Commentary and Analysis

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.

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

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.

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

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?

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

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

How did Paris, Chicago, and Beijing's rivers get so dirty, and what do their cleanup efforts have in common?

Universities can serve as economic engines for rural cities, but collaboration between academia, government, and the private sector is key to sustainable growth.

Recent place-based federal investments bet big on the Midwest's ability to lead in the production of electric vehicles and clean energy technology.