Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an order directing funds to aid food insecurity, aiming to support local businesses and families awaiting SNAP benefits.

Chicago reached an $18M settlement with DoorDash over a misleading "Chicago Fee" and unauthorized restaurant listings; the deal includes payments and credits for restaurants, drivers and users.

Illinois' Department of Human Services confirmed the resumption of full SNAP benefits after the federal shutdown, with payments expected by November 20th.

Walgreens removed paid holiday pay for many hourly store workers after Sycamore Partners' buyout, a change employees say will shave hundreds from paychecks.

Investindustrial agreed to buy Oak Brook’s TreeHouse Foods for about $2.9 billion. Shareholders will get $22.50 a share and a contingent right tied to litigation recoveries.

Ineos is planning another round of layoffs at its Joliet‑area chemical plant in Channahon, the latest disruption at a site that has cut jobs before.

Saks Off 5th will close its Loop State Street store in June 2026 as part of a national round of closures that will affect up to nine Off 5th locations.

Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke at the UN about what he sees as human rights violations in Chicago, criticizing federal immigration and SNAP policy changes.

The RTA announced there will be no fare hikes or service cuts for Chicago transit due to expected revenue from a new bill, which also adds $1.5 billion in funding.

October's announced layoffs hit a 22-year high, with tech and warehousing leading cuts that could ripple through Chicago's workforce.

Chicagoland businesses and community programs provide aid to SNAP recipients affected by the government shutdown by offering free meals and assistance.

Former Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley co-founded merchant bank Great Lakes Global Partners, focusing on the intersection of capital markets and public policy. He was also honored for transforming Navy Pier into a key tourist destination.

McDonald’s acknowledges a national penny shortage affecting cash transactions, leading to rounded change at certain locations due to penny production cessation for economic reasons.