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Our annual survey indicates that an the majority of chief executive officers are leading their companies from home or in hotel rooms. We also look at the reasons that people are leaving C-suite jobs as well as its advantages.

Companies are increasingly turning to "navigators" who are able to assist new employees in learning on the job. This "first of its kind program was recently launched by a Chicago-based tech firm in partnership with the local university.

Amazon employees evacuated the fulfillment center because of an fire early on Thursday morning. The evacuation was prompted by customers who expressed their desire for it to remain operational. It now appears that it is reopening is now underway following the interest of customers.

Chicago is currently resurfacing its streets. This means that drivers will encounter lane closures in the city's downtown. But before heading out onto the streets, make certain to check your tires' tread depth and the pressure of your air.

According to a new report almost half of America's most profitable airlines are losing money according to research. These financial problems result from a range of reasons, including rising fuel costs and a more competitive airline industry.

The owner of 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 could be a shock to shoppers accustomed to shopping there at low costs.

Tupperware Brands, the company that pioneered storage of food for decades is now seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following the whistleblower lawsuit.

More seniors are taking on self-employment to earn a living, but it can be a challenge. Here are a few tips to help them get started.

Private equity company in the locality takes over stalled project. Reorganization is likely to change one of Chicago's fastest-growing businesses' views of its headquarters in Chicago's Loop district.

As the federal government prepares 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 hold current rates in place until 2025.

Wendell Hutson is responsible for Crain's coverage of economic development commercial real estate, as well as other topics related to these. He received three A. Philip Randolph Messenger Awards from the National Newspaper Publishers Association. Before joining Crain's Wendell Hutson was a reporter covering entertainment, technology and commercial real property at Los Angeles Business Journal, DNAinfo Chicago, Illinois Real Estate Journal and Illinois Real Estate Journal.