Chicago Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.8%

Last week, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) released preliminary November 2014 unemployment rates for municipalities across the state. The city of Chicago posted a preliminary rate of 6.8%,…

The 25th U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade Shines a Light on Investment Opportunities in Chicago

CHICAGO, December 19, 2014 – Chicago served as the backdrop for the 25th U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade (JCCT) concluding today, providing a unique opportunity for the city…

Chicago Anchors for a Strong Economy (CASE) completes first five cohorts

In its first nine months, CASE has built ties between the city’s largest “anchor” institutions and its neighborhood-based businesses. The program, which was launched as part of Chicago Mayor Rahm…

Chicago by the Numbers

World Business Chicago tracks indicators from month to month to gauge the strength of several aspects of Chicago’s economy, including employment in major sectors, residential and office real estate data,…

Chicago Consular Corps Gala Pays Tribute to Chicago’s Global Leaders

CHICAGO, December 3, 2014 – Chicago Sister Cities International and World Business Chicago hosted the annual Chicago Consular Corps Gala: A Tribute to Our Global Partners on the evening of…

Chicago Colleges and Universities

The downloadable spreadsheet contains data pertaining to degrees and enrollment in colleges and universities in the Chicago region.  Data are updated as new information becomes available. Chicago Colleges & Universities – Enrollment, Degrees…

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