FOOD CO-OPS l The opening date announcement for Prairie Food Co-op is big news for community grocery fans in general, especially those in Chicago's western suburbs

FOOD CO-OPS l If Matt Weschler should ever want to produce a documentary about his tenure as general manager of Chicago's Wild Onion Market co-op, he could do it himself...

FOOD CO-OPS l At long last, the Chicago Market co-op has its construction permit — but needs to close a budget cap to begin its buildout...

FOOD CO-OPS l If you have the skills to run a co-op grocery store, the under-construction Prairie Food Co-op near Chicago has a job for you

CHEF PHILANTHROPY l Chicago Chefs Cook plans fundraiser for L.A. fire victims, plus good food news from around the Chicago region...

FOOD CO-OPS l The Harvest Festival at Chicago's Wild Onion Market was fun. It also underscored co-ops' role as farmers market season wanes.

FOOD CO-OPS l Wild Onion Market, Chicago's newest co-op, is holding a Harvest Festival this Saturday... and is hiring a Produce Lead...

FOOD CO-OPS l Wild Onion Market — Chicago's newest cooperative grocery store — will be holding a Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 26.

FOOD CO-OPS l Chicago's Wild Onion Co-op has its commitment to local food painted on its wall, and it's keeping its promise on the shelves..

FOOD CO-OPS l Wild Onion Market, Chicago's newest co-op grocery store, is preparing for its Grand Opening celebration on July 27...