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Mayor Johnson travels to London seeking stronger economic ties
By J. D. Suayan | Oct 4, 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson is set to visit London this month, aiming to enhance Chicago's global presence and economic opportunities. The trip coincides with the Bears game, which is expected to boost tourism from a key international market.
UIC offers flu vaccine clinics for eligible employees and retirees
By J. D. Suayan | Oct 4, 2024
State of Illinois employees and retirees who are enrolled in the Quality Care Health Plan or state-sponsored managed care plans, including Health Maintenance Organizations or Open Access Plans, can receive seasonal flu shots. However, dependents, spouses, contractual workers, volunteers, consultants, part-time employees not enrolled in a group insurance plan, and students are not eligible for this program. Additionally, employees who have opted out of health insurance coverage through the state cannot participate.
University of Chicago alumna Ling Ma awarded 2024 MacArthur Fellowship
By J. D. Suayan | Oct 1, 2024
Ling Ma, an alumna of the University of Chicago and a distinguished fiction writer, has been awarded a 2024 MacArthur Fellowship. The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation grants these fellowships annually to individuals across various disciplines who exhibit "exceptional originality in and dedication to their creative pursuits." Recipients are provided with $800,000 stipends for use at their discretion.
UIC releases annual security and fire safety report for 2024
By J. D. Suayan | Oct 1, 2024
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has released its 2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This year's report aims to engage the community in shaping the university's public safety ecosystem.
Blackhawks reduce training camp roster to 32 players
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 30, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks announced today that they have assigned forwards Zach Sanford and Brett Seney to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League. Additionally, the team has released goaltender Mitchell Weeks from his professional tryout (PTO) and assigned him to Rockford.
Blackhawks reduce training camp roster to 35 players
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 29, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced several roster changes, reducing their training camp squad to 35 players. The team has assigned forwards Colton Dach, Cole Guttman, Ryder Rolston, Samuel Savoie, and Landon Slaggert to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League (AHL). Additionally, defenseman Ethan Del Mastro has also been sent to Rockford.
Northwestern University announces fall lineup at Wirtz Center Chicago
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 23, 2024
Northwestern University's Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for Performing and Media Arts in Chicago will host four productions this fall, each highlighting significant historical figures or cultural traditions and exploring art's healing power.
Chicago issues RFI seeking new first responder technologies
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 22, 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the issuance of a Request for Information (RFI) to gather recommendations on first responder technology. This move aims to ensure prompt attention from first responders during emergencies. The City of Chicago, as previously stated in February 2024, will discontinue using acoustic gunshot detection technology from SoundThinking, Inc. starting Sunday, September 22, 2024.
UChicago students share stories behind award-winning study abroad projects
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 18, 2024
The University of Chicago’s Office of Study Abroad has organized annual photo, video, and writing contests since 1997. The student entries illuminate their experiences working or studying abroad.
Fermilab's short-baseline near detector identifies first-ever neutrino interactions
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 10, 2024
Scientists working on the Short-Baseline Near Detector (SBND) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory have identified the detector’s first neutrino interactions.