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Q&A: China's economy has hit a speed bump — and that matters even in Chicago

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ChicagoGlobal by H. Lee Murphy

Freshly returned from a trip to China, three local execs share impressions on the current state of U.S. relations there — and what that country's recent downturn means for Chicago's economy.

A person wearing gloves and a hairnet working in a factory line
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Global Economy

'It made me scared of camels': The Music Box Theatre brings international horror to Chicago

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ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

The Music Box Theatre brings international horror films to Chicago because they can make you terrified of things you didn't know you could be afraid of. Curators think audiences' shrieks, shouts, and screams bring people and cultures together.

The historic Music Box Theatre marquee
AJ Caughey
Global Cities

Professional cricket has come to the U.S. and Chicago is ready to host a team

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ChicagoGlobal by Jack Grieve

Major League Cricket is the country's first professional-level league for the world's second-most popular sport, and Chicago could eventually host a team.

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Europeans and Chicagoans are both tired of stolen bikes. A Midwestern Marine found a solution.

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ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

Midwest biking activists are using a grassroots strategy to highlight the lack of secure bike infrastructure in the region.

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Elizabeth Sokolich
Global Cities

Why global architecture buffs are hurrying to Columbus, Indiana. Really.

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ChicagoGlobal by Edward Keegan

Sure, Chicago is a must-see stop for visitors seeking out a taste of Midwest design. But a new exhibition makes a pretty compelling case that architecture aficionados would be wise to put this central Indiana town on their itinerary, too.

Driving into the center of Columbus, Ind., over the the Robert N. Stewart Bridge reveals a view of the Bartholomew County Courthouse and First Christian Church.
Library of Congress
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Runners from more than 140 countries participated in the Chicago Marathon

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ChicagoGlobal by Nicole L. Cvetnic

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon continues to generate significant economic benefits for Chicago, thanks to its unique characteristics and international reputation.

Start of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
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How 'reshoring' went from fringe idea to strategic vision

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ChicagoGlobal by H. Lee Murphy

Harry Moser has been around long enough to see an idea he championed — "reshoring" global supply chains back to the U.S. — become embraced by a cost-conscious manufacturing industry. All it took was a pandemic to do it.

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Green with envy? Chicago's sustainable architecture scene

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ChicagoGlobal by Nicole L. Cvetnic

Chicago is known the world over for its bold and unique architecture. After all, it’s the birthplace of the skyscraper. But how does the city compare globally when it comes to sustainable architecture?

Aerial shot of Chicago
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Chicago's hospitality business hasn't seen this bullish an outlook since 2019

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ChicagoGlobal by H. Lee Murphy

Here's why one industry pro sees reason for optimism for the Windy City travel market.

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A very real guide to Chicago's unicorn world

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ChicagoGlobal by Fiona Roach

It's not your imagination. Chicago has experienced a unicorn explosion in recent years. What makes the area so appealing?

Illustration of Chicago unicorn logos
Elizabeth Sokolich
Global Cities