Illinois has taken a major legal step aimed at protecting immigrant families across the state, especially in large cities like Chicago. A newly passed law restricts how federal immigration enforcement operates in everyday public spaces. State leaders say the change is meant to keep residents safe when they go to

Quiet firing is quietly reshaping job satisfaction across Chicago’s offices, leaving workers disengaged, undervalued, and increasingly on edge. As the city’s workforce evolves, this passive-aggressive management tactic is fueling a new wave of workplace detachment, and it’s hitting Chicago’s civic-minded professionals harder than most. In Chicago’s diverse office landscape, from

Chicago Property Taxes Are Rising Fast Property taxes in Chicago are climbing at a pace many homeowners say they have never experienced before. Across the city, bills are landing higher than expected, but the sharpest increases are concentrated in neighborhoods on the South and West sides. These areas are home

Chicago’s data center market is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by surging demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure, cloud computing, and high-performance hardware. As AI applications expand across industries, the need for scalable, secure, and energy-efficient data center capacity has become a top priority for tech firms, financial institutions, and global enterprises.

Email marketing has become one of the most reliable tools for Chicago businesses looking to build lasting relationships with their customers. In a city where competition spans industries from retail to tech, converting casual website visitors into loyal subscribers and repeat buyers requires more than just a flashy homepage. It

Chicago’s long-running budget debate reached a critical moment this week after the City Council Finance Committee approved an alternate 2026 budget framework that removes Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed corporate head tax. The decision marks a major shift in how City Hall may address a projected $1.2 billion budget gap, while

Chicago is taking a closer look at how policies can better serve working families. Instead of relying on broad promises, the city is focusing on practical changes that reflect the everyday realities of people juggling jobs, caregiving, and rising costs. From labor protections to business-led initiatives, the effort is becoming

Chicago’s annual budget process is usually contentious, but this year it crossed a rare threshold. In a 29–19 vote, the City Council approved an alternative spending plan that directly challenges Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget proposal, signaling a breakdown in consensus at the highest levels of city government. The vote does

CHICAGO — Illinois lawmakers have approved a sweeping restructuring of public transportation governance in the Chicago region, establishing a new regional transit authority backed by about $1.5 billion in annual funding. Supporters say the move is designed to stabilize finances, prevent service cuts, and bring tighter coordination to a system

A federal judge has blocked a proposed overhaul of homelessness funding by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, halting a rule that advocates warned could have pushed tens of thousands of households nationwide back into homelessness, including thousands in the Chicago area. The injunction prevents HUD from enforcing

A recent analysis of property tax data shows a significant shift in tax burdens across Chicago, raising concerns among homeowners, particularly on the city’s South and West Sides. The findings indicate that roughly $500 million in property tax responsibility has moved onto residential property owners, even as the city’s direct

As the calendar turned to January 1, Chicago began collecting several new and increased local taxes under its newly adopted $16.6 billion city budget, a measure passed by the City Council in late December after a contentious political battle with Mayor Brandon Johnson. Council members moved forward with a revenue

Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood continues to draw attention as city officials, developers, and community groups advance a range of housing initiatives aimed at preserving affordability while accommodating new investment tied to large-scale redevelopment projects. At the center of recent discussion is the former Loretto Academy building, a long-vacant former Catholic school

As 2026 begins, small businesses across Chicagoland are recalibrating expectations after a year marked by economic uncertainty. New survey data from the UIC Business Institute, conducted in partnership with the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, suggests that while local entrepreneurs are not retreating, they are approaching the year ahead with measured

After years of organizing, quiet negotiations, and mounting pressure, workers at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry have reached a milestone that is rippling across Chicago’s cultural sector: the ratification of their first union contract. The agreement delivers 8%–10% wage increases, higher starting pay, and new workplace protections, marking

In the bustling city of Chicago, where skyscrapers dominate the skyline and concrete jungles abound, incorporating plants into office spaces can significantly enhance the work environment. Not only do plants add aesthetic appeal to indoor spaces, but they also offer a myriad of benefits that can boost employee morale, productivity,

Chicago’s skyscraper legacy often appears in architectural timelines as a series of breakthroughs in height, materials, and design. Yet behind the city’s recognizable skyline lies a deeper history—one shaped by technical adjustments, policy developments, and collective efforts rather than singular vision. While the skyline’s visual impact is widely acknowledged, the

The shift to electric vehicles has become a major trend across various sectors, with the transportation industry leading the charge. Illinois is pushing forward with its plans to integrate electric trucks into local industries, aiming to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and boost economic growth. The state is using a

A rare clash between a powerful local labor union and federal authorities has captured the attention of educators, elected officials, and community members across the city. The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is publicly questioning the timing and fairness of a second federal review of its finances — this one initiated