Aug 21, 2024

A big convention should bring big business … right?

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A lot of Chicagoland restaurants were hoping for a shot in the arm courtesy of the Democratic National Convention this week.

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Democratic National Convention not the pick-me-up hoped for by Chicago area businesses

by Nova Safo

Aug 21, 2024

Restaurants near the DNC taking place in downtown Chicago were hoping for a shot in the arm from the event, but some are discouraged.

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A fine-tooth comb and Jay Powell's words

by Sabri Ben-Achour

The annual economic policy symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming starts tomorrow, it’s a big deal for economists and central bankers. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is speaking there on Friday, and anytime he speaks markets listen. Lets’s dig in with Susan Schmidt, head of public equity at the State of Wisconsin Investment Board.

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Remote work has been a boon for older workers with disabilities

by Sabri Ben-Achour , Chris Farrell and Alex Schroeder

Aug 21, 2024

And working from home expands job opportunities for people with disabilities of all ages.

"Telework expands employment options for all workers of all ages dealing with disabilities — and that includes older workers," said Marketplace's Chris Farrell.

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