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Business

Study: Consumer laws helped limit Chicago foreclosures

Regulations against predatory lending helped prevent thousands of Chicagoans from losing their homes, according to a new report.

2 years ago | Adrian G. Uribarri

Report: Energy policy is key to Midwest's growth

The report highlights how improving energy efficiency, modernizing infrastructure and developing new energy technology will save jobs in Chicago and the Midwest.

over 2 years ago | Adrian G. Uribarri

Health system approves controversial purchasing plan

Cook County Health and Hospital System board members approved a new purchasing plan, which local business owners fear will hurt them. Also, the health system plans a series of town hall meetings this summer.

over 2 years ago | Alex Parker

Local businesses: County hospital will shut us out

A new Cook County Health and Hospital System procurement policy could save the county $20 million a year. But minority and women business owners worry the policy could leave them in the cold.

over 2 years ago | Alex Parker

Aldermen target sippy cup health risk

An ordinance would ban the sale of some products aimed at toddlers that contain BPA. Some scientists say the chemical is linked to neurological disorders and cancer.

over 2 years ago | Alex Parker

Watson wants two new City Colleges campuses

CCC officials are laying plans for new campuses. One would focus on training workers for the area’s construction trades, while the other would provide business management degrees for new employees and offer corporate training.

over 2 years ago | Peter Sachs

New supermarket may end food travails in Bronzeville

Parts of the South Side, including Bronzeville, have been labeled "food deserts" because of the lack of supermarkets and other food sources. But a new Roundy's grocery is set to open there next year.

over 2 years ago | Lindsey Reiser and Leah Westfall

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