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11/14/23: Fallout from Walgreens' cost-cutting scramble Nov 13, 2023

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Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about Walgreens' second round of corporate staff reductions in recent months, as well as a new role at the CDC for former Chicago health chief Dr. Allison Arwady. Plus: Mayor Johnson picks Arwady's replacement in the city's Public Health Department, Chicago's tallest apartment building goes up for sale, the clan that owns Napleton Automotive Group buys one of the most recognizable office properties in the suburbs and Chicago's top accounting firms see an average 7% uptick in headcount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/13/23: Greg Hinz on what's in store for Ed Burke in federal court Nov 10, 2023

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Political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about the corruption trial getting underway for Chicago's longest-serving City Council member, former Ald. Ed Burke. Plus: The council OKs a paid leave measure that requires employers to give full-time workers at least 10 days off; Tesla nears a deal to open a downtown service center; Walgreens replaces its chief medical officer in the latest shakeup; and lawmakers OK a plan to allow small-scale nuclear development in Illinois. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/09/23: National Association of Realtors besieged within and without Nov 08, 2023

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including lawsuits and a new CEO for the embattled NAR, and a look inside a few local time capsule homes. Plus: Effort to raise tax on high-end property sales will go to Chicago voters, Rivian ends exclusive deal to supply Amazon vans while upping production forecast, United Airlines expects record Thanksgiving travel and Chicago has a new three-star Michelin restaurant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/08/23: Restaurants already tightening belts ahead of tipped wage bump Nov 07, 2023

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Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about how local restaurants are preparing for the tipped wage increase. Plus: Motorola's stock tops $300 for the first time, Mondelez will raise prices next year on some products, gun rights groups to seek Supreme Court ruling on assault weapons ban, and WeWork goes bankrupt and signs pact with creditors to cut debt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/07/23: Migrants' shelter problems could soon worsen Nov 06, 2023

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Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about a potential public health crisis brewing as asylum seekers winter looms for asylum seekers. Plus: Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa resigns from City Council leadership roles, the city plans (again) to put O'Hare concession contracts out for bid, 1.2 million Cook County Health patients' data may be compromised and Chicago gets $336 million loan from EPA to replace lead pipes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/06/23: Chicago about to expand PTO requirements for employers Nov 03, 2023

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Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about a proposal requiring all employers in Chicago to provide 10 paid days off for employees starting next year that has been set up for a final City Council vote. Plus: Howard Brown workers plan to strike for second time in less than a year, Walgreens slashing bonuses amid cost cuts, Baxter reveals outlook after dramatic restructure and Illinois Institute of Technology is opening a life-sciences lab in Fulton Market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/02/23: There's a catch behind Chicago's home-price hot streak Nov 01, 2023

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market including how Chicago has hit its fourth month of having the fastest-growing home prices in the U.S. Plus: 14-story Fulton Market hotel proposed; ADM, Deere and others push Yellen to act fast on green jet fuel tax policy; WeWork reportedly plans to file for bankruptcy; and a jury finds realtors and big brokerages colluded on commissions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11/01/23: A suburban property-tax jolt Oct 31, 2023

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Crain’s politics reporter Leigh Giangreco talks with host Amy Guth about Cook County residential property taxes in the northern suburbs, which are going up by 15.7%. Plus: Northwestern's stadium proposal narrowly survives first Evanston City Council vote, GE HealthCare stock up after beating investor estimates, McDonald's tops estimates on higher prices as U.S. visits dip and Field Museum receives $20 million gift for education initiatives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

10/31/23: What's in store for Chicago's biggest health provider Oct 30, 2023

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Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about industry news, including how Advocate’s new Illinois chief plans to navigate the company’s post-merger realities. Plus: 'Mansion tax' proposal heads for a City Council vote, Illinois a big winner in tentative agreements between UAW and the Detroit Three, warehouse development keeps outpacing demand and Northwestern faculty question university over Ryan Field rebuild financing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

10/30/23: What separates Chicago's most innovative companies from the rest Oct 27, 2023

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Crain's reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about Crain’s 2023 list of Chicago’s Most Innovative Companies. Plus: Ford deal a "stunning victory" for union, Chicago renews shelter contract with Favorite Healthcare Staffing, California firm buys shopping centers near Midway Airport and United and Delta CEOs warn proposed legislation would doom airline loyalty programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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