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Growing up, these twin sisters dreamed of starting their own business. Today, with the help of a friend, they've fulfilled that dream, creating a unique combination of clothing boutique, hair salon and spa. ...

Bob Lee embarks on the third leg of a U.S. bicycle ride to raise $1.5 million for three worthy causes. Learn how the community supported him this summer. ...

'Buy American' is more than a feel-good slogan for Deborah Leydig. It's a way of life, and of business. Discover this creative shop designed to help our neighbors. ...

NWQ travels to ROOF on theWit, a bar with an eagle's eye view of downtown Chicago, for this summer's fashion shoot. See inside for photos and exclusive video. ...

Thanks to new discoveries in technology and knowledge, heart surgery has undergone amazing advancements in the last decade. Discover some of the new techniques and treatments available. ...

For one weekend every year, the grounds of Makray Memorial Country Club become a landscape of classic cars. Just as these car enthusiasts restore and preserve our manufacturing heritage, they're also helping to preserve our open spaces. ...

Those little nuisances that we all suffer from — headaches, runny nose, sore joints — may be nothing, or they could be the signals of bigger troubles. Learn about some common pains and how they affect you. ...

Check out these unusual and inventive stores around our area. ...

While some homeowners are doing away with the formal living room, others embrace it with style. See how designers can help to bring a lot of living to this often underestimated room. ...