Northbrook and other nearby suburbs have a hard time making millennials happy even if the transportation hurdle is cleared, Deerfield-based economist Aaron Gruen said.

“All towns should make sure they have places that ‘make experiences’ to attract millennials, starting with shops and restaurants,” he said. “And millennials don’t need to buy a Northbrook ranch, or someplace grander. They don’t have children – dogs and cats are their children.”

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
July 27, 2016
“Some Northbrook companies finding it tougher to attract younger employees”