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Crain’s Headlines: Lobbying Activities of Exelon, ComEd Under Investigation
The Securities and Exchange Commission has opened an investigation of Exelon and ComEd’s lobbying activities. The U.S. attorney’s office in Chicago also is probing the lobbying practices of the two companies in Illinois.
Crain’s Headlines: Beer Giant Moving US Headquarters to Chicago
Chicago is adding another high-profile corporate headquarters to its roster, though it’s not quite clear what it means for area jobs.
Crain’s Headlines: Business Slowing for Chicago-Based Grubhub
Shares in Grubhub fell about 40% Tuesday afternoon. The Chicago-based company says the online food-ordering and delivery business is slowing.
Crain’s Headlines: Cost-Cutting at Walgreens Prompts Corporate Job Cuts
The company didn’t say how many people were let go, but a Tribune report pegged the number at 100 employees at its Deerfield headquarters.
Crain’s Headlines: No CTA Fare Hikes for Now
The Chicago Transit Authority’s budget has no plans for fare hikes or service reduction in 2020, but ridership on CTA buses and trains has been steadily declining since a 2012 peak.
Professional Mediator Offers Tips for Better Negotiations
As the city and the Chicago Teachers Union try to hammer out a contract agreement, we explore common strategies and pitfalls in any negotiation with professional mediator Teresa Frisbie.
Crain’s Headlines: Bill Daley Leaves Bank of New York Mellon
Bill Daley has left Bank of New York Mellon after less than six months as vice chairman. He started there following his loss in Chicago’s mayoral election earlier this year.
Crain’s Headlines: McDonald’s Struggling to Attract US Customers
Amid fierce fast-food competition, McDonald’s home market lost momentum in the latest quarter. Bloomberg reports that same-store sales rose 5.9% globally, but the Chicago-based fast food giant is struggling to attract customers in the U.S.
Crain’s Headlines: More Problems for Troubled Ford Factory
The Ford plant on the city’s Far South Side has been causing some big headaches for the automaker, which is expected to report lower profits this week in a third quarter earnings report.
Chicago Teachers Strike Enters Day 3 as Monday Classes Canceled
Negotiators for Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union failed to come to a contract agreement despite weekend bargaining sessions, though both sides agree progress has been made.
Crain’s Headlines: Northwestern’s $10M Grant to Prevent Opioid Deaths
A Northwestern researcher known for developing wearable technology has received a $10 million federal grant to create a potentially life-saving implantable device for people with opioid use disorder.
Crain’s Headlines: Departed Exelon CEO Gets $7.7M Retirement Package
Former Exelon CEO Anne Pramaggiore is in line for $7.7 million in benefits after her abrupt resignation Tuesday amid a federal investigation of the company’s Springfield lobbying practices.
Crain’s Headlines: Lightfoot Floats New Chicago Casino Plan
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is floating a new plan to make the Chicago casino a property owned jointly by the city and the state. But the idea is getting a cool reception in Springfield.
Crain’s Headlines: Boeing Removes CEO From Chairman Role
Boeing announced that it has stripped CEO Dennis Muilenburg of his title as chairman of the board, a move the company says will allow him to focus more on fixing its troubled 737 Max jets.
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