Naperville Sun

Healthy eating a mom’s job at Two Mothers Foods

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:32:22 -0500

Naperville business owner Christy Kabbani has a vision as well as a sense of timing that seems to defy traditional viewpoints — which is what makes her story about herself and her business “Two Mothers Foods” even more charming.

Ben Bernanke forecasts gains from computer technology

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:36:44 -0500

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Saturday that pessimists forecasting that the economy will not reap sizable benefits from the computer revolution are likely to be proven wrong.

Texas sues BP for damages related to oil spill

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:04:01 -0500

HOUSTON (AP) — Texas on Friday became the fifth state to sue British oil company BP over the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, seeking damages related to the worst offshore oil spill in U.S. history.

Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the US economy

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:58:23 -0500

NEW YORK (AP) — Encouraging news about the U.S. economy extended the stock market’s rally Friday. A gauge of future economic activity rose more than analysts had expected, as did a measure of consumer confidence, adding to evidence that the economy is steadily recovering.

Falling yen to make Japan’s goods more affordable

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:36:00 -0500

Attention, bargain-hunters around the world: Japanese goods — from cars to televisions — are going on sale. Credit Japan’s drive to pump cash into its economy to stimulate growth. The extra money is helping shrink the value of the yen.

Bank of Montreal ordered to fix oversight lapses

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:44:00 -0500

Federal regulators are ordering the Bank of Montreal to take steps to correct lapses in oversight that could allow the bank to be used for money laundering.

Rising consumer demand aids organic industry sway

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:12:02 -0500

The organic food industry is gaining clout on Capitol Hill, prompted by rising consumer demand and its entry into traditional farm states. But that isn’t going over well with everyone in Congress.

Gauge of US economy’s future health up in April

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:44:19 -0500

A measure of the U.S. economy’s future health rose solidly in April, buoyed by a sharp rise in applications to build homes and a better job market.

New management firm launches in Naperville

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:00:24 -0500

WindRock Wealth Management, an independent investment management firm, launched their Naperville based operation in late April at 29 South Webster St., suite 350. Brett K. Rentmeester, president, founded WindRock to cater to a changing investment climate locally, nationally and even internationally. Teaming up with Christopher Casey, managing director, seemed a natural step in the careers of both. “We feel strongly that the state of the world is on a different path,” said Rentmeester. “Worldwide, governments are reacting to economic weakness with unprecedented spending, debt issuance, and intervention in the economy. Potential customers can browse the company’s website at windrockwealth.com for …

RV company’s new owner to close northern Indiana plant

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:16:01 -0500

The new owner of Monaco RV plans to shut down a 520-worker northern Indiana factory and shift its production work to another Indiana plant.

Illinois jobless rate dips to 9.3 percent in April

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:12:01 -0500

Illinois’ unemployment rate improved slightly in April, dipping to 9.3 percent compared to 9.5 percent in March. Even so, Illinois’ unemployment rate remains well above the national average of 7.5 percent.

How loyalty programs influence the way you shop

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:01 -0500

Loyalty programs at supermarkets used to be as simple as getting access to the cheaper advertised prices on store shelves. Today, companies are using shoppers’ purchasing histories to offer more personalized deals.

Canada prime minister on pipeline plan: Oil to come anyway

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:58:02 -0500

Canada’s prime minister says a controversial oil pipeline from his country to the U.S. Gulf Coast “absolutely needs to go ahead” and warns that the oil will be transported through one way or the other.

Ticketmaster settles rewards lawsuit for $23M

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:56:00 -0500

Ticketmaster has agreed to settle claims for up to $23 million over a lawsuit affecting more than a million people who, after buying a ticket online, were enrolled in a rewards program that cost $9 a month but never gave them any benefits.

Naperville building permits from Jan. 27 to Feb. 3

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:04:02 -0500

The following building permits were issued in Naperville between Jan. 27 and Feb. 3, 2013 They are presented as they appear in public records. Permit: Commercial - cad Address: 1763 Freedom Dr 101, Naperville Issue date: Jan. 28 Issued to: Harp Krug Venture Contractor: Sreenivasa Potis Permit covers: Green chili Improvement value: $5,000 Permit: Commercial - cad Address: 1804 N Naper Bl 200, Naperville Issue date: Jan. 28 Issued to: Extreme Properties L L C Contractor: Roc/Suburban Naperville LLC Permit covers: K. hovnanian home builders Improvement value: $132,000 Permit: Commercial - cad Address: 10 Martin Av 202, Naperville Issue date: …

American will favor passengers without roller bags

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:30:01 -0500

American Airlines said Thursday people carrying just a personal item that fits under the seat — no rolling suitcase — will be allowed to board before most other passengers.