant, which soon will add a dinner menu for evening service. A free monthly breakfast for veterans is one of the special perks.

A federal trade court on Wednesday blocked President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency-powers law

Ladd Lanes, 212 S. Main St. in Ladd, announces its summer hours.

Trinkets & Treasures has opened in a newly renovated storefront at 409 E. Main St. in downtown Streator.

Biggby Coffee quick service coffee shop in Shorewood is now under new ownership, according to the village of Shorewood.

A Plainfield woman will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the “Longest Marathon as a Quiz Master.”

Sam’s Pizza is hosting a block party Sunday to celebrate 50 years.

Lois’ Kitchen farmstand is open for the season. She’ll have pies, breads, cookies, jams, jellies and pickles, among other items.

Gold Rice Authentic Tai Food has found a new location, but it’s not yet open.

Bolingbrook’s CosMc’s will close in late June, less than 2 years after opening with much hype, McDonald’s said in a statement.

A measure of Americans’ short-term expectations for their income, business conditions and the job market jumped 17.4 points to 72.8, but remained below 80, which can signal a recession ahead

Horizon House of Illinois Valley Inc. marked the culmination of the Horizon House United Future Building Project with an Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Janet & June is a boutique women’s clothing store owned by Sarah Bohm of Walnut. The store carries a vibrant collection of women’s clothing inspired by 90s and Y2K fashion, full of bold colors, fun patterns and statement pieces.

Shay’s Hair Studio opens in Peru

Fawcett’s Pharmacy recently announced new hours for Saturday.

Cravers in Lockport offers “authentic Gyro delights” and “crispy beef” options on a plentiful menu.

QuikTrip recently opened a new travel center on Weber Road in Romeoville.

Raynor Garage Doors raised a giant American flag Thursday, May 22, 2025, in tribute to country, community and legacy.

After 11 years, Amia Boutique in downtown La Salle will soon be closing its doors.

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to put a 25% tariff on Apple products unless iPhones are manufactured in the United States

SOL Inspired LLC and Lunar Waves LLC celebrated their new location at 2116 Fourth St., Peru.

The Lockport City Council granted final permission for the construction of a Wendy's restaurant near I-355.

A new Italian restaurant focusing on fresh pasta, wine and bringing a culinary twist to classic Italian dishes and drinks is opening at the former JJ’s Pub in Ottawa.

McDonald's, a Chicago-based fast food chain, has a new location coming to the intersection of Plank Road and Route 23 in northern Sycamore.

One plan commission member is questioning Plainfield’s Comprehensive Plan and how it relates to the addition of another residential development.

Charro Taco Mexican Restaurant will soon reopen in Ladd following 2023 fire.

Ottawa‘s Iniga Pizzeria is planning to open a second location in DeKalb.

Target also said that customer boycotts have also done some damage during the latest quarter. The company scaled back many diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in January

The baton at Benoit Greenhouses, a longtime, family-owned operation in Kankakee, has been passed to the next generation as the business celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.

Catch-a-Cajun, the food truck from the owners of the shuttered Cajun Connection of Utica, will not return this summer.