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Arbor Day celebrated with tree-planting event in Chicago's West Woodlawn
By Southland Marquee | Apr 25, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in a tree-planting event in West Woodlawn, hosted by Blacks in Green, to celebrate Arbor Day.
Chicago announces $2 million in community development grants
By Southland Marquee | Apr 25, 2025
Ten neighborhood business projects will receive a total of $2 million in Community Development Grants, as announced by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicagoland Chamber hosts networking event at RPM Italian
By Southland Marquee | Apr 24, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce organized a networking lunch event on April 23 at RPM Italian, a dining establishment located in Chicago’s River North area.
Scientists find lower-dose Lyme treatment more effective than current standard
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
Lyme disease affects nearly half a million people in the U.S. annually, often leading to severe health issues if not treated early.
Learning Technology Solutions announces transition to Canvas with new resources and webinars
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
In response to recent developments, Learning Technology Solutions has announced the introduction of the Learning Management System transition website.
UChicago researchers unveil materials defying thermodynamics with potential EV battery applications
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
Researchers from the University of Chicago and the University of California San Diego have announced a discovery that could significantly impact material science and electric vehicle (EV) battery technology.
New study reveals party differences in citing science for US policy decisions
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
Societal challenges such as climate change, public health issues, and advancements in technology have long been intertwined with scientific progress.
Chicagoland Chamber reacts to Senator Durbin's retirement decision
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has responded to Senator Dick Durbin's announcement that he will not seek reelection.
Illinois Tech's reactor designated as a Nuclear Historic Landmark by American Nuclear Society
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
The Armour Research Foundation Reactor at the Illinois Institute of Technology has received recognition as a Nuclear Historic Landmark by the American Nuclear Society (ANS).
Research at Sheffield Lab seeks to unravel the neuroscience of memories
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
The research focus at the University of Chicago's Sheffield Lab is centered on understanding the neuroscience behind memory processes.
Study reveals infants' ability to learn unseen objects' names from language context
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
EVANSTON, Ill. — New research from Northwestern University and Harvard University demonstrates that infants as young as 15 months can begin to learn the names of objects they have not seen, through listening to conversations.
Northwestern student honored for organizing Midwest college blood donation drives
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago is recognizing Aparnaa Ananthakrishnan, a Northwestern University student, as the 2025 Blood Services Hero.
Lyme disease symptoms may persist due to lingering bacterial cell wall remnants
By Southland Marquee | Apr 23, 2025
Symptoms that persist long after antibiotic treatment for Lyme disease are not uncommon, and a study conducted in 2022 revealed that 14% of those treated early for the disease still developed Post Treatment Lyme Disease (PTLD).
UIC stresses travel safety protocols for international university trips
By Southland Marquee | Apr 22, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) emphasizes the importance of safety and adherence to protocols for those involved in international travel on behalf of the university.
University of Chicago students explore career options abroad over spring break
By Southland Marquee | Apr 22, 2025
During the recent spring break, students from the University of Chicago took the opportunity to explore potential career paths abroad, presenting their research and interacting with industry professionals in London, Hong Kong, and South Africa.
Chicagoland Chamber mourns the passing of Malik Murray, Senior Vice President at Ariel Investments
By Southland Marquee | Apr 22, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has announced the passing of Malik Murray, a prominent member of their organization.
Armour Research Foundation Reactor honored with Nuclear Historic Landmark status
By Southland Marquee | Apr 22, 2025
Fewer than 100 facilities in the United States have been recognized by the American Nuclear Society with Nuclear Historic Landmark status.
University of Chicago announces 2025 Academic Communicators Network Awards recipients
By Southland Marquee | Apr 22, 2025
The University of Chicago has announced the winners of the 2025 Academic Communicators Network (ACN) Excellence Awards.
Mayor Johnson expresses condolences on the death of Pope Francis
By Southland Marquee | Apr 21, 2025
Chicago - Mayor Brandon Johnson issued a statement mourning the passing of Pope Francis.
Mayor Johnson launches initiative for Chicago's financial sustainability
By Southland Marquee | Apr 21, 2025
Today, Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson signed Executive Order No. 2025-1, marking the start of a comprehensive initiative to address and improve the city's financial sustainability.