Business

Welsh-Ryan Arena. Until 2021 the University can host for-profit concerts and professional sport events at the arena, but all events have been put on hold because of COVID-19.

“Why should we trust you?”: Despite pandemic complications, residents remain opposed to for-profit events at Welsh-Ryan Arena, citing distrust with Northwestern

September 25, 2020

Matt Wechsler founded Village Farmstand. The storefront opened its doors on Dempster Street in August.

Village Farmstand brings locally grown food to the Main-Dempster Mile

September 24, 2020

The Evanston Water Plant, 555 Lincoln St. Evanston began providing Lincolnwood with water on August 1.

Lincolnwood completes construction project connecting to Evanston water supply

September 23, 2020

After Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a state-wide mask mandate in May, Evanston business owners started selling masks in addition to their usual wares.

Face masks 411: When to wear and where to buy in Evanston

September 22, 2020

Downtown Evanston. During COVID-19, retailers have had to pivot their business methods to serve customers and stay afloat.

Amid a pandemic and a recession, retail businesses pivot to serve customers

September 20, 2020