Crain's Daily Gist

Crain’s reporters Katherine Davis and Stephanie Goldberg join host Amy Guth to discuss burnout in the medical sector and how one organization is trying to raise Chicago’s profile as a tech hub in order to attract more talent. Plus: Vax proof required to enter United Center, lakefront building fetches $43 million after condos-to-apartments switch, slowest jobs gain in 7 months amid delta spread and Kraft Heinz in $62 million settlement with SEC.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the Chicago housing scene, including how the high end of the market set a new record as the $4 million-and-up segment hits a mark it doesn't normally reach until December. Plus: Illinois Dems finalize new legislative maps, U of C turbocharges its quantum computing quest, the chip shortage cuts deeper into auto factories as Stellantis halts production again and CEOs are dooming business travel—maybe for good.

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.

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.

Reporters Stephanie Goldberg and A.D. Quig join host Amy Guth to talk about students experiencing learning gaps after spending so much time in virtual classrooms, how we frame the conversation to avoid stigmatizing kids, as well as vaccinations, medical ethics and more. Plus: Illinois sees one of the largest increases in initial unemployment claims, new tenant signs at the Mart, Ulta raises sales forecast as revenue surges above 2019 levels and how climate change means early harvest for farmers.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including how Chicago is seeing a home-sales stampede—undermining the narrative of people fleeing cities. Plus: NorthShore and Edward-Elmhurst in talks to combine, Delta Air Lines will charge unvaccinated employees $200, downtown apartment market breaks records again and how to get a ride on the Wienermobile.

Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker talks with host Amy Guth about Hyatt's expansion into resort destinations. What does the move potentially signal for the local hotel industry? Plus: Mayor Lightfoot says the city will require workers to get COVID vaccines, Sam Zell and Toll Brothers homebuilders enter into $1.9 billion apartment deal, Boeing employees’ freedom to raise safety concerns under FAA scrutiny and the second round of projects slated for South and West Side sites under Invest South/West initiative.

Many businesses have already required workers to get vaccines, and even more could be on the way. Crain’s health care reporter Stephanie Goldberg joins host Amy Guth to discuss whether the FDA's full-use approval of the Pfizer vaccine will lead to a wave of vaccine mandates from employers and schools. Plus: The Archdiocese of Chicago requires vaccines and denies religious exemptions, Boeing plans to invest in Virgin Orbit rocket launch efforts, Citadel to pull about $500 million from Melvin Capital and Pentagon drafts United Airlines for Afghanistan evacuation mission.

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.

From an eccentric 1970s house to a home designed to look like the Virginia governor’s mansion, some very unusual properties have sold in recent weeks. Reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss. Plus: Chicago to reinstate indoor mask mandate, a look at the city’s next hottest jobs, airlines are hiring a record numbers of pilots and the U.S. will offer booster shots for all who are vaccinated.

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.

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.

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.

A new law will allow community colleges to build dormitories and apartments in a move that could improve the odds of student success for those facing housing insecurity. Reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to explain and recap this week’s real estate news. Plus: The Drake Hotel has been put up for sale, Chicago’s warehouse boom sees no end in sight, JPMorgan Chase boosts rewards on its Sapphire card and the city's new budget hole has decreased to $733 million.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Employee burnout soared during the pandemic, pushing local companies to test solutions from a four-day workweek to a Zoom ban on Fridays. Crain’s reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth to discuss. Plus: City and County health departments advise residents to wear masks indoors regardless of vaccination status, Loop tower drops condos and goes all rental, a coworking firm is set to open in the revamped Marshall Field building and a marijuana company files lawsuit seeking admission to the state’s weed license lottery.