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Crain’s Chicago Business unveils its 2025 Women of Influence, spotlighting dynamic female leaders shaping Chicago’s business landscape. This annual list honors their innovation, leadership, and impact across industries.
An Afghan immigrant in Chicago has found success by importing and selling premium saffron from his homeland. His business bridges cultures while introducing Americans to a prized Afghan spice.
Penny Pritzker’s role at Harvard faces scrutiny amid rising concerns over her leadership. Chicago alumni closely monitor developments, signaling potential shifts in the university’s governance, Crain’s Chicago Business reports.
Econic Partners has expanded to Chicago, securing office space in the iconic Diamond building. This move marks a significant step in the firm’s growth strategy, enhancing its presence in the Midwest market.
Chicago-based VC firm Emerging has invested in F&B Insights, backing the AI-driven startup to enhance data analytics in the food and beverage sector. This move highlights Emerging’s commitment to AI innovation.
Crain’s Chicago Business has announced its annual “Best Places to Work” list, highlighting top companies in the region known for exceptional employee satisfaction, benefits, and workplace culture.
Two Chicago hospitals have been ranked among the nation’s top 20 in the latest annual report, highlighting the city’s growing reputation for excellence in healthcare, according to Crain’s Chicago Business.
Realtors are pushing back against a plan to fund the CTA with real estate taxes, arguing it could hurt the housing market. The debate intensifies as officials seek solutions to the transit system’s financial struggles.
Downtown Chicago rental prices surge as new housing supply dwindles. With fewer developments in the pipeline, demand outpaces availability, driving up costs for tenants across the city’s core, reports Crain’s Chicago Business.
Chicago saw a significant impact as businesses closed and shoppers stayed home during the “Day Without Immigrants” protest. Demonstrators condemned Trump’s immigration policies amid ongoing ICE raids, highlighting community tensions.
Inside one grower’s long wait for a payoff in Illinois’ weed industry reveals the challenges of navigating licensing delays, regulatory hurdles, and market uncertainty as the state’s legal cannabis market slowly takes root.
A retired United Airlines executive has sold their lakefront Winnetka home for nearly $9.5 million, marking a significant transaction in the local luxury real estate market, according to Crain’s Chicago Business.
A new startup has joined Chicago’s expanding quantum campus, aiming to develop its own quantum computer. This move underscores the city’s rising role as a hub for quantum technology innovation.
Exclusive data reveals that recent tariff disputes have significantly shaken consumer confidence in Chicago, impacting spending habits and local businesses. The Business Journals explores how trade tensions ripple through the economy.
Chicago’s top power dining destinations unveiled: seven premier spots perfect for breakfast meetings, client lunches, and after-work cocktails, blending ambiance and business in the city’s vibrant culinary scene.
A Texas-based firm has acquired Near North Side apartments in Chicago for $32 million, marking a significant investment in the city’s residential real estate market, according to Crain’s Chicago Business.
Waterton has appointed the head of a Blackstone portfolio company as its new chief investment officer, signaling a strategic move to strengthen its investment leadership, Crain’s Chicago Business reports.
A developer has secured financing for a new retail center in Bannockburn, signaling a boost in local commercial growth. The project aims to attract key retailers and enhance the community’s shopping options.
Chicago banks are intensifying their focus on commercial real estate lending, doubling down on one of the sector’s hottest markets. This move highlights confidence in local economic recovery and development, reports Crain’s Chicago Business.
Vocal unveils the top 20 SEO companies in Chicago for 2025, spotlighting industry leaders driving digital growth. These firms excel in boosting online visibility and delivering measurable results for local businesses.