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Get a head start on tomorrow during your commute home today. Listen to our roundup of essential Chicago headlines and analysis from Crain’s reporters and host Amy Guth. Presented by Wintrust.

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    The shaky state of U.S. democracy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2026 23:42


    Crain's contributor Judith Crown joins host Jeanne Sparrow for a conversation about where U.S. democracy stands, the focus of the most recent Crain's Forum.Plus: Chicago's City Council opens a new chapter in the infamous parking meter saga, AI pricing comes to McDonald's, pushback on Illinois' tax breaks for Hollywood, and the Loop tower Sidley Austin is leaving heads to market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    An $85 million bet on in-house AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2026 20:13


    A Chicago tech company has raised $85 million in venture capital as it rides the wave of interest in generative AI. Crain's technology reporter John Pletz joins host Jeanne Sparrow to talk about why Chicago is primed for more of this sector's investment.Plus: The last-minute push to squeeze more out of Stonepeak's parking meter deal, AbbVie pursues AI-led drug discoveries, a Bay Area cyber-security firm expands to Fulton Market, and Northern Trust joins ETF conversion boom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The effort to fix Illinois' big biotech problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2026 20:40


    Crain's healthcare reporter Jon Asplund joins host Jeanne Sparrow to discuss how Illinois is fighting keep the biotechs born here from leaving the state.Plus: Organized labor backs Amtrak's plan for a new maintenance facility in Bridgeport, Pritzker wants data center legislation in the veto session, more declines in CPS enrollment and another vote delayed in Chicago's parking meter sale. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Eyeing neighbor cities' housing playbooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2026 51:38


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Jeanne Sparrow to talk news from the local market, including the innovative ways other Midwestern cities are driving new home construction.Plus: A Florida business group takes a billboard swipe at Pritzker, federal credit unions are now exempt from Illinois' swipe fee law, Astellas looks to sell its Northbrook headquarters, and Attorney General Kwame Raoul claims victory for non-citizens receiving social services. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Defunct Chicago firm at center of fight over life insurance bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2026 22:44


    A Chicago academic's business of projecting life expectancy is under scrutiny amid a court battle between rival firms that make bets on life insurance policies. Crain's contributor Steven Strahler joins host Jeanne Sparrow to untangle the legal saga.Plus: The Illinois EPA's new Climate Action Plan still falls short on zero emissions, Crystal Lake's Aptar loses its Russian plant, offices in the Marshall Field building hit the market and Illinois grew the science for a breakthrough cancer drug, but couldn't hold onto the company. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Chicago's dueling renters ordinances, explained

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2026 18:21


    Mayor Brandon Johnson's rental protection ordinance is at the center of a legislative fight at City Hall. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog joins host Jeanne Sparrow to discuss the ordinance and its counterproposal.Plus: Chicago Fed chair Austan Goolsbee says the road to 2% inflation may not be painless, Canada brings its tariff worries to Chicago, Nike is making a move on the Mag Mile, and Gov. Pritzker opens up about his use of GLP-1s. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Are insurers wary of a more tornado-prone Illinois?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2026 21:31


    With a torrid pace of storms this summer, Illinois is approaching the highest number of tornadoes recorded in one year by any state. Host Jeanne Sparrow talks with Crain's Mark Weinraub about how these storms may impact insurance rates.Plus: Amtrak's plan near Rate Field sparks South Side fury, developer bets $113 million on on Mag Mile office-to-apartment conversion, public opinion continues to sour on data centers and Eric Lefkofsky's daughter is the test case for the new science of making a hit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    What a $30,000 rent nets you these days

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 45:15


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Jeanne Sparrow to talk news from the housing market, including a $30,000-a-month apartment in Chicago's newest lakefront tower.Plus: Chicago parking meter owners make the city a new offer, Google's Thompson Center debut has been delayed, last-second deal may reopen Resilience Healthcare hospitals and designers imagine a greener Chicago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    A new player enters Chicago's restaurants scene

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2026 24:58


    Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Jeanne Sparrow about the newest restaurants in town, and whether mergers can save Chicago's craft brewing industry.Plus: ComEd's crackdown thins the data center pipeline, U.S. Supreme Court rejects the White House's mail ballot curbs for the midterms, Enova pulls the plug on its Grasshopper acquisition and Evanston claims one of the largest-ever suburban apartment deals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    New Sox stadium hinges on fate of the old one

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 26:35


    Justin Ishbia's vision for The Railyards and a White Sox stadium is forcing an early reckoning over what to do with the team's current home. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses what has become a thorny question in the Chicago stadium saga with host Jeanne Sparrow.Plus: Mayor Brandon Johnson officially launches his re-election bid, GE HealthCare considers a billion-dollar acquisition, a former Chicago trader is headed to federal prison, and Kirkland & Ellis dominates Crain's list of the largest Chicago law firms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Immigration crackdown didn't just hit Chicago's Latino businesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 20:39


    Research from UIC shows federal immigration enforcement cost Cook County businesses $1.26 billion last year. Crain's reporter John Pletz joins host Jeanne Sparrow to break down the numbers.Plus: Bally's blinks on a $4 million threat in its Chicago gambling fight, consumer watchdogs force settlement reducing Nicor rate hike, the newly formed transportation board has named its chairman, and Illinois is set to become the first Midwestern state to allow medical aid in dying. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Chicago condo market hits a hot streak

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 44:24


    Host Jeanne Sparrow talks with Crain's reporter Dennis Rodkin about the strange math of Chicago's condo market, and the latest development in litigation over Winnetka's bluff-protection ordinance.Plus: Gov. JB Pritzker announces a new PAC, a judge may halt Illinois' "medical aid in dying" law, a study quantifies the toll of federal immigration enforcement on Cook County, and Ariel Investments changes up leadership for its private equity unit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Bridgeport opposition looms over Sox stadium plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2026 25:21


    As Justin Ishbia begins laying his cards down for a proposed White Sox stadium, host Jeanne Sparrow talks with Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence about community pushback in Bridgeport that could complicate the plan.Plus: Barilla scoops up fast-growing mac-and-cheese startup Goodles, a West Coast tech firm eyes a new office on Wacker Drive and Illinois' new law to cap drug prices hits roadblock in federal court. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    A closer look at Chicago's new transit leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 24:01


    In this discussion with host Jeanne Sparrow, Crain's contributor Richard Day grades Chicago's new transit board.Plus: Illinois' senators step into the conflict between FAA and air traffic control, work resumes on the $1.1 billion project to keep Asian carp out of the Great Lakes, Prime Healthcare faces a potential nurses' strike, and Illinois tourism is booming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Home of ‘gambling king of the stockyards' faces uncertain fate

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 42:42


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth discuss the latest local housing news, including a mansion built by Mrs. O'Leary's son that's headed to demolition court. Plus: Downtown apartment projects score big construction loans as lending eases, S&P upgrades Illinois' credit rating, a nonprofit buys Fulton Market loft office for new HQ and Mayor Johnson's starring role in World Business Chicago videos draws ethics hearing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    More bets on a Mag Mile resurgence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 21:58


    North Michigan Avenue's recovery is gaining momentum with a drop in vacancy and infusions of capital. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog joins host Amy Guth to discuss. Plus: State Farm sued by L.A. County for delays and denials to fire victims, UChicago and U of I land $75 million in federal funding for quantum research, Kalshi goes after the big traders on CME and Cboe's home turf and Deere launches AI assistant named JD to guide farmers' choices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Gibsons set for long-awaited Fulton Market debut

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 18:52


    Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti and host Amy Guth discuss the latest dining openings around Chicago. Plus: South Loop high-rise sold for $166M, Chicago's second-biggest apartments deal this year, Aon buys mid-market insurance specialist in $17 billion deal, Rivian shares slide after CFO announces surprise departure, ex-Loretto CFO back in Chicago to face fraud charges. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Illinois' AI regulation puzzle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 33:28


    Crain's contributor Margaret Littman and host Amy Guth discuss the push within Illinois to place guardrails around AI. Plus: A new study questions Chicago's TIF payoff though developers say growth wouldn't happen without it, Goodell signals Arlington Heights is still alive in Bears stadium race, United CEO says O'Hare's two-airline era will end and Chicago will be better off, and a judge opens the door for healthcare providers to fight AbbVie's federal drug discount lawsuit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Chicago home prices haven't surged this much since 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 39:13


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss the latest local housing news, including how Chicago home prices have made their biggest jump in over five years. Plus: Johnson finds $85 million budget fix and unloads on City Council, Walter's TWG hits back at fraud claims and says it has no victims, Meta agrees to pay up to $16.7 billion in social media case and Foxtrot lands retail space at former Ann Sather site near Belmont CTA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The O'Hare express train dream lives again

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 23:23


    Crain's reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about a proposed rail line to move travelers between downtown and O'Hare in 15 minutes. Plus: Chicago-based United Airlines adds 10 destinations to Europe and Asia; Supreme Court sides with Trump for now on his mail ballot curbs; Bronzeville development site pitched for Pete's Fresh Market and hundreds of apartments; and Deere workers reject contract extension, setting up 2027 labor showdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Homeowners brace for another tax hit

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 21:17


    Cook County homeowners are still paying the price for the commercial real estate slump. Crain's Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Data center giant set to buy Hawthorne Race Course; Trump tries to strip ABA's authority as law school accreditor; Intuit TurboTax opening store at the base of Tribune Tower; and a new Austin health center is part of wider push to fill West Side health gaps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    C-suite moves at Chicago health giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 22:25


    Chicago healthcare players GE HealthCare and Baxter International found new finance chiefs at a turning point for both companies. Crain's healthcare reporter Jon Asplund talks with host Amy Guth about the C-suite moves and other health business news. Plus: Morgan & Morgan signs onto Loop office tower poised for revamp, Pritzker names new transit board members, judge orders Outcome Health execs to pay at least $271 million and Chicago firms tied to Mark Walter probe could face legal woes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Dealmaking slows down even further

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 17:53


    Deals remain scarce for Chicago's biggest private equity and venture capital firms. Crain's finance reporter Mark Weinraub discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Former Willis Tower owner testifies real estate empire now worth negative $80 million amid financial woes, Amazon to expand drone delivery to the Chicago area, Chicago Quantum Exchange CEO stepping down and developer buys Lakeview apartments for $61.5 million with plans to expand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Another way to get Chicago's hardest restaurant reservations

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 21:51


    Chicago's hottest restaurant tables have a new pay-to-play option. Crain's contributing food and wine writer Ari Bendersky talks with host Amy Guth about the new platform for hard-to-get reservations. Plus: JPMorgan Chase opens Mag Mile flagship as wealth management competition heats up, developer buying Ford City Mall tweaks industrial plan in bid for city approval, feds want Outcome Health founders' bond revoked and NASCAR is pulling the plug on its Chicago street race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Stellantis boosts its Belvidere reset

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 22:09


    Crain's reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about Stellantis' plans to restart the idled Belvidere plant and Madison Air's $5.4 billion acquisition. Plus: Federal rail funding clears path for Justin Ishbia's big South Loop plans, Bally's issues "going concern" warning to investors, an old name in Chicago business gets set to fold and Chicago Fed's Goolsbee wants to see more evidence of cooling inflation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    What's behind Chicago's falling death rate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 22:52


    Crain's healthcare reporter Jon Asplund talks with host Amy Guth about healthcare news, including recent successes Chicago has seen in lowering opioid overdoses. Plus: Johnson says Chicago will make full advance pension payment, Chicago Auto Show veteran named new McCormick Place GM, Durbin still waiting for FAA answers on O'Hare flight caps and Meta bringing first Midwest retail store to Gold Coast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The hottest spots in Chicago's already hot housing market

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 45:12


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss the latest local housing news, including where Chicago-area home prices are rising fastest. Plus: Johnson calls for a moratorium on new data centers in Chicago, Josh Kushner and Bob Iger buy L.A. Lakers from Mark Walter for more than $12 billion after a federal probe of the Guggenheim CEO reaches Chicago, nearly 250 call-center workers to be laid off as Pace contract shifts and an analysis finds Illinois farmers saw nation's biggest jump in seasonal planting diesel costs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Another big bet on Mag Mile's recovery

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 19:10


    The owner of the Shops at North Bridge plans a $40 million revamp for the vertical mall. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog discusses the shopping center, and other Mag Mile news, with host Amy Guth. Plus: Bears eye second Hammond site as Indiana push advances, why Bally's is slowing casino construction in its fight with City Hall, CME seeks 24/7 trading of silver futures in retail push and CEOs pushed White House to delay ultra-processed food definition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Refunds won't end companies' tariff headaches

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 22:01


    Illinois companies are reporting an $857 million tariff windfall, but tariff and supply chain issues persist. Crain's reporter John Pletz discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Congress eyes boosting quantum funds as global race heats up, Portillo's is cutting HQ staff by 18%, Pritzker presses Welch for quick action on sexual-harassment reforms and Fairlife breaks ground on $650 million expansion in Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    McDonald's value problem is bigger than just prices

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 28:42


    Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti and host Amy Guth discuss McDonald's struggle with its value strategy. Plus: Landmark Loop office building takes step toward data center conversion; Pritzker pens letter to Trump, seeking tariff refunds for Illinois families; Outcome Health founders' fraud convictions upheld; and Indiana preps for Bears with plan for new South Shore Line stop in Hammond. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    No one is building homes slower than Illinois in mainland U.S

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 38:15


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss the latest local housing news, including Illinois' rank near the bottom on building new housing. Plus: Portillo's taps Olive Garden exec as CFO in leadership reboot, Kraft Heinz turnaround progress leaves investors wanting more, Adams Street Partners moving HQ to West Loop riverfront building and ADM raises 2026 outlook as biofuels drive growth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Another downtown icon joins apartments wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 20:48


    The owner of NBC Tower plans to convert part of the building to hundreds of apartments. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Johnson loses budget director days after CFO exit, Illinois joins 24 other states in suit challenging Trump's latest tariffs, AbbVie seeks at least $8 billion in debt to fund Apogee deal and McDonald's replaces U.S. president in slow-growth shakeup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Latest sign of Mag Mile's value reset

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 19:53


    A Chicago investor got a discount for Palmolive Building retail space in a deal that illustrates the Mag Mile's fallen property values. Crain's reporter Rachel Herzog discusses the trade, and other commercial real estate news, with host Amy Guth. Plus: Alexi Giannoulias kicks off mayoral run with pledge to raise the minimum wage, trading firm eyes expansion and a move to Fulton Market, Sterling Bay and a JPMorgan fund get $213 million refi for Fulton Market office tower and alcohol distributor Republic National cutting nearly 300 jobs in Illinois. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Chicago restaurants skip the salad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 23:53


    Amid the nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak, Chicago restaurant operators are switching suppliers and remixing menus. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Illinois Tech to lay off 160 as enrollment and financial struggles force restructure; push to sideline Mayor Johnson from picking new police chief draws mixed response;  Streeterville garage listing tests market for downtown parking; and Senators Durbin and Duckworth ask FAA to justify decision to limit O'Hare flights. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Running the numbers on Chicago's housing dearth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 39:29


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news, including what the latest round of data says about the market. Plus: Grant Thornton to acquire CBIZ for $5 billion, Chicago's acting CFO exits ahead of Johnson's next budget showdown, CME plans futures tied to sports to be used as new hedging tool and Northwestern lands $20 million for first publicly accessible AI-powered protein lab in U.S. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Alexi Giannoulias' shadow campaign for mayor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 24:54


    Big campaign money for Alexi Giannoulias is reshaping the Chicago mayoral race before he's even entered it. Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: U of I launches search for next president at one of Illinois' most important engines, CME's debut of 24/7 gold futures trading met with strong demand, nine Illinois communities say they're interested in new nuclear facilities, and crime continues historic decline as homicide rates approach century lows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Safety-net hospitals reach breaking point

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 18:28


    Chicago safety-net hospitals are searching for a lifeline as their funding crisis deepens. Crain's healthcare reporter Jon Asplund talks with host Amy Guth about Roseland Hospital's request for state aid and Weiss Memorial's extension against possible closure. Plus: Trump administration reveals energy grant cuts targeted blue states, Jewel parent cuts forecast amid soft grocery demand, United reportedly quietly pursued a merger with Delta last year and a court approves $90 million Hawthorne Race Course sale, ending Chicago-area racing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Next up in the Charlie Trotter's rotation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 20:31


    The Alinea Group is launching a limited-time restaurant in one of Chicago's most storied fine-dining addresses: the former home of the famed Charlie Trotter's. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Chicago-area warehouse vacancy inches up as companies shed space, United suspends 10 new routes to small cities from O'Hare, Trump's 100% generic drug duty threatens U.S. low-cost supply and crypto lobby sues Illinois to block new digital asset tax. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    You had to play the lotto to get in early on these new homes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 43:50


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth discuss the latest from the local housing market, including locals putting dibs on new houses in an Elk Grove Village lottery and more. Plus: MHub is planning a massive West Side campus bigger than The 78; Northwestern's $121 million settlement tab reportedly spanned Fitz, football and Trump; power grid serving northern Illinois faces breakup risk as feds weigh fate; and Roseland Hospital seeks emergency state aid to keep doors open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    First test of Northwest Side anti-gentrification law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 18:41


    Logan Square tenants have sued their landlord in the first case under an anti-gentrification ordinance. Crain's commericial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Illinois cannabis demand grows despite falling prices; Chicago developer buys River North office building for conversion that would add two stories; Save A Lot ending deal with Yellow Banana, putting seven Chicago stores at risk of closing; and Illinois-led quantum effort lands $30 million in federal funding. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    O'Hare reclaims its spot in airport rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 23:31


    O'Hare airport's passenger numbers rebounded last year, but its rivals also made gains. Crain's airlines reporter John Pletz discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Feds subpoena Chicago law firms in Trump's fight with ABA, Shore Capital unloads veterinary real estate portfolio for $268 million, AbbVie's Allergan gets European nod for its Botox-lite treatment and more lawyers join Resilience legal scrum, delaying settlement and West Suburban reopening. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Big sign-off for The 78, Fire stadium TIF deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 27:01


    A $425 million TIF deal for The 78 mega-development and Chicago Fire FC stadium infrastructure got key committee approval. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Chicago eyes layoffs as Johnson and alders spar over potential $89 million budget shortfall, United will use bigger planes at O'Hare to cope with FAA flight caps, Vintage East Loop office tower sold for conversion to apartments and Amazon nears deal for vertical warehouse next to Goose Island. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Chicago's luxury home market settles down to merely 'hot'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 42:48


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk the latest local housing news, including how Chicago's high-end home sales are hot at mid-year but nothing like 2025. Plus: AI bumps power cost 60% as Chicago's grid fails to hit supply goal, Chicago's tallest rental tower lands $332 million refinancing, Midway's private-aviation facilities are getting a $100 million-plus makeover and the James Beard Awards team is seeking its next host city after more than a decade in Chicago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Neighbors build their own safety nets around Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 21:33


    Chicago-area mutual aid groups have stepped in to fill gaps left by institutions. Crain's assistant managing editor Cassandra West talks with host Amy Guth about the focus of this month's Crain's Elevate series. Plus: Council committee punts parking meter vote as buyout fight takes another twist, Indiana gives $3.4 million in incentives for True Value HQ, Allstate taps new CFO from CoStar amid management shakeup and CPS lays off 162 employees as it works to close budget deficit for 2026-27 school year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Another year of Illinois ACA price hikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 23:53


    Crain's healthcare reporter Jon Asplund joins host Amy Guth to discuss Illinois ACA insurers' proposed double-digit rate hikes for 2027, along with a labor dispute between unionized UI Health' clinicians and the hospital. Plus: West Loop TIF funds to back infrastructure around Chicago Fire FC stadium, Johnson moves to reclaim control of rogue CHA board, River North rental tower trades for $119 million amid apartment deal surge and FAA extends flight limits at O'Hare. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    New hurdle for cannabis shops in Illinois

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 17:43


    A judge enforced Illinois' distance rule for cannabis shops, dealing a blow to a planned South Loop dispensary. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: True Value's HQ is moving to Indiana, AI firms' office demand seen spreading to Chicago, investor looks to cash out on Trader Joe's-anchored North Side retail portfolio and Mayor Johnson reveals why City Hall abandoned its $3.2 billion bid for parking meters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Big price reset for downtown condos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 37:13


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth discuss the latest local housing news, including the latest hit for the downtown condo market and Chicago-area homes that are selling fast. Plus: Downtown office vacancy dips for first time since 2022, Shore Capital buys employee benefits firm in healthcare push, Mayor Johnson picks Rush exec as next public health chief and airlines hit with soaring fuel bills amid Mideast conflict. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Lawyers drop out of fight over closed hospitals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 18:18


    Resilience Healthcare's lawyers have dropped out amid a settlement dispute with the failed health system and Prime Healthcare maintenance workers averted a strike after ratifying contracts. Crain's healthcare reporter Jon Asplund discusses the latest hospital news with host Amy Guth. Plus: Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks, Hub International seeks $3 billion in IPO, Lincoln Park apartment high-rise sold for $125 million and with federal funding back, Planned Parenthood of Illinois preps for its next battle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Setback for North Side rezoning opponents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 23:09


    A judge dismissed Edgewater residents' lawsuit to overturn Broadway's rezoning. Crain's commercial real reporter Rachel Herzog talks with host Amy Guth about what's next for the neighborhood. Plus: Developer withdraws rezoning request for controversial Hoffman Estates data center, office building near Fulton Market trades at a major discount, Northwestern plans $275 million facility do-over in Orland Park amid cancer care race and AbbVie faces federal probe over drug trials in China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Eight new restaurants to try this summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 22:28


    From Roman pizza to New York bagels, Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti and host Amy Guth discuss some of the fresh faces in Chicago's dining scene. Plus: Larry Snelling is retiring as Chicago's top cop, lawsuit threatening $184 million Loop office conversion gains traction, Rivian boosts delivery outlook as EV sales top estimates and strip mall near Foundry Park development site trades for $18 million. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Chicago's home price hot streak reaches 3 months

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 32:11


    Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss the latest local housing news, including how the Chicago housing market still defies national downswings as prices hit another high. Plus: West Suburban hospital sends 500 layoff notices as rescue talks roll on, Mariano's parent Kroger to buy Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion in Midwest push, Stripe signs massive Chicago office lease expansion and Lightfoot claims Bally's work doesn't violate revolving door rules. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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