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1. Downtown hotels have rooms to fill ahead of DNC

Lower-than-expected bookings for next week's gathering could fuel skepticism about the value of high-exposure events like the DNC or NASCAR Chicago Street Race that encroach on traditionally strong summer tourism months.

2. Snelling says CPD will intervene the 'moment' DNC protests turn violent

Officers will be watching protests closely for violence and also plan to step up patrols along Michigan Avenue during next week's convention, CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling said.

3. Pritzker signs bill allowing digital driver's licenses, hundreds of others

Other new laws include the designation of an official state mushroom, a ban on fluorescent light bulbs and more.

4. Democrats plan DNC side rally for Jewish voters alienated by Gaza protests

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman and New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker are among at least a dozen lawmakers who will headline the launch event on the sidelines of the convention.

5. Hospitals inch toward recovery as labor woes ease, Fitch says

It’s a welcome sign after the spread of COVID-19 led to staff shortages and a decline in lucrative elective procedures, ramping up pressure on the hospital sector.

6. A provider shortage leaves too many patients waiting — and waiting

The number of qualified professionals falls far short of a demand that's greater than ever.

7. Morningstar targeted in lawsuit over one of its investment tools

Members of university-sponsored retirement plans allege an advice tool the firm co-developed steered investors into products that were not in their best interest.

8. Johnson's 'Treatment Not Trauma' health plan so far: Crain's Daily Gist podcast

Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis and analyst Sophie Rogers join host Amy Guth to discuss Chicago’s aim for a progressive approach to its mental health crisis.

9. Don't miss an enlightening talk on the business case for DEI

DEI has, in a few short years, gone from buzzword to flashpoint. Crain's is gathering a panel of thought leaders to explore the state of DEI initiatives now and what the future holds. Register by Sept. 17.

10. Hinsdale mansion sells for $6 million in win for preservationists

The sale of the century-old Park Avenue property follows news of another historic home going under contract last week in Hinsdale, where preservationists have fought widespread teardowns.