02/17/21: What the Tribune’s new owner means for local journalism

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A hedge fund known for cutting costs is set to acquire the publisher of the Chicago Tribune. Reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss how the sale could impact the future of local news in the city. Plus: Ariel Investments launches effort to boost Black and Latinx businesses, Pritzker moves to balance budget with new corporate levies,1871 will absorb tech incubator Catapult and former pro baseball player sues McDonald’s over alleged systemic racial discrimination.