CHICAGO— Jim Kinney, president of the state association of realtors, also tells GlobeSt.com that he does not expect the Fed to boost rates this year or next.

COLUMBUS—Bon-Ton Stores just became the latest of a series of companies that have launched massive distribution facilities in this growing market.

CHICAGO—Semblex combined three manufacturing facilities and its corporate headquarters into this one centralized location in suburban Elmhurst.

CHICAGO—A growing number of companies in the region are taking the opportunity to consolidate operations in modern facilities to boost efficiency.

CHICAGO—The amenity-rich property opened up only six months ago, but the developer already has it 80% leased.

CHICAGO—The vacancy rate has ticked down, but the big increase has been in the amount of rent coming in.

ST. LOUIS—While many investors concentrated on the top core markets during the downturn, the Dallas firm saw opportunities in second-tier markets like St. Louis.

CHICAGO—Len Caldeira, one of the top leaders of JLL, passed away recently, and this weekend, friends, family and colleagues will celebrate his life.