LL Flooring, once a familiar name in the world of hardwood floors, is closing all its stores. This comes after the company filed for bankruptcy just a month ago and couldn't find a buyer. What led a company with over 400 stores just a year ago to this point? LL Flooring's story is a reminder that
Downtown Joliet is facing a parking headache thanks to ongoing construction. Businesses like CUT 158 Chophouse are feeling the pinch, reporting a 60% drop in customers. In a bid to entice diners back, the owner, Bill Dimitroulas, is offering free valet parking not just for his restaurants but for
Qualcomm, the company known for its ARM chips in smartphones, is reportedly eyeing a major move: buying Intel's struggling PC business. This shakeup could rewrite the rules of the PC game, giving Qualcomm a foothold in the x86 world while Intel refocuses on its AI and chip manufacturing ambitions.
This fall, Hollywood is pulling out all the stops with a mix of movies aimed at capturing your attention – but will they succeed in a season dominated by political headlines? With everything from historical epics like Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" to the musical magic of "Wicked!" and "Moana 2," t
Lily Fontaine and her bandmates are flipping the script on what it means to be an indie rock star. With their debut album "This Could Be Texas," they've proven that sometimes the most unlikely teachers make for the best lessons. But let's rewind a bit. How did these former dream poppers become funk
Is renting everything really the new normal? A recent survey by Intuit Credit Karma suggests it might be, with 28% of adults routinely renting goods and services, and a whopping 47% when it comes to housing. But is this shift driven solely by affordability, or is there more to the story? The survey
Looking for love on dating apps? Be warned, some careers might make it harder to find that special someone. Think long shifts, unpredictable schedules, and maybe even a dash of sleep deprivation. A recent survey revealed some jobs that are less than appealing to potential partners. Could your ca
Ben Foster takes on the role of Josh in 'Sharp Corner,' a seemingly ordinary man whose life takes a dark turn when a series of fatal car accidents begin to occur in his front yard. The film, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, explores the unsettling underbelly of the 'perfec
Imagine this: a side of beef bigger than a classroom desk, and a group of high school students wielding sawblades, ready to tackle it. This isn't just a scene from a cooking show; it's the Food Education Fund in action, aiming to inject diversity into the world of fine dining. But are these hands-
Picture this scenario: You're a young finance bro in your mid-20s, fresh out of college and ready to take on the world. But there's one problem - NYC rents are astronomical! Most studios go for around $5k a month, leaving you with little space and even less cash flow. But then, a lightbulb goes of
