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An increasing number of chief executives run their businesses from their homes or in an office in a hotel Our annual survey highlights the top places in which this trend is occurring. We also examine the unanticipated reasons for people to leave their executive positions in the C-suite, along with some of its benefits.

Businesses are increasingly turning to "navigators" who are able to aid new employees to learn on their job. A Chicago tech firm recently partnered with a local school in launching this first-of-its-kind program across the country.

Amazon employees evacuated the fulfillment center because of the fire that broke out on early on Thursday morning. The evacuation was prompted by customers who expressed their desire to be operational. It now appears that it will be reopened. has been reopened following interest from customers.

Chicago is currently resurfacing its roads. That means drivers may encounter lane closures the city's downtown. Before you head out on the roads, be sure to inspect the tread depth of your tires and the pressure of your air.

A new study shows that more than half of America's top 100 airlines lose money. Numerous factors, including rising fuel costs and an increasingly competitive airline industry, contribute to the financial challenges.

The owner of Save A Lot has announced that he is planning to 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 has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a whistleblower lawsuit.

Self-employment is a very popular choice for older adults, but it's not always easy. Here are a few tips to help those who are just starting out.

Local private equity company is taking on long-stalled project. Reorganization can change one of Chicago's fast-growing companies' views of its headquarters in Chicago's Loop district.

The federal government gears up to address an anticipated power outage, Illinois residents can anticipate their utility bills rising this summer and decreasing next winter as Illinois utilities work to hold current rates in place until 2025.

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