Tuesday, March 18, 2025

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Finance and economics
  • by david hall
China’s economic model retains a dangerous allure

Despite the country’s current struggles, autocrats elsewhere see a lot to admire

casinos-gambling
  • by david hall
Pritzker bets FanDuel, DraftKings won't leave Illinois over hefty sports wagering tax hike

Major online oddsmakers like FanDuel and DraftKings say they have to "reevaluate" their Illinois operations with a hefty tax increase on the way. Gov. J.B. Pritzker says the state is just getting its fair share from the $1 billion industry.

city-hall
  • by david hall
Mayor unveils sidewalk snow removal pilot that one alderperson says will bring blizzard of trouble

Sidewalks would be cleared in pilot areas whenever “two inches or more” of snow and ice accumulate over a 24-hour period for a maximum of seven snow events or a one-year period, "whichever comes first.”

immigration
  • by david hall
Migrants in Chicago find ways to adjust to life in their new city

They’re finding help from community groups to navigate their way. A priority as they build lives outside of city-run shelters: learning English.