Monthly Archives: March 2017

News & Scoops

Art Institute pulls gala from the Woman’s Board

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

The Art Institute of Chicago pulled one of the long-held duties of its Woman's Board--the gala.... Read More →

News & Scoops

Chicago banker reflects on crime in Chicago and solutions

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Eric Smith, market president for Fifth Third bank, says CEOs need to focus on helping neighborhoods.... Read More →

News & Scoops

Billy Dec’s got a brand new thing

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Chicago restaurateur and entrepreneur is embarking on a new adventure.... Read More →

News & Scoops

Oakley pushed out of the Garden but embraced at Orr

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

NBA star Charles Oakley met with students from Orr High School.... Read More →

News & Scoops

DuSable’s Roundhouse will star at Expo Chicago

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

The Roundhouse at DuSable Museum of African American History will be home for a grand exhibition by Palais de Tokyo, the Paris-based contemporary art center.

The exhibit is part of Expo Chicago, the contemporary and modern … Read the rest

News & Scoops

U. of C. expands fundraising campaign to $5 billion

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

The University of Chicago has expanded its fundraising campaign to a record $5 billion.

“By raising the goal, we’re recognizing the success of the campaign to date, and affirming the University’s determination to broaden access for … Read the rest

News & Scoops

From board room to battle zone

Published on March 7th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Marcus Lemonis and Phil Tadros aren't the first business execs in town to go after each other in court.... Read More →

News & Scoops

He served up Chinese cuisine. Now he’s serving time

Published on March 1st, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Chicago restaurateur and chef Tony Hu pleaded guilty last year to felony fraud and money laundering.... Read More →

On the Scene

Kennedy waxes poetic at event for Special Olympics

Published on March 1st, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

The Chicago businessman headlined a fund-raising event for Special Olympics Chicago.... Read More →