Regions

Chicago & the Midwest

All of our content covering Chicago, and also states including Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

Past Events

Strengthening Regional Economies for a Sustainable Midwest

PAST EVENT

Ahead of the Cities Summit of the Americas, the Council brings together local and national leaders to explore policy priorities for a sustainable Midwest.

Jan 25

Matt Watson

We Will Chicago: Economic Development

PAST EVENT

The final public engagement event in the We Will Chicago series gathers local and international leaders to discuss models of equitable economic development.

Nov 10

Josh Hild

View all Past Events related to Chicago & the Midwest

Commentary & Analysis

September 29, 2023

Green with envy? Chicago's sustainable architecture scene

BLOG

ChicagoGlobal by Nicole L. Cvetnic

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?

AP Photos

Global Cities

September 22, 2023

Chicago's hospitality business hasn't seen this bullish an outlook since 2019

BLOG

ChicagoGlobal by H. Lee Murphy

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

A statue of a man on horse with skyscrapers in the background

Global Economy

View all Chicago & the Midwest Commentary & Analysis

Research

September 27, 2023

A Tale of Two Regions: The Economic and Political Importance of Different Paths to Heartland Renewal

RESEARCH

Working Paper by Coauthors

The regeneration strategies of the former industrial areas of Pittsburgh in the US and Germany's Ruhr offer lessons for other regions in economic transition.

AP Photos

Global Cities

May 4, 2023

Upstream Illinois: Strategies to Boost Illinois' Blue Economy

RESEARCH

Report by Alaina Harkness

This report by Nonresident Fellow Alaina Harkness offers a blueprint for inclusive growth and innovation in the blue economy grounded in the Great Lakes.