Chicago smashes DNC fundraising goal

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1. Chicago smashed its fundraising goal for the DNC. Here's how.

Drumming up nearly $100 million for a gigantic event in a short time shows Chicago still has the muscle to compete with other cities for a spot on the national stage. Even so, organizers point to one person's effort as the key.

2. FanDuel won't match DraftKings' Illinois surcharge

CEO Peter Jackson said the company doesn't plan on adding fees in high-tax states.

3. Amid budget challenges, CPS and CTU make little headway on contract negotiations

Previously, such slow progress on a new contract before the beginning of the school year usually signaled a coming strike. This year may be different, though.

4. Long COVID's brain fog doesn't lift for years

Northwestern neurologists teamed up with researchers in Colombia to look at the symptoms of long COVID syndrome. Next they'll study what works in cognitive rehab.

5. Molson Coors selling some of its craft beer labels

Tilray Brands will buy four breweries from the beer giant, including one prominent label from the Midwest.

6. Cars.com helped dealers cope in wake of CDK cyberattacks

CEO Alex Vetter said Cars Commerce helped find creative solutions for dealers, even as the hack affected his own business initiatives.

7. Chicago family keeps buying slices of Mackinac Island: Crain's Daily Gist podcast

The family that bought Oberweis Dairy has also been grabbing pieces of Mackinac Island and is working to patch up a ferry fleet in dire straits. Crain’s Grand Rapids Business reporter Rachel Watson discusses with host Amy Guth.

8. Detroit real estate pros sue Realtors to access listings without membership

At the crux of the lawsuit are ongoing changes to homebuying and selling being implemented by the Chicago-based NAR to resolve allegations of anti-trust law brought by homeowners.

9. Opinion: Illinois creates more budget stress with poorly structured corporate tax breaks

When it comes to economic incentives meant to create jobs, Illinois can’t get it right, writes the head of Good Jobs First, a nonprofit think tank.

10. How marketers will try to convince you mixing Coke and Oreos is a good idea

Casting themselves as “Besties,” the two brands are starting a promotion next month involving Spotify and Forever21.

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