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Invenergy has urged former President Trump to reconsider plans to cancel an $11 billion power line project, emphasizing its importance for energy infrastructure and economic growth, as reported by Crain’s Chicago Business.
Chicago’s digital marketing landscape is evolving rapidly in 2025. From AI-powered analytics to immersive AR campaigns, local businesses are leveraging cutting-edge trends to engage consumers and drive growth.
Fragomen was honored at the FACC Midwest Chicago Business Awards for its outstanding role in expanding operations in France, highlighting the firm’s commitment to global business growth and cross-border expertise.
Federal budget cuts have slashed grant funding, jeopardizing critical research projects across Illinois. Scientists warn that these reductions threaten innovation and economic growth in the region.
Chicago is set to host top business conferences in 2024, featuring industry leaders and innovative sessions. The American Council on Education highlights can’t-miss events driving growth and collaboration across sectors.
Chicago’s oldest family-owned business, featured by WBEZ Chicago, has thrived for over a century. Rooted in tradition, it highlights the city’s rich entrepreneurial history and enduring family legacies.
Two veteran retail brokers have left JLL to join Newmark, marking a significant shift in Chicago’s commercial real estate scene. Their move underscores growing competition among top brokerage firms.
Tech jobs in Chicago declined in 2024, reflecting industry shifts and economic challenges. The Business Journals reports the city faces layoffs and hiring slowdowns, prompting concerns about the local tech sector’s growth.
The Violet Hour, a staple cocktail lounge in Wicker Park, has closed after 18 years. Known for its craft drinks and intimate ambiance, the closure marks the end of an era in Chicago’s vibrant nightlife scene.
Chicago companies are reshaping the business landscape with innovative practices, inclusive cultures, and tech-driven strategies. This shift is positioning the city as a hub for modern commerce and growth.
Vetter Pharma has broken ground on a $285 million state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near O’Hare International Airport, aiming to boost production capacity and create new jobs in the region.
The future of manufacturing lies in Chicago, but success depends on collaboration among businesses, government, and workforce development. Building this together can revitalize the industry and drive economic growth, says Crain’s Chicago Business.
An Afghan immigrant in Chicago has found success selling premium saffron sourced directly from Afghanistan. His business bridges cultures while supporting local farmers back home, highlighting immigrant entrepreneurship in the U.S. market.
A Chicago electrical contractor has secured a financial partner to fuel its growth ambitions. The collaboration aims to expand operations and boost innovation in a competitive market, marking a pivotal step in the company’s development.
The SBA’s decision to scale back operations in Chicago shifts responsibility to state and city leaders to address small business support and economic growth challenges, underscoring local action’s critical role.
Senator Tammy Duckworth warns Chicago risks a Los Angeles-style National Guard deployment amid rising violence. She urges preventive measures to avoid militarized intervention in the city’s streets.
A Kirkland & Ellis pro bono lawyer has departed for Jones Day shortly after working on a legal deal involving Donald Trump, sources tell Crain’s Chicago Business. The move highlights ongoing shifts in top legal talent.
A Winnetka mansion sold for $12 million in 2025, marking the highest residential sale price in the area this year, Crain’s Chicago Business reports. The deal highlights strong demand in luxury real estate.
A business-backed group has raised $10 million to influence City Hall policies, aiming to drive economic growth and reshape Chicago’s political landscape, Crain’s Chicago Business reports.
Business leaders in Chicago are falling short of local expectations, according to a recent Crain’s Chicago Business report. Community members express frustration over unmet promises and calls for greater accountability.