Visitors were treated to a one-stop-shop of block party vendors and were able to fill out block party applications.
Category: Clear-Ridge Reporter Business
Comings & Goings: Zemsky’s to close Chicago and Evergreen Park stores
Zemsky’s announced last week that it has begun inventory liquidation sales at both locations, at 4181 S. Archer Ave. in Chicago and Evergreen Park Plaza.
Chicago bans hemp edibles but allows beverages in compromise vote
Chicago aldermen voted 32-16 to allow hemp beverages, topical products and additives, while banning edibles.
Car slams into beloved Beverly record shop on New Year’s Day
A car crashed into Beverly Phono Mart early New Year’s Day, damaging the popular Southwest Side record store.
State grocery tax to end, but local taxes take effect Jan. 1
Illinois’ statewide 1% grocery tax will go away on Jan. 1, though most shoppers in the southwest suburbs will continue to be charged.
City Council defies mayor, passes alternative budget
The Chicago City Council passed an alternative 2026 budget Saturday on a 30-19 vote that aldermen called a historic assertion of council independence.
New transit bill heads off fare hikes, service cuts
A yearslong effort to overhaul and improve funding for Chicago’s public transportation agencies crossed the finish line last week.
Anita Cummings retiring after 40 years leading United Business Association of Midway
After 40 years at the helm, Anita Cummings is retiring from her leadership role in the United Business Association of Midway.
Daycare proposed for New Warsaw property in Clearing
Residents gathered at the Clearing Branch Library last month to hear more about a daycare planned for the New Warsaw Restaurant property.
Southwest Siders celebrate Dia de los Muertos
The celebration brought together the Mexican community in Clear-Ridge and the greater Midway area to remember loved ones.
