Crain's Daily Gist

Crain’s contributor Margaret Littman joins host Amy Guth to discuss the complex considerations around whether stadiums are a smart use of taxpayer money.Plus: Chicago biz leaders urge Kamala Harris to pick J.B. Pritzker as veep, JPMorgan dragged into fight over one of Chicago's oldest hotels, Loop office-to-residential conversion at risk as distressed tower hits the market and Dick Durbin seeks major boost in quantum funding. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from the local housing market, including the story behind a condo for sale in one of the very first Mies van der Rohe buildings on Lake Shore Drive and the legal fight over a Sonoma-style Galena resort project.Plus: Boeing names Kelly Ortberg as new CEO, Deere adds nearly 300 HQ staff to mounting layoffs, record payouts on biggest U.S. grid signal costs of reliable power and U.S. Soccer to sell $200M of debt to finance Chicago-to-Atlanta HQ move. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss some new eateries around town worth keeping an eye on.Plus: Survey predicts M&A deal pickup in second half of 2024, J.B. Pritzker signs measure to expand abortion coverage, behavioral health provider expanding with Far South Side clinic and CTA's Red Line extension gets new financial help from the feds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the coming Democratic National Convention, from the newly announced restricted zones to Chicago donors opening their pocketbooks for Kamala Harris and J.B. Pritzker playing coy about potentially being her running mate.Plus: McDonald’s sales fall for first time since 2020, Fed expected to signal September rate cut at this week's meeting, Jewel and Mariano's parents put merger on ice to fight Colorado challenge and Crain's brand-new list of top construction firms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A huge quantum computing campus, much pursued by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, is coming to the former U.S. Steel South Works site. Crain’s technology reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about the development coming to the long fallow South Side spot.Plus: Bally's agrees to hedge fund buyout, Boeing completes deal to plead guilty over 737 Max crashes, restricted zones during the DNC, and Pritzker touts Illinois' cannabis social equity program as one poised to be a "national standard." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about top stories from the local housing market, including a historic Prairie-style kindergarten turned home for sale in Brookfield.Plus: Chicago's donor class opens its pockets for Harris; Medline exploring IPO, with possible valuation of $50 billion; Cboe to offer traders another way to hedge S&P 500 swings; and Intersect Illinois hires physicist to recruit quantum companies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The owners of the United Center want to build a $7 billion mixed-use campus around the stadium. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses the proposal with host Amy Guth.Plus: Pritzker says he's not being vetted as a Harris running mate; Foxtrot applies for liquor licenses, as does grocer replacing Dom’s; United Airlines, feds forge climate deal to track greenhouse gas data in the sky; Lurie to expand mental health training for primary care docs; and Ariel's John Rogers tapped for top post at Economic Opportunity Coalition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about Joe Biden’s exit from the 2024 presidential race, local support for Kamala Harris, her possible running mates and the upcoming DNC.Plus: Sterling Bay continues Fulton Market sell-off, California investor picks up Oak Park apartments for $60 million, ex-NBA owner in talks to buy distressed former Groupon HQ and the biggest bank in Chicago just keeps growing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz discusses his analysis of the RNC and the landscape of the presidential campaign ahead with host Amy Guth. Plus: Airlines, health systems, public services and other sectors impacted by global CrowdStrike outage; Goolsbee says Fed risks ‘golden path’ if it doesn’t cut soon; Hyatt in advanced talks to buy Standard Hotels brand; and Sephora closing Water Tower Place store, adding to Mag Mile retail vacancy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog joins host Amy Guth to discuss where the city’s sprawling megadevelopments — Lincoln Yards, Bronzeville Lakefront and The 78 — stand years after they were approved.Plus: After pouring cold water on Bears stadium deal, Pritzker sits down with Warren; Walgreens hit with lawsuit over recent stock tank; the feds' cutting-edge tech arm plants a quantum-computing flag in Illinois; Burnham Center foreclosure adds to downtown distress; and Deere backs down from diversity initiatives after online attacks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the RNC underway in Milwaukee, Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz joins host Amy Guth to discuss former President Donald Trump’s veep pick and more.Plus: Brookfield Zoo reveals $500 million redevelopment and expansion plan, suburban office vacancy just keeps climbing, auto dealerships lost $1 billion from CDK cyberattack and United removes flight attendant after NFL star handcuffed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump shook the presidential campaign and drew bipartisan condemnation from all over, including Democratic strongholds like Illinois. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Boeing warns customers of further 737 Max delays amid crisis, Mag Mile office building could go residential, distressed LaSalle Street tower loan sold to New York investors and former Loretto CFO charged in $15 million embezzlement scheme. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Staff at the Michelin-starred Ever showed Crain's how they made the dishes seen on Hulu and FX's "The Bear." Reporter Ally Marotti discusses the behind-the-scenes look with host Amy Guth.Plus: Bally's lands nearly $1 billion in casino financing in exchange for future ownership, AT&T customer calls and texts breached in massive hack, Aon taking on tricky businesses with insurance deals for Ukraine and hydrogen developers and Stellantis scores major federal grant for Belvidere. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss news from the local market, including another apartment building going condo in River North and how Chicago gives first-time homebuyers the most buying power among big U.S. cities.Plus: Mariano's and Jewel parents plan to divest 35 stores in Illinois to secure merger, untangling the 'ComEd Four' case will take months, Napleton lawsuit claims Hyundai pushed fake EV sales reporting scheme and Deere layoffs mount in the Quad Cities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cyberattacks on CDK Global led to a massive shutdown for thousands of auto dealerships in North America. Mark Hollmer, reporter for Crain’s sister publication Automotive News, talks with host Amy Guth about the saga and what lies ahead for the Hoffman Estates-based software company.Plus: Aon is slashing its suburban office space with Bannockburn move; United Airlines jet loses wheel in repeat of March incident; a new name, look and mission for Amalgamated Bank of Chicago; and Mayor Brandon Johnson spikes threat to his control over City Council meetings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss what went wrong with the upscale Chicago grocer Dom's Kitchen & Market.Plus: Mag Mile landlords get the OK to tax themselves — but not without a delay; Boeing to plead guilty to fraud for violating deal over crashes; Invenergy expands HQ again on Wacker Drive; Illinois ends fiscal year with extra cash on hand; and Discover settles class actions tied to credit card misclassifications. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin chats with host Amy Guth about upper-end home sales and a Frank Lloyd Wright home stuck in foreclosure limbo.Plus: Supreme Court denies review of Illinois gun appeals, lender looks to unload distressed JW Marriott Chicago, Jelly Belly shuttering North Chicago plant and Illinois notches a win and a loss in feds' contest for big research grants. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The outlook for Walgreens Boots Alliance keeps darkening with CEO Tim Wentworth presenting investors with an uncertain picture filled with headwinds. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about challenges ahead for the pharmacy giant — plus, an update on Howard Brown Health.Plus: Weeks after bombshell report, Guaranteed Rate board hasn't met to discuss founder's leadership; Deere reportedly laying off hundreds amid decline in farming demand; dealerships sue CDK for 'negligence in protecting users of its systems,' downtown arts college shutting down; and developer nears $1B refinancing for portfolio that includes 5 Chicago towers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A City Council subcommittee is considering a slew of new ideas to raise revenue, including a grocery tax, service tax and more. Crain’s reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about some options on the table.Plus: Boeing fraud charge and Spirit deal lay bare scope of crisis, Boots CEO reportedly leaving after Walgreens drops plan to sell, Citadel buys Goldman alum's company to trade power in Japan, and developer reviving former AT&T campus lands new largest tenant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After Outcome Health executives’ recent sentencing in federal court, Crain’s technology reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about the Chicago company’s journey from local startup darling to its founders' fraud convictions.Plus: Walgreens shares plunge on outlook cut and plans for more store closings; Mayor Brandon Johnson reportedly had a CTU helping hand in drafting letter to Springfield; AbbVie buys drug developer Celsius Therapeutics for $250 million; Northwestern releases athletics accountability report led by ex-AG Loretta Lynch; and according to Crain’s survey voters oppose Bears' stadium pitch by a 2-1 margin — but there's more to the story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk Chicago-area housing news, including how home prices here hit a new record high and details on properties on the market like one designed by a member of the band OneRepublic.Plus: SCOTUS accuses feds of "vague and unfair trap" in ruling with implications for Madigan, Volkswagen invests $5 billion in Rivian to form EV joint venture, Sterling Bay looks to sell another Fulton Market development site and Ken Griffin gives $10 million to Northwestern Medicine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Illinois abortion providers report seeing an influx of patients since the Dobbs v. Jackson decision two years ago, effectively kick-starting the transformation of abortion law across the country. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Vote on Sterling Bay project at heart of aldermanic prerogative fight delayed, Thoma Bravo is exploring a sale of Canadian auto marketplace Trader, Jump Trading's crypto chief is stepping down and Northwestern breaks ground on new stadium after rocky path to approval. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mayor Brandon Johnson won the first round of a fight with local Ald. Scott Waguespack over a residential project near Lincoln Yards. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the development and the city’s potentially shifting custom of aldermanic prerogative.Plus: Former Ald. Ed Burke sentenced to 24 months in prison, American Express buying Tock for $400 million, RXO agrees to buy Coyote Logistics for $1 billion and federal prosecutors reportedly recommend DOJ criminally charge Boeing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oberweis Dairy's new ownership regime officially took the reins at the more than 100-year-old ice cream maker emerging from bankruptcy. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: United Airlines plane turns back after engine piece falls off, Cameo moving HQ back to Fulton Market, Jewel-Osco-anchored retail center on Near West Side nets $31 million and Goolsbee says Fed can cut rates with more inflation reports like last month's. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local market, including a petition trying to block the demolition of three vintage buildings next to Wrigley Field.Plus: First look at the next Cook County budget shows a $218 million gap, Trump changes plans to stay in Milwaukee during RNC instead of Chicago, SEC fines R.R. Donnelley $2.1 million related to ransomware attack and City Hall panel to consider digital billboards on the Riverwalk as revenue source. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The foundation left behind by the failed Chicago Spire project will soon be covered as vertical construction on the first phase of Related Midwest's massive two-tower residential development gets underway. Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog talks about the plans for the Lake Shore Drive construction site with host Amy Guth.Plus: Illinois' ban on "bump stocks" remains in place despite U.S. Supreme Court decision, whistleblower says Boeing lost hundreds of bad 737 parts, feds want Outcome Health's ex-CEO Rishi Shah to do 15 years in prison, eight Northwestern projects land seed funding from Ryan family accelerator and McDonald's won't let AI run its drive-thrus — for now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Violence intervention groups are expanding around Chicago, with help from private and public funding. Crain’s reporter Corli Jay talks about the efforts with host Amy Guth.Plus: Ed Burke seeks sentencing delay, FAA probes suspect titanium used in Airbus and Boeing jets, NinjaTrader CEO sees surge in futures trading as tech draws in younger users, bank leaders say real estate pain is still confined to office and a senate bill would jail private-equity execs for health care "looting." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abortion bans are driving demand for medical residency programs in states like Illinois. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis joins host Amy Guth to discuss the national trend among fledgling doctors looking to gain full accreditation.Plus: Tempus IPO raises $410 million, at top of the range; CTA, Metra and Pace mull day pass for all 3 systems; Northwestern AD who oversaw department beset by scandal stepping aside; Crain’s Fast 50 list of Chicago’s fastest growing companies returns; and dogs will soon fly first class out of Chicago on this new airline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from the local market, including a troubled Frank Lloyd Wright row house that’s found a rescuer and two homes for sale for the first time in roughly a century.Plus: Coach houses and granny flats could soon be allowed citywide, startup Tegus to be acquired for $930M by Trott-backed rival, judge dismisses Madigan-related whistleblower suit against St. Anthony and a city panel approves subsidies for Loop office conversions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s researcher Sophie Rodgers joins host Amy Guth to discuss how medical debt weighs on Chicagoans, even when they're insured.Plus: Chicago weighs up to $3 billion of debt for O'Hare upgrades, Bally's Chicago bounced back in May after a tough April, Boeing delivered 24 jets in May as China compounds 737 Max woes, unfinished school next to St. Regis goes up for sale and Chicago takes home one win at the James Beard Awards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Congress continues to circle around Northwestern, recently threatening the school with a subpoena for impeding its investigation following President Michael Schill’s appearance on the Hill. Crain’s education reporter Brandon Dupré discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Biz leaders give Pritzker, legislators solid marks after spring session; Walgreens shelves plans for Boots IPO; United is making a digital-advertising push; and Hancock tower observation deck operator buys Signature Room space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chicago steakhouses and other high-end restaurants are increasingly implementing dress codes, establishing a new generation of attire requirements in a city that has long sought to curate its fine-dining scene. Reporter Ally Marotti talks about the move, and specific concerns that come with it, with host Amy Guth.Plus: Zurich North America offloads big part of Schaumburg HQ to Wheels; Chicago has third-most Fortune 500 companies in the U.S.; American Dental Association finalizes HQ sale to Lurie, move to Mag Mile; and Chicago Park District expands free internet access in parks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local market, including Chicago’s sagging downtown home prices and a lawsuit that claims Evanston's reparations program is unconstitutional.Plus: Foxtrot stores will start reopening this summer, Blue Cross parent shedding big office block in East Loop HQ, United throttles back hiring but still is adding thousands of Chicago jobs and Congress expands Northwestern probe over antisemitism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the U.S. senators investigating private equity’s push into health care is now targeting Ascension Illinois over its move to outsource some hospital staff. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: IBM eyes a quantum computing play in Chicago, South Loop apartment tower handed over to lender, investor weighing sale of Oak Street retail corner and Boeing 737 deliveries to China still halted amid restart reports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amid declining sales, many craft brewers have turned to hemp-derived THC drinks, which just avoided tighter restrictions in the General Assembly despite cannabis companies' lobbying efforts. Crain's consumer products reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Waste Management agrees to buy Stericycle in $7.2B deal, Boeing executives unlikely to be charged for 737 Max crashes, Deere to cut some salaried workers, Fulton Market apartment building set for hotel conversion and Rivian CEO expects U.S. EV growth to pick up with more model choices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A last-minute measure tucked in the Illinois budget meant to give retailers a break is infuriating airlines and credit card companies. Crain’s politics reporter Leigh Giangreco discusses the provision with host Amy Guth.Plus: Michigan Avenue office landlord hit with $29 million foreclosure lawsuit, Oberweis Dairy sold in bankruptcy auction, FAA vows to maintain scrutiny on Boeing, why Amazon now owns a big slice of Grubhub and Columbia College Chicago lays off 70 staffers amid budget crisis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including how Chicago-area home prices have doubled since 2000 and the median price of homes sold hit a new record in April, even surpassing the usual peaks in summer months.Plus: After working through the night, state lawmakers finalize $53.1 billion budget; CPS releases schools budget under new funding formula as $391M deficit looms; local investor buys distressed offices next to Oakbrook Center mall; and a South Loop skyscraper development site handed over to lender. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Newly released West Loop assessments hint at Fritz Kaegi’s rosier view of downtown offices. Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker talks with host Amy Guth about the first batch of numbers that point to what the Cook County assessor thinks happened with downtown office building values over the past three years.Plus: A look at the new concourse coming to O'Hare, medical waste disposal firm Stericycle is exploring a sale, T-Mobile buying U.S. Cellular assets in $4.4 billion deal and EU slaps Mondelez with price-manipulation fine as, separately, some shareholders say company isn't doing enough on Russia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain's restaurants and retail reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about recent bankruptcies and closures, including those of Oberweis Dairy, Red Lobster and the parent company of Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen & Market.Plus: West Loop assessments show Kaegi's rosier view of downtown offices, change comes to the Duchossois dynasty, condo board terminates $96 million deal to sell Loop tower, Lettuce Entertain You bringing two new concepts to River North and Lagunitas reports layoffs ahead of Chicago departure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from around the local housing market, including the second-highest sale price of 2024 and multimillion-dollar Highland Park condos attracting empty-nesters from downtown.Plus: LanzaJet lands $20 million as its green jet fuel prepares for takeoff, Lurie out of the woods after cyberattack, developers propose nearly 1,800 apartments for Fulton Market and Wilson Sporting Goods gives Caitlin Clark a signature basketball line. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From prosecutors to legal coaches for protesters, preparations are underway for the Democratic National Convention this summer in Chicago. Crain’s politics reporter Leigh Giangreco talks with host Amy Guth about lawyers making the rounds with protesters and plans from various agencies, including the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office.Plus: Legislature looks at tax breaks for quantum computing; WeWork shuttering Fulton Market location, keeping others in Chicago; Tempus, Chicago's biotech darling, files to go public; Fitch lowers the University of Chicago's financial outlook to negative; and U.S. to deploy more than $50 million to shield private hospitals from cyberattacks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Justice Department has taken initial steps in the formal process to reschedule marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Crain’s cannabis reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about what the move would mean for the bottom line of Chicago cannabis companies.Plus: Johnson hints at a new tax on professional services, major construction at O'Hare won't start till next year, developer unveils renderings for $1.1 billion project near casino site and Crain's brand-new list of top architecture firms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the best new spots for lunch, dinner or drinks downtown.Plus: Chicago won't give up nearly $50 million it's owed under Bears proposal, United Airlines says FAA has lifted operational freeze in safety review, ING says airfares can only keep rising due to supply chain problems, overhaul of Lincoln Park shopping center could include 500-unit apartment tower and Mondelez faces shareholder vote on human rights in Russia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from the local housing market, including sellers facing the reality of a downtown condo slump while other luxury markets soar.Plus: Museum of Science & Industry finally rebrands under Ken Griffin's name, McDonald's sells $1 billion of bonds as debt set to mature, Justice Department finds Boeing breached prosecution deal over Max crashes, owner of River North apartments gets $19 million refinancing, and Foxtrot and Dom's file for bankruptcy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One year into his mayorship, Brandon Johnson touts he's built inroads with Chicago's business community. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence and host Amy Guth recap his time in office up to now and look ahead at headwinds awaiting him in year two.Plus: Kraft Heinz explores a sale of Oscar Mayer; airlines, including United, sue Transportation Department over fee-disclosure rules; big LaSalle Street tenant eyes move to Wacker Drive; and Chicago's largest public companies list sees a shake-up in rankings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With new leadership, a more diverse board and the lifting of the governor's freeze-out, the City Club of Chicago has a new lease on life. Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about how the public affairs discussion group could be getting its mojo back.Plus: Trump may owe $100 million from double-dip tax breaks on Chicago tower, Chicago Fed chief says not much evidence of inflation stalling out, Oak Brook office landlord hit with $25 million foreclosure lawsuit, T-Mobile and Verizon reportedly plan to divide up U.S. Cellular and Foxtrot assets sell for $2.2 million at auction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Congress has called on Northwestern University President Michael Schill to testify amid calls for his ouster. Crain’s education reporter Brandon Dupré talks with host Amy Guth about the situations on Northwestern and other Chicago university campuses over the Israel-Hamas war.Plus: FAA oversight of United Airlines to be audited by watchdog; Ascension reports cybersecurity incident, possible data breach; investors testing the market with big suburban apartment listings; and one out of every 22 Chicago residents is now a millionaire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including a big idea behind a little house, how low mortgage rates factor into the job market and more.Plus: Legalizing video gambling in Chicago could come with a major hitch; claiming fraud, lender sues migrant shelter landlord; Rivian's first-quarter net loss widens to $1.45 billion; and Foxtrot assets to be sold at auction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The state of Illinois is closing in on what it believes could be the biggest technology project in state history: a $20 billion quantum-computing campus. Crain's reporter John Pletz discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Congress calls on Northwestern University president to testify; UChicago Medicine residents overwhelmingly vote to form union; Boeing faces a new FAA probe — this time of Dreamliner production; and changes expected for the City Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Following layoffs and compensation cuts, Moody's downgraded Duly Health & Care for "deteriorating" performance. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about the private-equity-backed physicians group's financial outlook.Plus: Airlines and City Hall reach agreement on O'Hare revamp, Illinois awards 35 new pot-shop licenses, offices near O'Hare with little vacancy hit the market and Endeavor Health posted $470 million surplus last year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.