Evanston businesses took the Jan. 1 Illinois minimum wage increase to $15 an hour in stride.  January’s increase — a $1 growth from last year — capped the gradual rise of Illinois’ minimum...

Businesses around Evanston created festive storefront displays this holiday season. From painted wintery scenes to gold and silver tinsel to the latest winter fashion, every store had a unique take on...

For jewelry maker Marti De Boer, there’s almost nothing better than seeing her works appreciated and “adopted” into the care of others.  This summer, Downtown Evanston’s Thursday Night Markets...

Downtown Evanston is hosting an “InSidewalk Sale” featuring discounts and special offers from local vendors to help businesses clean out their stores. The sale takes place Friday to Sunday at the...

From jeans to jewelry to candles, Madison Grace is a shopping destination for all ages.  The boutique, which opened in downtown Evanston this April, specializes in approachable, wearable women’s...