When John Calamos took his mutual-fund company public in 2004, not only did he join the ranks of the world's richest people; he also invited the kind of scrutiny and criticism he had never faced as a private businessman Read more
After years in the doldrums, Motorola has hot new products and a rising stock price. Leading the revival is the scrappy Ed Zander, who's betting big on “the device formerly known as the cell phone” Read more
The disc jockey known as El Pistolero has helped turn Spanish-language radio station WOJO into a certified ratings hit. But his remarks about gays have stirred criticism from activist groups Read more
There's a reason why part-time workers covet jobs at Starbucks: the company offers them health care coverage and other generous perks. But amid rising competition, can even this hegemonic juggernaut continue such benefits? Read more
At the heart of Chicago’s Loop, Block 37 has stood vacant since 1989. But spurred by a new development team, a flurry of construction is under way at the site, suggesting that at last, this time, the earth will move Read more
Trying to wake its sleepy town center, Skokie has bypassed upscale retail in favor of luring science and technology companies. But will the suburb's $750-million plan pay off? Read more
How to get rich quick: First, gain part ownership of a 100-year-old trading floor. Next, offer stock to the public. Then, make sure its value goes up tenfold Read more
Over the past 15 years, Kenneth Griffin has quietly—even secretively—built one of the world's largest and most successful hedge funds. Now he and his wife, owners of a $60-million Cézanne, are rising stars on the city's culture and charity scenes. Read more
