Stuart Loren: Chicago’s economy is resilient to AI disruption risk compared with other metros February 20, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. The core sectors prone to AI-driven disruption account for only 28% of Chicago's GDP. In New York, that figure is 42%.
Stuart Loren: Chicago’s economy is stagnant. The mayor’s budget will only make the fiscal storm worse December 16, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Policies such as the head tax threaten to make Chicago’s fiscal problems worse by discouraging job creation and economic activity.
Stuart Loren: Chicago needs less chaos and more common sense August 31, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. One way to create a safer city is through implementing sensible policies. A last resort is sending in the National Guard.