Crain's Daily Gist

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news, including how price increases since early 2021 are the biggest in at least 15 years, a response to both demand and the rising costs of supplies and labor. Plus: City health officials may soon recommend masks indoors as COVID cases continue to rise, Goose Island apartment developer eyes another massive riverfront project, Walgreens names new CMO and Illinois advocacy groups across the spectrum of the abortion divide move quickly to ramp up fundraising and activism.

Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about reactions from Illinois politicians on the leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court on abortion, and health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses what overturning Roe v. Wade would mean for the state's health care providers. Plus: David Manilow talks about dining and entertainment in the growing Elston Industrial Corridor, a Fulton Market developer tees up big River West project, Illinois spending $84 million on electric school buses, and garbage trucks and State Farm raising Illinois car insurance rates for second time this year.

While the pandemic was detrimental for passenger travel at O'Hare, it was very good for cargo. Crain's senior reporter John Pletz and host Amy Guth talk about what that means for the airport’s revenue and outlook. Plus: Health officials recommend masks indoors in suburban Cook County; Redfin settles 'online redlining' case with fair housing groups, including three from Chicago; PayPal and Aon team up for payment platform; and Greater Chicago Food Depository set to expand.

Crain’s reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the status of McDonald's in Russia and at home, Portillo’s long-term strategy and stock performance, and the latest in the saga of the Chicago Reader. Plus: Pritzker knocks a $29 million hole in Lightfoot's re-election year budget, engineers ding Illinois infrastructure, State Farm boss got what could be the largest cash payout of any U.S. CEO last year, and the uncomfortable windfall war brings for commodity traders.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news, including how double-digit home price growth has reached an unprecedented 10th month and more. Plus: Mayor Lightfoot seeks early payday from casino bidders, ​​State regulators approve controversial hospital project backed by private equity, drug pricing startup from former OptumRx CEO raises $35 million and why Chicago hotels are flying against the law of supply and demand.

David Manilow talks with host Amy Guth about how restaurants—and influencers—use social media to attract diners, and he shares highlights of his recent conversations with Phil Walters from B Hospitality and food influencer Soo Park. Plus: Elon Musk lands deal to take Twitter private for $44 billion, Chicago Reader co-owner to step aside, United ramps up transatlantic flights in anticipation of a rise in European summer travel and breakfast gets costlier as U.S. ratchets up food-price forecasts.

Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about some impending budget concerns at the Chicago Department of Public Health and about innovations the agency made during earlier stages of the pandemic that could guide other public health decisions in the future. Plus: A broad ethics reform package is coming to the City Council, Chicago Community Trust CEO Dr. Helene Gayle leaving for Spelman College, Mondelez to make a $1.3 billion Mexico purchase and the Defense Department opens an innovation office in Chicago.

Crain’s contributor Graham Meyer, who writes the weekly Big Ticket column, talks with host Amy Guth about upcoming can’t-miss arts and culture events. Plus: Wall Street gives Gov. Pritzker a second dose of good news, local households next month will pay the highest natural gas prices in over 10 years, American and United 787 deliveries slip further on Boeing delays and why United CEO Scott Kirby says a pilot shortage is in the carrier’s advantage.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news, including how a proposal from advocates for people experiencing homelessness would more than triple the transfer tax on buyers of property worth $1 million or more. Plus: Vague announcements and a lack of transparency make it hard to determine law firms’ work for Kremlin-connected clients; Just Eat weighs Grubhub sale amid tough delivery market; Metra and CTA drop mask requirements even as DOJ signals it will appeal ruling; and Tony's Fresh Market bought by private-equity firm, digging Apollo Global Management deeper into Chicago’s grocery world.

David Manilow joins host Amy Guth to recap his recent conversation with Beverly Kim about her path in the restaurant industry, lessons from her early challenges and how she navigated through the industry’s pandemic struggles. Plus: Masks no longer required on planes and public transportation; weed sellers could see their best 4/20 yet; warnings of summer brownouts downstate spur scrutiny of Pritzker's energy law; and with remote work, suburban offices seeing increasing vacancy.

Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker talks with host Amy Guth about big changes proposed for the IMD. Plus: China Eastern resumes flying type of Boeing jet that crashed, developers plan 21-story apartment project off Mag Mile, Cisco to shift some pay from bonuses to salaries amid inflation crunch and Rivian CEO says temporary parts crunch won't affect company's bright future.

Crain’s reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about Potbelly’s plan to quintuple the sandwich chain's store count as the company’s CEO looks toward franchising. Plus: Google nears deal for Fulton Market expansion, downtown office vacancy jumps to another record high, fastest-growing industries on Crain's latest list of Chicago's private companies and Dr. Ngozi Ezike will become CEO of Sinai Chicago.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news, including a proposed tax on high-end home purchases to combat homelessness. Plus: U.S. to extend travel mask mandate as omicron cases rise, MCA receives ‘one of the most impactful donations’ ever to its collection, Walgreens rations baby formula and Boeing's order backlog shrinks as Ukraine war risks multiply.

David Manilow talks with host Amy Guth about his latest restaurant reviews and recommendations, including recent Michelin star recipient Kasama. Plus: Lightfoot beefs up campaign team as challengers start lining up, Allstate campus redevelopment prompts suburban boundary battle, Chicago-based Trump broker balks at giving up appraisals key to N.Y. probe and 'stolen' funds part of the latest Maple & Ash steakhouse spat.

Crain's reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about Cresco Labs, which is poised to become the largest company in the U.S. cannabis market, and the role Chicago plays in the industry. Plus: Illinois' Center for COVID Control sued by Oregon attorney general, Conagra expects to spend 50% more on meat ingredients this year, former Ald. Solis charged with bribery and unruly airline passengers draw record proposed fines.

Crain’s Forum editor Cassandra West talks with host Amy Guth about this month’s deep dive reporting focus: workplace mental health. Plus: Budget deal in Springfield, COVID cases rise in Chicago though hospitalizations and deaths remain low, Chase installing EV charging stations at two local branches and Metra boosting service on key line.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing, including a look at a home that was once a funeral parlor, two homes with architectural pedigrees saved from demolition, and lots more. Plus: Water Tower Place lender taking over Mag Mile mall, Ald. Lopez is running for mayor, Rivian boosts electric-vehicle output despite supply-chain snags, and JetBlue offers $3.6 billion for Spirit, disrupting rival bid.

David Manilow talks with host Amy Guth about Chicago's dining scene and shares highlights from his conversation with longtime restaurant operator Joe Carlucci. Plus: General Iron attempts reopening in Lincoln Park, Exelon CEO loses a third of his company stock in divorce, Morningstar to buy data provider for up to $650 million in cash, and weed shop wants to take over the old Rainforest Cafe downtown.

Crain’s contributor Steve Johnson talks with host Amy Guth about Springfield’s Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. After many years of issues, the foundation that supports the institution has split off with a new focus. Plus: AbbVie braces for copycats of its longtime blockbuster Humira; after the Amita Health split, the former partners start rebranding; Napleton Auto fined millions in racial discrimination case; and congress seeks Amazon’s labor-practice records after tornado that killed six employees.

Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Alby Gallun talks with host Amy Guth about the apartment boom coming to the West Loop as developers plan 9,000 new units, more than the number of planned units for all other downtown neighborhoods combined. Plus: The Thompson Center sold, Electric truck maker Rivian says war in Ukraine exacerbates supply-chain woes, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Illinois shakes up top management and late fees help drive record-breaking year at Peoples Gas.