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A rising amount of CEOs are leading their companies at home or in an office in a hotel Our annual survey highlights the most popular places in which this trend is occurring. We also look into the surprising reasons that people quit their posts in the C-suite along with some of its benefits.

Companies are increasingly relying on "navigators" who are able to aid new employees to learn on their job. This "first of its kind' program was recently offered by a tech company based in Chicago in collaboration with an local university.

Amazon fulfillment center workers were evacuated because of an incident in the early hours of Thursday morning. The evacuation was prompted by some further discussion with customers who wanted the facility in operation. It is now believed that it is reopening has resumed following customer interest.

Chicago is currently resurfacing its roads. That means motorists are likely to encounter lane closings the downtown area. Before you drive be sure to make sure you check the tread depth of your tires and the pressure.

A new study shows that nearly half of America’s top 100 airlines are losing money. Numerous factors, including rising cost of fuel and a more competitive airline industry, contribute to the financial challenges.

Save A Lot's owner Save A Lot has announced that he will close the majority of his stores located in Chicago. The remaining stores will continue operating as usual. It's a bit of a shock for shoppers used to the low prices.

Tupperware Brands, the company that invented storage of food for decades is now seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following an action brought by a whistleblower.

The aging population is increasingly turning to self-employment for income, but it can be a challenge. Here are a few suggestions to help those who are just starting out.

Local private equity firm is taking on a long-stalled project. The reorganization of a rapidly growing Chicago company's headquarters may alter the perception of that location located in the city's Loop District.

The federal government gets ready to deal with an expected power crisis, Illinois residents can anticipate their utility bills rising this summer and decreasing next winter as Illinois utilities try to keep current rates in place until 2025.

Wendell Hutson is responsible for Crain's coverage of economic development, commercial real estate and other related subjects. He received three A. Philip Randolph Messenger Awards by the National Newspaper Publishers Association. Prior to joining Crain's, Wendell Hutson worked in entertainment technology, commercial real property at Los Angeles Business Journal, DNAinfo Chicago, Illinois Real Estate Journal and Illinois Real Estate Journal.