Crain's Daily Gist

Crain’s reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about transportation news, including the upcoming holiday air travel outlook and the key to electric vehicle infrastructure in Illinois. Plus: Chicago's COVID figures "not good," says health chief; U of I seeks to boost faculty numbers after record enrollment; Jeff Bezos gives $100 million to Obama Foundation; and Ford and Rivian cancel plans to jointly develop an EV.

Crain's reporters Danny Ecker and Alby Gallun join host Amy Guth for a discussion about the commercial real estate outlook in the Loop, Fulton Market and suburbs, as well as conflicting narratives about tax assessor Fritz Kaegi. Plus: WGN-TV property selling for nearly $31 million, State grants Nicor record rate hike, ag-tech startup gets $300 million from ADM and others, and Walgreens rival CVS to close 900 stores in big retail strategy shift.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including @properties going global with a deal to buy Christie's, West Loop condos on the market now reaching $6 million price point and more. Plus: Metropolitan Planning Council names new CEO, Sterling Bay plans to turn Fulton Market flour mill site into apartment towers and office space, Brookfield Asset Management faces 'imminent default' on a Loop office building and a new analysis shows that Fritz Kaegi's a big improvement over his predecessor.

David Manilow is back for our weekly series on the business of food. This week, he recommends local bakeries, including Chicago classics like Dinkel’s, Lutz and Roeser's, as well as new spots like Aya Pastry, La Fournette and Lost Larsen. He also shares highlights from his recent conversation with Stephanie Hart of Brown Sugar Bakery. Plus: Stellantis to lay off about 400 workers at Jeep Cherokee plant in Illinois, West Loop landmark handed over to lender, Salesforce to acquire Chicago AI pioneer and Foxtrot opening flagship store at Tribune Tower.

Crain’s reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about allegations of racism made against McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski. Plus: Boeing 'encouraged' China may soon clear Max to fly, former local CEO takes over Six Flags, U of C's Zimmer quits Austin university board and Mondelez says it sees the online snack-shopping boom lasting beyond pandemic.

Crain’s John Pletz and Cassandra West talk with host Amy Guth about equity—including challenges facing Black businesses owners and ongoing equity issues in the cannabis industry. Plus: Northwestern expands computer science faculty with $5 million IBM donation, Airlines rush toward sustainable fuel but supplies are limited, Advocate Aurora Health to increase wages starting in December and former U.S. Bancorp staffer alleges racist lending practices.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including neighbors taking a redevelopment project into their own hands and more. Plus: Naperville office lease deal unravels; AbbVie and U of C extend cancer research collaboration, Rivian's IPO; and Oak Street Health under federal investigation.

David Manilow is back for our weekly conversation about the business of food, the joy of eating and the challenges of working in the hospitality industry. This week, we get David’s recommendations for new and traditional dining in the Pilsen neighborhood, including Del Toro, La Luna, Birrieria Reyes de Octotlan, Frida Room, Taqueria El Milagro, Cafe Jumping Bean, SKY, Hai Sous, Pleasant House Pub, and Duseks. Plus: United wins injunction battle, but not within warning from judge; weed-tech firm Fyllo lands another $40 million; in stunning breakup, GE splitting into 3 units; and Chicago’s 'milestone moment' for tourism.

Crain’s contributing editor Jan Parr talks with host Amy Guth about this year’s 40 Under 40 class. Plus: A new law could add billions to city police pension costs, United Airlines 'saddened' by death of disability rights advocate, warehouse developer poised to buy Allstate campus, and CTA, Metra and Pace resolve fight over federal COVID funding.

Crain’s reporters Danny Ecker and John Pletz talk with host Amy Guth about the future of the Blackhawks and why Denver International Airport’s rise should worry O'Hare and Midway. Plus: Job growth gets back on track, Defense Department's innovation division to open Chicago office, developer set to break ground on 27-story Fulton Market apartment tower and ex-Rivian exec sues over 'toxic bro culture' ahead of IPO.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including how supply chain bottlenecks are impacting the home renovation sector, racial bias in home refinancing and more. Plus: John Deere union workers reject deal and extend strike, Chicago's public hospitals form a pediatric partnership, JPMorgan Chase names Chicago exec as real estate banking head and Streets of Woodfield hits the market.

"Check, Please!" creator David Manilow is back for his weekly food industry chat with host Amy Guth. This week, David shares his conversation with chef Jenner Tomaska from Esmé and recommends other new Lincoln Park restaurants to try, including French Quiche and Armitage Ale House. Plus: A judge pauses the city's deadline for police officers to get vaccinated; Discover and other credit card companies face "buy now, pay later" competition; Amazon-backed EV maker Rivian seeks up to $8.37 billion in its IPO; and a Fulton Market real estate portfolio hits the market.

Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about the week ahead in D.C., as well as the latest local political moves: the casino operators pitching Chicago gambling sites, Mayor Lightfoot's budget and the wild week in Springfield. Plus: How the pandemic has changed the Executive MBA; Chicago software builder Trading Technologies sells to a British private-equity firm; Tempel Steel is being bought by an Ohio firm; and an effort to undo Lightfoot's vaccine mandate fails.

The breakup of local hospital giant Amita Health and the passage of Mayor Lightfoot's 2022 budget put the focus on big money in two Chicago sectors: health care and government. Crain's reporters Stephanie Goldberg and A.D. Quig join host Amy Guth for a roundtable discussion. Plus: GOP U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger won't seek re-election; supply chain snags loom for Caterpillar; Coca-Cola nears a deal that values Gatorade rival BodyArmor at $8 billion; and Nature's Fynd meat alternatives are hitting the shelves at Mariano's.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from around the local housing market, including a look an apparent end of the house price boom despite prices continuing to climb in other cities. Plus: Chicago gears up for kids' COVID vaccinations, new investment firm wants to help clean energy go mainstream, enrollment down at both CPS and at all but one of the city’s community colleges and McDonald's makes a sale to speed up drive-through times.

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.

Crain’s Forum editor Cassandra West joins host Amy Guth to discuss this month’s issue on police misconduct and reform. Plus: United Airlines tells judge unvaccinated pilots are costing it millions, Cameo moves deeper into e-commerce, Citadel cuts staff in Surveyor unit reshuffle and another try on the new Congressional map.

In this week’s reporter’s roundtable, Crain’s reporters Stephanie Goldberg and Dennis Rodkin talk with host Amy Guth about Walgreens doubling down on health care, a split at Amita health, short-term rental regulations in nearby vacation communities and a high-profile home going on the market in Lake Geneva. Plus: Civic Opera House building owner hit with $195 million foreclosure suit, corporate Chicago chips in for Obama Presidential Center, Nicor donates $5 million for hardship grants as winter heating bills soar and CTA set to slash fares in bid to boost ridership.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including a Bucktown firm that makes homes look market-ready and is going national, the former home of pioneering Black attorney Nathan McGill, and a lifetime award for architect Stuart Cohen. Plus: White House details vaccine plan for kids ages 5-11, United Airlines posts smaller loss after variant wrecks profit plan, tech worker pay rising here while slowing in New York and San Francisco, and Chicago-based Fresh Street aims to be the area's first online-only grocery store.

After 2020 office holiday celebrations were canceled, many Chicago firms are bringing the tradition back this year. But that comes with its own set of considerations for companies, workers and restaurants. Crain's reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to talk about the nuanced business of COVID-era festivities. Plus: Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi jacks up the value on Willis Tower to $1.24 billion; Ferrara Candy gets hacked just weeks before Halloween; the Burnett Building is part of a New York firm's record COVID buying spree; and Chicago Police and firefighters have lowest vaccination rates among city workers.