Olivia Dimmer | For the Sun-Times

The Kickstarter-backed mocktail bar called Solar Intentions will be joining a growing sober scene in Chicago.
Despite the price hikes due to inflation, wedding planners and couples shared that it’s still possible to pull off a dream wedding and stay within budget.
Feeling financially squeezed, some residents have been exploring an alternative path to homeownership.
Financing can be tricky when buying a property with friends or starting a housing cooperative, but here are a few tips to make the process smoother.