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Sports betting is expanding rapidly across the United States, prompting renewed debate over how governments should tax the industry. Researchers at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business argue in a new piece that there is a most efficient way to structure such taxes, weighing how different approaches affect bettors, operators, and state revenue. The discussion comes as more states legalize wagering and seek to maximize tax income from it.

A humanoid robot named SKYE attracted crowds at the Adams Elevator booth during NAEC 2026, held at McCormick Place in Chicago. The robot's presence at the elevator industry trade show drew attention from attendees, highlighting growing interest in robotics applications within the vertical transportation sector.

Chicago Booth experts argue that new chief executives need more guidance than boards typically provide. The piece examines the coaching, mentoring and peer support that can help incoming CEOs navigate their first months in the top job, and questions whether boards are doing enough to prepare new leaders for the demands of the role.

Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre has launched its 51st season with a revival of Suzan-Lori Parks' Pulitzer Prize-winning play 'Topdog/Underdog'. The production marks the opening of the company's new season, drawing attention from Chicago theatre audiences and local press to the staging of the acclaimed two-hander about brothers Lincoln and Booth.