Bears bill collapse in Springfield

About this episode

The episode discusses the collapse of the Chicago Bears' tax-break plan and features an interview with Jon Asplund about Chicago's biotech industry.

The Chicago Bears’ tax-break plan died in the final stretch of the spring legislative session, clouding the team's future in Illinois. Plus: Crain’s healthcare reporter Jon Asplund talks with host Amy Guth about a company making a big bet on Chicago as a biotech hub. And, West Suburban remains in current CEO’s hands amid legal fight over shuttered hospital; Springfield delays swipe fee law for second time after bankers push back; and beer sales are up at some Chicago restaurants as diners opt out of more expensive cocktails.

People in this episode

Host: Amy Guth

Guest: Jon Asplund

Topics covered

• Chicago Bears
• tax breaks
• biotech hub
• healthcare
• restaurant sales
• legislation

Keywords

• Chicago Bears
• tax breaks
• biotech
• healthcare
• restaurant sales
• legislation
• Springfield

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chicago Bears, West Suburban, Springfield, Chicago

Places: Illinois

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