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The uncertainty of real estate: What landlords should know

Chicago Biz Journals 3/31 7:00P Scott Sattler

No one could predict the indelible mark left across all industries by COVID-19, including soaring housing costs, inflation rising to the highest levels the U.S. has seen since...

Cybersecurity trends that will shape the landscape for 2023

Chicago Biz Journals 3/31 7:00P Kevin Ricci

The following 2023 cybersecurity trends are based on my interactions with clients, research, discussions with peers within the cyber ecosphere, and my involvement with the...

The Chicago Cubs have among the highest MLB payrolls, but is it paying off?

Chicago Biz Journals 3/31 9:47A Ethan Lott

The Cubs have spent about $1 million for each of their wins over the past five years.

Women in Chicago tech say they want to be 'more than just a number' moving forward

Chicago Biz Journals 3/31 9:44A Alex Zorn

Several leaders in Chicago’s tech and startup ecosystem gathered this week to discuss their journeys as female entrepreneurs to show it’s not quite the boy’s club it used to...

Chicago-area business expo aims to boost south suburban businesses, economic development

Chicago Biz Journals 3/31 9:29A Wendell Hutson

The annual business expo aims to help Chicago-area midsize company executives achieve their business goals for the year and beyond.

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Betsy DeVos-founded, Republican-funded school choice group backs Vallas campaign for Chicago mayor

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 3/30 5:12A Nader Issa

Chicago mayoral candidate and former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas received backing from prominent school choice advocates, including the Republican-funded American...

Dollars vs. decentralization: Johnson’s and Vallas’ vastly different fixes for CPS

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 3/29 3:04A Nader Issa

Chicago mayoral candidates Brandon Johnson (left) and Paul Vallas offer very different plans for Chicago Public Schools. Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times file photo Chicago Public...

Related: Brandon Johnson, Paul Vallas debate police, Kim Foxx — and ‘dismissing people’ Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News, ‘Now is the time’ for new mayor, General Assembly to avoid $600M CPS deficit, Board of Ed says Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News, Mayoral rivals Brandon Johnson, Paul Vallas debate CTU, Trump, middle-class values Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News

Paul Vallas running for mayor of Chicago because ‘our house is on fire’

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 3/28 12:37P Fran Spielman

Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas greets the crowd during his election night party on Feb. 28, when he finished on top in the first round of voting. Tyler Pasciak...

Related: Vallas urges trade unions to get out the vote, accuses CTU of ‘dirty tricks’ Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News

Illinois Democrats spending big to combat ‘extremist conservatives’ in school board races

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 3/25 11:09A Susie An | WBEZ

The Democratic Party of Illinois is recommending 84 school and library board candidates across around the state. It’s also sending direct mail against 74 candidates whom it...

Chicago State University faculty inch closer to a strike

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 3/24 1:15P Lisa Philip | WBEZ

Chicago State University Sun-Times file Faculty members at Illinois’ only predominantly Black public university could go on strike as early as April 3. University...

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Celebrate Mexican Women in the Arts at Sor Juana Festival

WTTW Arts & Entertainment 4/1 12:30P Erica Gunderson

Celebrate Mexican Women in the Arts at Sor Juana Festival Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 17:30

‘90s-Era Golden Gloves Champ Puts the Fight Into His Business

WTTW Arts & Entertainment 4/1 12:30P Erica Gunderson

‘90s-Era Golden Gloves Champ Puts the Fight Into His Business Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 17:30

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 1, 2023 - Full Show

WTTW Arts & Entertainment 4/1 12:30P WTTW News

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 1, 2023 - Full Show Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 17:30

In ‘Benjamin Banneker and Us,’ Author Discovers Hidden Black Ancestry

WTTW Arts & Entertainment 4/1 12:30P Erica Gunderson

In ‘Benjamin Banneker and Us,’ Author Discovers Hidden Black Ancestry Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 17:30

‘Glencoe’s Black Heritage’ Uncovers History of Shrinking Black Community in North Shore Suburb

WTTW Arts & Entertainment 4/1 12:30P Erica Gunderson

‘Glencoe’s Black Heritage’ Uncovers History of Shrinking Black Community in North Shore Suburb Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 17:30

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Favorite Easter candy: Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs edge out jelly beans

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 3/31 6:43A Stefano Esposito

Hanae Makino, 1, holds a plastic egg during an Easter egg hunt on Wednesday at Welles Park. Pat Nabong/Sun-Times file What’s your favorite Easter candy? If you’re like a lot...

Pepsi unveils new logo, branding ahead of cola’s 125th anniversary

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 3/30 12:23P Mike Snider | USA Today

It’s out with the old logo (left) and in with the new (right) as Pepsi reveals the new look for its cola brand. PepsiCo Beverages North America Pepsi is updating the soft...

James Beard Award finalists announced: Obelix, Kasama among nominees

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 3/29 8:05A Miriam Di Nunzio

Chef Damarr Brown is photographed inside Virtue restaurant in 2022. The chef de cuisine is nominated for a 2023 James Beard Award. Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times The James Beard...

Dining Out in Chicago: News and notes on the local restaurant scene

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 3/28 7:12A Denise I. O’Neal

Pasture-raised chicken is among the featured menu items at the 99 Counties spring farm dinner on April 16. Edward Boe Here’s some of what’s happening in Chicago’s culinary...

Chipotle to pay $240K to ex-workers for closing store that sought union

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 3/27 8:10A Patrick Whittle | AP

AP PORTLAND, Maine — Chipotle Mexican Grill has agreed to pay $240,000 to former employees as part of a settlement stemming from a complaint that the company violated federal...

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J.Crew’s Spring Collection

Sequins and Stripes 3/28 3:44A Liz

shop this look : Bow Back Liberty Dress , Twist Knot Metallic Heels , Hand Knotted Raffia Clutch , Flower Hoop Earrings J.Crew s new spring collection launched at is quite literally a spring time...

A Week of Outfits

Sequins and Stripes 3/27 1:31A Liz

shop this look : Beyond Yoga Top and Leggings Lots of color for Monday morning yoga! shop this look : Rhode Malo Dress I really really love Rhode dresses . Their prints make me so happy and their fits...

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Coffee with Liz • March 24, 2023

Sequins and Stripes 3/24 9:16A Liz

I m spending three days at the Masters in a few weeks. What to wear? Obviously, I need some comfortable options but would love to make it fun, too. I think a fun dress with sneakers, a s i m p l e...

Madewell 25% off sale try on

The Golden Girl 3/24 8:37A Jess

Happy Friday! Whew this was a whirlwind of a week over here. How was yours!? For us, not only was it a wild catch up week (as all post-vacation workweeks are) but we kicked off the week taking June to...

3 layering tips to dress springy (but warm!)

The Golden Girl 3/23 4:18A Jess

It s the END OF MARCH. We ve made it to official spring–but here in the midwest. (Although the day we got back from Florida it was snowing ?????). Luckily it has since warmed up–so I really can t...

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Darrion Williams, 16, killed in shooting, played for Crane Medical Prep High School

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 4/1 12:23P Michael O'Brien

Darrion Williams in his basketball uniform for Crane Medical Prep High School in an undated photo. Provided by family Darrion Williams turned 16 last week. Just a sophomore at...

Offers piling up for Morgan Park athlete Tysean Griffin

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 3/31 7:40P Mike Clark

Tysean Griffin’s a three-star prospect ranked 10th among Illinois juniors and 45th nationally among athletes in the 247Sports composite ratings. Allen Cunningham/Sun-Times Two...

High school baseball: Simeon’s Trey Butler on cusp of big things

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 3/26 5:40A Mike Clark

Simeon’s Dennis “Trey” Butler (1) reacts during the game against Amundsen. Kirsten Stickney/For the Sun-Times Trey Butler started playing baseball when he was 3 years old,...

High school basketball: Downers Grove North’s Jim Thomas wins City/Suburban Hoops Report Coach of...

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 3/25 5:15A Joe Henricksen

Downers Grove North coach Jim Thomas looks on during the state semifinal game against Moline at State Farm Center. Kirsten Stickney/For the Sun-Times When Jim Thomas and his...

High school basketball: James Brown, the state’s top junior, leaves St. Rita for Missouri prep...

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 3/24 9:08A Michael O'Brien

St. Rita’s James Brown (13) loses the handle on the ball against Joliet West’s Jeremy Fears Jr. Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times James Brown, currently the top...

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It’s Baby Boomers vs. Millennials in the Housing Market’s Hunger Games—Guess Who’s Winning?

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 12:30P Clare Trapasso

Photo-Illustration by Realtor.com; Source: Getty Images (2) It s baby boomers versus millennials in the housing market s own version of The Hunger Games. And in today s cutthroat environment, where...

6 Common Myths About USDA Home Loans (Hint: They Aren’t Just for Farms)

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 11:30A Kimberly Dawn Neumann

Getty Images In today s high-priced, unpredictable housing market, selecting the right mortgage is a make-or-break moment. Choose right, and you could save many thousands of dollars on interest ,...

From Showroom to Home: 5 Ways To Pull Off a Trauma-Free Furniture Delivery

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 10:30A Larissa Runkle

Photo-Illustration by Realtor.com; Photos: Getty Images (2) Wahoo! You’ve finally gotten around to replacing a couch that’s older than you are. Or maybe you re investing in a king-size mattress that...

Striking New Jersey Home of a Macy’s Heir Shops for a Buyer for $1.5M

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 9:30A Kristine Hansen

Realtor.com A spectacular New Jersey home  with incredible links to American history needs a new steward. The 4,950-square-foot estate is in Red Bank, NJ , in the township of Middletown. It is...

‘Rock the Block’ Sinks to a New Low They Won’t Even Call By Its Real Name

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 8:30A Lisa Johnson Mandell

HGTV This week s Rock the Block sinks to a whole new level—all by bringing an oft-overlooked room to whole new heights. In the episode Lower Level Face Off, the four design teams are challenged to...

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FDA Approves Over-The-Counter Narcan. Here's What it Means

WTTW Health 3/29 5:51A Associated Press

FDA Approves Over-The-Counter Narcan. Here s What it Means Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 10:51

How a West Side Congregation is Helping Migrants Bused to Chicago From the Border

WTTW Health 3/28 5:58P Joanna Hernandez

How a West Side Congregation is Helping Migrants Bused to Chicago From the Border Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 22:58

Lead Paint Is Still a Problem in Chicago Apartments, but Expanded Screening Is a Costly Proposition

WTTW Health 3/27 5:41P Paris Schutz

Lead Paint Is Still a Problem in Chicago Apartments, but Expanded Screening Is a Costly Proposition Monday, March 27, 2023 - 22:41

Addressing the Needs of Latino Communities and the Role of ‘Promotores de Salud,’ 3 Years Into the...

WTTW Health 3/25 12:30P Eunice Alpasan

Addressing the Needs of Latino Communities and the Role of ‘Promotores de Salud,’ 3 Years Into the COVID-19 Pandemic Saturday, March 25, 2023 - 17:30

As South Bans Abortion, Thousands Turn to Illinois Clinics

WTTW Health 3/25 10:24A Associated Press

As South Bans Abortion, Thousands Turn to Illinois Clinics Saturday, March 25, 2023 - 15:24

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