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Crain’s Headlines: 1871 Parent Acquires Illinois Technology Association
Two Chicago nonprofits that offer training and support to local tech firms have struck a deal to create a one-stop shop for them.
The Changing Role of the American President
Much has been said about the ways President Donald Trump is changing the presidency. On this Presidents Day, we look back at the ways the presidency evolved before Trump moved into the White House.
Crain’s Headlines: Clayco Finalizing Big Buy in Fulton Market District
A fast-growing construction and design firm is buying almost a full city block near the eastern end of the Fulton Market District.
Crain’s Headlines: Bolingbrook Mayor Won’t Support Amazon Plan
Amazon’s push to build a massive network of warehouses to store and distribute goods may be moving into Bolingbrook, but the town’s mayor isn’t thrilled about it.
Crain’s Headlines: Suit Claims Google Violated Illinois Privacy Law
The same Illinois privacy law that recently led Facebook to settle a class-action lawsuit for $550 million could trip up Google as well.
WTTW, WFMT Trustee Marvin Goldsmith Dies at 84
Marvin Goldsmith, who served for decades on the board of WWCI, the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, died Thursday. He was 84 years old.
Crain’s Headlines: Traffic at Midway Drops to 20-Year Lows
Traffic at Midway Airport dropped last year to its lowest level in two decades—and the decline is likely to continue as long as the Boeing 737 Max is grounded.
Crain’s Headlines: Brookfield Zoo President to Step Down
No departure date has yet been set for Stuart Strahl, who announced to his board of trustees that he is heading for the exit after 17 years at the helm.
Crain’s Headlines: United Buys Flight School to Tackle Pilot Shortage
The Chicago-based airline says it’s purchasing Westwind School of Aeronautics in Phoenix to tackle a talent pipeline problem that it will face for at least a decade.
Crain’s Headlines: Sagging High-End Home Sales in 2020
Not a single home in the Chicago area sold for $4 million or more in January. It’s another piece of evidence that the top of the residential real estate market has sagged dramatically.
Social Life Without the Buzz? It’s the ‘Sober Curious’ Movement
Taking a break from alcohol after the holidays has become known as the “dry January” trend. But now that January is over, some people are extending their sobriety, trying out a social life that’s not dependent on alcohol.
Crain’s Headlines: Tribune Publishing Names New CEO
Tribune Publishing said it has named finance chief Terry Jimenez as its new CEO, succeeding Timothy Knight, who will leave the company after a year in the top job.
WBEZ Reporters Find Rise in Unaccompanied Minors Crossing Mexican Border
A year after the start of the “Remain in Mexico” policy, we talk with a Chicago reporter returning from a border town.
Crain’s Headlines: United Scales Back Flights to China
The Chicago-based airline is reducing flights from the U.S. to China as the coronavirus outbreak worsens.
Crain’s Headlines: Massive Funding Deal for Chicago Catholic Schools
The Archdiocese of Chicago has struck a deal with a nonprofit backed by some of the city’s wealthiest donors to help address its financial challenges.
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