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RTA proposes more bus and train service, fare hikes and stronger central agency as lawmakers prepare to debate future of transit

CTA trains every five to 10 minutes all day and better Metra service at midday, nights and weekends. One app for fares and transfers across services. Buses that can bypass traffic.
This is the vision for the future of transit set to be outlined Wednesday by Regional Transportation Authority Chairman Kirk Dillard at a lunch for the city’s business and political elite.

 

Walgreens closing five stores on South, West sides of Chicago

Walgreens plans to close five stores on the South and West sides of Chicago next month, drawing criticism from local leaders.
Four of the stores are on the South Side and one is on the West Side. The closings are part of the Deerfield-based retail pharmacy chain’s plan to shutter 1,200 stores over the next three years, as it struggles with operating losses and aims to cut costs.

 

Medical sales executive on Lakeside Bank board charged with fraud for allegedly selling mislabeled surgical products

A Mokena-based medical supplies executive who sits on the Lakeside Bank board is facing federal fraud charges for allegedly mislabeling and selling devices used in surgical procedures.
Anthony Iaderosa and his company, Synergy Surgical, are charged with removal of labeling on sutures, gauges and other products while the medical devices were held for sale, according to an indictment filed Monday in Chicago federal court.
Misbranding medical devices after shipment in interstate commerce is a felony under Food and Drug Administration regulations.

 

5 Common Diet Mistakes Experts Are Tired of People Making

We spoke to nutritional experts to discover which diet mistakes they want people to leave behind in the new year.

 

Best Internet Providers in Butler, Ohio

Looking for the best internet in Butler? Spectrum is the easy pick, but price increases after the first year may have you looking at other options.

 

6 Foods You Should Be Buying in Bulk, According to an Expert

The average shopper can save up to $1,000 in a year buying in bulk. Here are six staples you should be stocking up on.

 

Hinge's New AI Tool Wants to Help You Avoid Making a Bad Dating Profile

Stop writing that your biggest red flag is liking pineapple on pizza. Hinge's first AI coaching feature can help you come up with more creative, personal answers.

 

Add More to Your Savings With APYs Over 4%. Today's Savings Rates for Jan. 15, 2025

Several banks have already lowered rates this month, and that's likely to continue.

 

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