ATLANTA-While sources close to the deal aren't talking value, GlobeSt.com insiders reveal that the 10-year sign-up approaches $4 million. Not surprisingly, special telecom arrangements are part of the package.

NEW YORK CITY-The Governor was on hand earlier today to report the beginning of construction at the 460,000-SF Hutchinson Metro Center and to reveal the facility's first tenant. The organization expects to have 900 workers in place by next summer.

CHICAGO-Fast-growing Levenfeld Pearlstein's move from 33 W. Monroe St. brings occupancy at Trizec Properties' 692,000-sf Central Loop asset above 96%. The firm has 60 attorneys in offices in Chicago and north suburban Northbrook.

DES PLAINES, IL-This northwest suburb is as good a location as neighboring Rosemont for a $350-million casino, says developer Neil Bluhm, and better than any other venue in the state. That includes Elgin, he adds, site of the state's most profitable riverboat, the Grand Victoria.