09/29/21: Bears seal the deal in Arlington Heights

07/07/21: Why Kaegi’s property tax reform efforts fail to get traction: Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is now 0-3 in his efforts to push a piece of legislation through in Springfield that he says is key to his property tax reform agenda. Crain's government reporter A.D. Quig joins host Amy Guth with more. Plus: Chicago's top cop shifts blame on uptick in violence, Bears aren’t the only ones bidding for Arlington racetrack, Blackstone to pay $1.4 billion for Chicago software firm and Ford announces more factory downtime in July due to ongoing supply shortage. by Crain's Daily Gist

24 min listen

07/13/21: Gold Coast tower worries: The tragedy in Surfside, Fla., has residents of a Chicago tower anxious about the state of their own 57-story condo building. Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin discusses developments at 111 E. Chestnut with host Amy Guth. Plus: The troubled Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund has new leadership; Aon founder Pat Ryan has a second act that comes with some caveats; the maker of Weber grills plans an IPO; and the food trucks that survived the pandemic are still waiting for the rebound that restaurants are already enjoying. by Crain's Daily Gist

14 min listen

08/18/21: Why diversity is the future of tech: The tech industry is notorious for hiring predominately white men, but a need for skilled talent has some Chicago companies taking steps to reimagine the recruitment process. Judith Crown joins host Amy Guth to discuss this month’s Crain’s Equity. Plus: New data shows Cook County property tax burden is shifting to landlords, more of Chicago's largest health systems will require COVID vaccines for workers, the state delays deadlines for Thompson Center bids, and a new area code is coming to the 708. by Crain's Daily Gist

17 min listen

08/04/21: Has Portillo’s found the recipe for success?: Portillo’s restaurants average annual sales that are far higher than fast-food giant McDonald’s. But with a planned IPO, will the hotdog chain be able to produce the steady, profitable growth Wall Street craves? Reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss. Plus: Uniqlo will close its flagship store on the Mag Mile, Related Midwest and Tyson Foods say they'll fire workers who refuse vaccines, Amazon’s Whole Foods tacks on a delivery fee in Chicago, D.C. nuclear bailout won't save Illinois plants, and a political fight ends with a new property tax due date. by Crain's Daily Gist

18 min listen

07/19/21: Post-lockdown strategies for shots, rides: Cook County is closing its last mass vaccination sites in favor of a more targeted approach to getting shots in arms, and Curb and Lyft try to sweeten the deal for customers as commuting returns. Crain's reporters Stephanie Goldberg and A.D. Quig discuss those stories and more with host Amy Guth. Plus: Mayor Lightfoot launches a $1 million reward fund to help get illegal weapons off the streets; Target opens a River North store; the parent of members-only club Soho House is valued at $2.8 billion after its IPO; and more growers and sellers are on the way under Illinois' new pot law. by Crain's Daily Gist

34 min listen

08/17/21: How plastic ends up on your plate: It’s estimated that we each ingest about a credit card-sized amount of plastic each week. Journalist Eric Freedman, director of the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University, joins host Amy Guth to talk about this month’s #CrainsForum and explain how plastic flows from the Great Lakes into the food supply. Plus: CDC panel approves COVID booster shots for the immunocompromised, former Uncle Ben’s launches first campaign under new name, Hyatt to buy KKR-backed Apple Leisure Group for $2.7 billion and entertainment concepts could be headed to fill Mag Mile vacancies. by Crain's Daily Gist

20 min listen

07/21/21: How Illinois can become a leader in electric vehicles: This year’s Chicago Auto Show puts a spotlight on electric vehicles. Rob Kelter, Senior Attorney at the Environmental Law & Policy Center talks with host Amy Guth about what it will take to get consumers to transition away from gas-powered cars. Plus: Gov. J.B. Pritzker makes his re-election bid official; Nature's Fynd raises $350 million to become Chicago’s tenth “unicorn” this year; Foxtrot plans to open 50 stores in 2 years; and a new lawsuit threatens to slow Illinois’ weed licensing process. by Crain's Daily Gist

22 min listen

08/09/21: How sports betting could change the game at Wrigley Field: The Cubs are one step closer to building a two-story addition to Wrigley Field that would house one of the first betting operations at a major U.S. pro sports venue. Danny Ecker and Ally Marotti join host Amy Guth for a roundtable discussion on the team’s plan and other news of the week—including how the delta surge has Chicago’s bars and restaurants bracing for more closures. Plus: Boeing spins off its venture-capital arm, Moline-based John Deere buys autonomous driving startup, United Airlines will mandate vaccines for U.S. workers and a look at what a temporary ban on school closures will mean for CPS. by Crain's Daily Gist

29 min listen

07/12/21: What's hot in commercial real estate right now: Leases are in demand for third-party logistics firms in Chicago. Crain's commercial real estate reporters Danny Ecker and Alby Gallun join host Amy Guth to talk about the state of office and industrial space. Plus: CTA ridership is recovering fast, but trains and buses are still only half as full as before the pandemic; Michelin-starred Mag Mile restaurant Spiaggia is closing permanently; Illinois gets a second bond upgrade; and Target backs off a Water Tower Place outpost. by Crain's Daily Gist

35 min listen

07/08/21: The three suburbs with almost no homes left for sale: In three Chicago suburbs, the fast-paced real estate market means the inventory of homes for sale is so slim, it's nearly nonexistent. Reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss and recap this week’s real estate news. Plus: The city's aviation chief says O’Hare is due for a major rebound, Grubhub has plans for robotic food delivery on college campuses, Willis Tower insurer sues the city and local sewer district over flood damage from May 2020 storms, and why Big Food companies need strong second-quarter numbers. by Crain's Daily Gist

30 min listen

07/22/21: Luxury homebuyers are coming back to the city: In the past couple of months, seven condos have sold for $4 million-plus in downtown neighborhoods where the buyers put them under contract in 2021. Reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to explain what it means for the downtown housing market in a recap of this week’s real estate news. Plus: Sports betting at Chicago stadiums takes a step forward, Pritzker campaign pushes free college and tech ambitions, Petterino's to reopen under newly formed restaurant group and Lightfoot issues warning on Delta variant amid an uptick in cases. by Crain's Daily Gist

34 min listen

08/11/21: Lawsuit challenges Illinois’ school mask mandate: A lawsuit filed on behalf of a downstate parent claims Gov. J.B. Pritzker overstepped his authority in implementing a school mask mandate. Reporter A.D. Quig joins host Amy Guth to discuss and recap the latest news in state and local politics. Plus: Latest Crain’s-Harris poll finds a majority of Chicago execs believe vaccines should be mandatory for office workers, Cook County Health proposes a 15% budget increase as Medicaid plan enrollment grows, a Chicago ‘Internet of Things’ startup raises $65 million and a marijuana cultivation center is coming to the south suburbs. by Crain's Daily Gist

17 min listen

09/28/21: Feast or famine on TikTok: Crain’s reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about how the social video platform TikTok can be both a blessing and a curse for local businesses. Plus: Fulton Market eyed for new Metra station, Southwest's next CEO is reluctant to share lists of unruly passengers, get ready for home-heat price shock and Wells Fargo puts $8.5 million toward South and West Side small business recovery. by Crain's Daily Gist

20 min listen

07/28/21: What’s inside Chicago’s tentative police union contract: Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s administration has reached an agreement with the Chicago Police Department’s largest union on a new contract that includes pay raises and accountability reforms. Reporter A.D. Quig joins host Amy Guth to discuss. Plus: Moody's upgrades outlook on Chicago debt, Northwestern and Rush top list of best Illinois hospitals in latest ranking from U.S. News, Blackstone is taking stake in GTCR, DePaul becomes the latest university to require COVID vaccines for faculty and staff, and Chicago holding company Madison Industries buys Big Ass Fans. by Crain's Daily Gist

20 min listen

08/02/21: Delta variant throws wrench into return to office plans: Cook County is encouraging those to wear a mask indoors regardless of vaccination status amid the spread of the more contagious Delta variant. Stephanie Goldberg and Danny Ecker join host Amy Guth to talk about what it means for businesses. Plus: Fully elected school board now law in Chicago, city claws back more than $1 million from Mondelez and a Burger King operator, Caterpillar says costs will hurt margins even after price hikes, and Illinois issues first round of new weed shop licenses. by Crain's Daily Gist

41 min listen

09/15/21: More shoppers go antiquing: Chicago’s antique shops are seeing a bump in business as other home good stores suffer from supply shortages and shipping delays. Crain’s reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the influx in business that has forced some dealers to change how they operate. Plus: Jump Capital raises $350 million venture fund, BMO Harris joins wave of banks closing branches, consumer price growth cools and Mariano's parent company partners with Instacart to set 30-minute delivery goal. by Crain's Daily Gist

18 min listen

07/14/21: Bracing for another health care shake-up: The pandemic's financial toll on nursing home operators could push some under and pave the way for consolidation. Crain's health care reporter Stephanie Goldberg joins host Amy Guth to talk about struggles in the sector. Plus: The Chicago Auto Show returns with some changes; a strike against Cook County ends; the city announces $10 million in the latest Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grants; and United CEO Scott Kirby hopes flyers won't have to wear masks come September. by Crain's Daily Gist

18 min listen

08/05/21: Chicago’s hot housing market may finally be cooling off: The local real estate market is seeing a summer slowdown after months of incredible growth. Reporter Dennis Rodkin explains why in a recap of this week’s housing news with host Amy Guth. Plus: Restaurants experience whiplash as Delta variant prompts talk of new restrictions, NASA abandons Wednesday’s attempt at Boeing Starliner launch, Chicago investment firm buys Gold Coast hotel and the CDC issues a new eviction moratorium. by Crain's Daily Gist

39 min listen

07/15/21: Are home buyers holding off downtown?: Our 500th episode of Crain's Daily Gist features residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth discussing the downtown condo rebound, why the city closed a Gold Coast tower's parking garage and all the latest news in the local housing market. Plus: New figures measure the downtown comeback; dramatic rate cuts pay off for State Farm; M1 Finance is Chicago's newest billion-dollar company; and $100 million deals keep venture funding on a torrid pace. by Crain's Daily Gist

31 min listen

08/23/21: Businesses confront new round of mask mandates: While business groups generally support Chicago’s move to reinstate its indoor mask mandate, some argue that it shouldn’t be on business owners to enforce it. Reporters Ally Marotti and A.D. Quig join host Amy Guth to discuss the news you need to know to start your week. Plus: Illinois selling bonds after first ratings increase in decades, death threats and in-flight chaos lead to wave of charges against airline passengers, farm boom boosts Deere and big winners emerge after the state’s final weed lottery. by Crain's Daily Gist

33 min listen

10/27/21: What's cooking in the food industry?: In the first of a series of weekly conversations, David Manilow talks with host Amy Guth about the business of food, the joy of eating and the challenges of working in the service industry; he also shares highlights from his interview with Chef Larry Tucker from Crazy Bird. Plus: Why small offices might be a bigger deal post-COVID, Fitch boosts Chicago outlook up to stable, TransUnion in deals totaling $2.4 billion and New Chicago schools CEO will make more than his predecessor. by Crain's Daily Gist

23 min listen

07/27/21: Hotels and offices are finding creative ways to turn a profit: A speakeasy-style sushi bar inside a hotel room is providing a much-needed source of income for Hotel Lincoln in Lincoln Park. Crain reporters Ally Marotti and Danny Ecker talk with host Amy Guth to discuss how it’s one of the ways hotels and offices are getting creative with their spaces to find untapped revenue opportunities coming out of the pandemic. Plus: Adam Kinzinger joins panel investigating Jan. 6 riot, Aon and Willis scrap big merger deal, Old Second to buy West Suburban Bank and the Chicago-based American Medical Association urges mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for healthcare workers as Rush University Medical Center joins other local hospitals in requiring vaccines by Crain's Daily Gist

32 min listen

07/26/21: Why Joe Mansueto is betting big on Chicago: The billionaire founder of Morningstar is pouring large sums of his wealth into charitable efforts and high-profile business ventures in Chicago, making a sizeable impact on the city's landscape. Reporter Danny Ecker speaks with Joe Mansueto on a special episode of Crain's Daily Gist with host Amy Guth. Plus: Chicago Public Schools will require masks this fall, Amazon-backed Rivian confirms plan for a second assembly plant, new apartment tower near Millennium Park hits the market, and another big Amazon distribution center is coming to Waukegan. by Crain's Daily Gist

28 min listen

08/16/21: Will billionaire Neil Bluhm bet on a Chicago casino?: Billionaire casino mogul Neil Bluhm isn’t showing his cards as to whether he’ll submit a bid to develop a Chicago casino. Reporters A.D. Quig and Ally Marotti join a roundtable with host Amy Guth to discuss the gambling outlook for the city, Ulta’s strategy to reach communities of color, and other news to start your week. Plus: Cisco to move to the Old Post Office, Gallagher in a multibillion-dollar deal with Willis, consumer sentiment in U.S. plunges to the lowest since 2011 and the city’s population growth beats expert predictions. by Crain's Daily Gist

39 min listen

07/29/21: Why Chicago’s real estate boom isn’t a bubble: Home prices in May increased at the fastest pace since 2013, but that doesn’t mean the market is approaching bubble territory. Reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to explain why in a recap of this week’s housing news. Plus: Activists propose an alternative to the Obama Center, Kirkland & Ellis nears deal for biggest downtown office lease in years, software startup LogicGate raises $113 million and McDonald's outpaces Wall Street estimates even as labor shortages loom. by Crain's Daily Gist

39 min listen

09/01/21: Restaurants that somehow opened during COVID: Crain’s reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about new restaurants that set up shop over the summer despite the pandemic's harsh effect on supply, labor and logistics. Plus: DuPage Medical Group reports data breach, Airbus nabs $4.9 billion order from Boeing, Kirkland & Ellis inks massive Salesforce Tower lease and Walgreens raising starting pay to $15 an hour. by Crain's Daily Gist

17 min listen

08/31/21: Schools come back with new and old baggage: As Chicago Public Schools resume in-person learning for the first time in more than 500 days, there will be familiar rites of passage and new ones. Chalkbeat Chicago bureau chief Cassie Walker Burke and host Amy Guth talk about what to expect from the new school year. Plus: Chicago sues Grubhub and DoorDash, Rivian files for IPO, Baxter reportedly nears $10 billion deal to buy Hillrom and Northwestern study finds getting COVID-19 doesn’t guarantee a high level of antibody protection. by Crain's Daily Gist

16 min listen

08/10/21: Why businesses are choosing State Street over Mag Mile: Retailers including Macy’s, Express and Uniqlo have closed locations on the Magnificent Mile while still maintaining a presence on State Street. Commercial real estate reporter Alby Gallun joins host Amy Guth to explain why. Plus: City extends the deadline for casino bidders by two months, Illinois’ pension debt hits a record high, YMCA names the first woman CEO in its 170-year history and McDonald’s investors demand board files on ousted CEO's affairs with employees. by Crain's Daily Gist

17 min listen

07/20/21: Latest front in Main Street vs. Wall Street: Houseplant sales rose more than 30 percent during the pandemic. Now small, locally owned shops face competition from large venture-capital backed stores. Crain's reporter Ally Marotti discusses the retail rivalry with host Amy Guth. Plus: Portillo's plans an IPO; two Chicago startups are going public via blank-check firms; a local shopping center owner is being bought in a multibillion-dollar deal; and a look at how marijuana cultivation centers are growing jobs in rural Illinois. by Crain's Daily Gist

18 min listen

09/23/21: Home prices keep breaking records: Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news around the local housing market, including home price records, Frank Lloyd Wright houses and properties on Lake Michigan. Plus: Ryan family gifts Northwestern $480 million, Amalgamated Bank of Chicago sells, worker turnover becoming a plague for employers and O'Hare comes in last in J.D. Power survey. by Crain's Daily Gist

32 min listen

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