Welcome to The Buzz @ The BBB of Chicago & Northern Illinois

Be a sharp consumer - get the BBB Edge℠! BBB Edge℠ is a FREE monthly newsletter, filled with financial tips, the latest scam alerts, local news, special offers, and so much more - delivered directly to your inbox!

Stand out in a crowded and competitive marketplace. BBB Accreditation instantly tells people you’re a business they can trust. Apply today and see if your business has what it takes to earn The Sign of a Better Business℠.

The BBB Torch Awards are back for 2025! View our page by clicking the button below to nominate a business, apply, or learn more.  

On April 22, 2026 the Better Business Bureau will have proudly served Chicago and Northern Illinois for 100 years! View our page to see how you can join us in celebrating a century of trust.

From Anti-Cruelty's mission for animal welfare to Empire Today's iconic jingle, Nuts on Clark’s recipe for success, and our 2024 BBB Scholarship Recipients, this edition highlights the stories behind successful businesses and community leaders.

Get free quotes from trusted BBB Accredited businesses in your area. Simply click the button below to search business categories near your zip code. 

We're giving away free webcam covers for your computers. If you're interested, please fill out the form linked below. 

The Foundation of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago & Northern Illinois is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating and empowering consumers and businesses on marketplace trust. From students to seniors, the BBB Foundation presents on topics including cybersecurity, scams, and trust.

The Speakers Bureau for BBB Chicago and Northern Illinois can provide speakers for non-profit neighborhood groups, retirement organizations, business associations, and businesses. Our speakers discuss several topics relating to consumer and business scams, ethics, cybercrime as well as how the BBB has addressed marketplace issues for nearly 100 years. Request a speaker by clicking the link below. 

Finding BBB Accredited Businesses is fast, easy and free! From attorneys to car dealerships, landscapers and much more – Better Businesses commit to operating honestly and ethically. When the BBB connects people with businesses they can trust, everyone lives Happily Better After℠.

The Better Business Bureau and Financial Planning Association of Illinois have teamed up to bring you this FREE resource. Navigating the often complicated and confusing world of financial services can be tricky. This book aims to help you determine your financial planning needs. 

The BBB has teamed up with WBBM-AM Newsradio to bring you the Tip-Off to the Rip-Off series, dedicated to warning consumers about common scams.