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Grand Crossing Neighborhood Fears Blight With Sears Closing
The original “Sears tower” can’t be missed from the Skyway, and below it sits the 90-year-old Sears store – a fixture in the Grand Crossing neighborhood. But it’s soon to be gone, CBS 2′s Dana Kozlov reports.
After 136 Years, Family-Owned Business Closing In Chicago
Peter Strasenburgh is the fifth-generation president of his family’s 136-year-old business, Davies Supply Co. He’s also the one overseeing its end. CBS 2′s Dana Kozlov reports.
Caribou Coffee Leaving Chicago Area
The Minneapolis-based chain says it’s closing most of its 18 Chicago area stores effective Sunday for business reasons.
Waukegan YMCA Closes Its Doors
It’s a letdown, especially hard on the kids. As many as 40 of them are there daily before or after school, most having nowhere else to go. CBS 2′s Chris Martinez reports.
House Of Fine Chocolates To Close After Nearly 70 Years In East Lakeview
Broadway is undergoing a continuing transformation with an assortment of new businesses in the East Lakeview neighborhood, but meanwhile, an old, familiar establishment now is set to close after almost 70 years in operation.
Charlie Trotter’s Serves Its Last Meal
You couldn’t tell that an era was ending just by looking at Charlie Trotter’s fabled kitchen. Cooks were hard at work as usual, preparing another magnificent meal.
Chili Mac’s Restaurant To Close After 21 Years In East Lakeview
While an assortment of new businesses are bringing a renaissance to Broadway in the East Lakeview neighborhood, neighbors will soon say goodbye to one popular local establishment after more than 20 years in operation.
Thorndale Red Line Stop To Close For Renovations
The Chicago Transit Authority is set to close the Thorndale Red Line ‘L’ station Friday night, as part of its program to give facelifts to seven stops along the North Side leg of the line.
State Agrees To Halt Transfers From Prisons Set To Close
The state’s largest public employee union has won a short-term victory, with the state agreeing to temporarily stop moving inmates from prisons scheduled to close.
8 Volatile Criminals Moved As Tamms Supermax Prison Prepares To Close
Eight of the state’s more volatile criminals were moved Thursday from the Tamms Superman prison downstate.
Sara Lee Bakery Outlets Will Close Under Corporate Split
Sara Lee’s impending split into two companies means the end of its bakery outlet stores. The 11 stores nationwide, including two in Chicago and seven in the suburbs, will close by the end of November.
Downstate Museum Honoring Sen. Paul Simon To Close
A Southern Illinois museum that honors the late Illinois U.S. Senator Paul Simon is closing at the end of the month.
Dwight Village President: Quinn’s Plan To Close Prisons Is A Bargaining Ploy
Angry reaction is erupting from Gov. Pat Quinn’s order to close down several Illinois prisons, including the women’s correctional center in Dwight.
Fullerton Avenue To Close All Day Saturday As Children’s Memorial Moves
A full 130 years after opening its first facility in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, Children’s Memorial Hospital is leaving the neighborhood behind for a shiny new facility in Streeterville.
Felony Franks Closes, Plans To Relocate To NW Side
Felony Franks – the hot dog stand with the Misdemeanor Wieners and a staff of ex-felons – shut down Monday afternoon.
Granville Red Line Stop To Close For Major Overhaul
Get ready for what could be weeks of delays on the CTA Red Line, as closures for station upgrades start this weekend with the Granville stop.
At Least One School Closing During NATO Summit, Others Weighing Options
It’s two weeks away from the NATO summit, and at least one Chicago private school has already made the decision not to open Monday May 21. Another is considering putting up a fence, CBS 2′s Dorothy Tucker reports.
Chicago’s Last 2 Coal Plants To Shut Down Early
Chicago’s last coal-fired power plants will close earlier than expected.
Report: Loyola May Close A Block Of Kenmore Avenue Permanently
Loyola University may permanently close a block-long stretch of Kenmore Avenue just south of campus, and some students are not happy about it.
Billy Goat Tavern To Close Location At Washington And Franklin
The Billy Goat Tavern is closing its location in the northwest section of the Loop.
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