It revolutionised the world of architecture and ushered in an era of ever taller buildings: Chicago's Home Insurance Building is considered to have been the world's first skyscraper. This is its story ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on March 1, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Exterior of the Home Insurance Building ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...