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Bay Cities relocates Midwest operations to Oak Forest with 200 employees
Bay Cities has relocated its Midwest operations to Oak Forest, signing a long-term lease for 233,000 square feet. This move comes after the company operated in Cicero since 2018 and supports its transition to a standalone operation.

Dutch Bros Coffee enters Chicago market as part of plan to reach 2,029 shops
Dutch Bros Coffee is entering the Chicago market with its first location in Melrose Park, planning to hire 40 employees for the opening. The company aims to expand further with two additional suburban locations set to open later this summer.

Country clubs are looking beyond dues for revenue. The dollars are adding up.
Country clubs are diversifying their revenue streams beyond traditional membership dues and initiation fees. Operators are exploring investments and other financial strategies to enhance profitability. This shift reflects a broader trend in the real estate sector as clubs adapt to changing economic conditions.

The Cube picks Magnificent Mile for first US site
The Cube, a concept from England, has chosen the Magnificent Mile for its first location in the United States. The site will occupy a former department store and will include 21 glass cubes and three bars.

Former WNBA player Devereaux Peters shooting to redevelop shuttered Englewood school
Former WNBA player Devereaux Peters is planning to redevelop a shuttered school in Englewood. She stated that her understanding of commercial real estate developed after her retirement from professional basketball.

The National Observer: Competition heats up for high-profile real estate
Competition is intensifying for high-profile real estate as significant economic-development projects seek available space. However, the supply of suitable sites is diminishing, creating challenges for these large-scale initiatives.