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The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has announced the passing of Malik Murray, a prominent member of their organization.

Chicago man charged for burglary at Maine Township cancer treatment center

A 23-year-old man has been charged with burglary after being found inside a cancer treatment center with stolen items, as announced by Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart.

Armour Research Foundation Reactor honored with Nuclear Historic Landmark status

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

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

Chicago - Mayor Brandon Johnson issued a statement mourning the passing of Pope Francis.

Mayor Johnson launches initiative for Chicago's financial sustainability

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.

Northwestern University establishes regenerative engineering institute with $10 million donation

Northwestern University has announced the creation of the Querrey Simpson Institute for Regenerative Engineering (QSI RENU) with a $10 million gift from Trustee Kimberly K. Querrey.

Pope Francis' legacy of reform and compassion remembered

Catholics and non-Catholics globally are reacting to the sudden passing of Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, who served for 12 years.

World's first pollution market shows major success in India, study reports

The world's first cap-and-trade market specifically targeting particulate pollution has been evaluated in a new study co-authored by University of Chicago scholars, highlighting a successful model that reduces pollution, lowers costs, and enhances...

Jay Stieber receives 2025 Advocacy Champion Award from Chicagoland Chamber

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce PAC hosted its 9th Annual PAC Advocacy Champion Award Reception on April 16.

Study shows virtual singing fosters well-being among isolated seniors

Singing is often associated with numerous health benefits, including improved lung capacity, posture, and overall physical health.

Former cemetery worker charged for theft of over $100,000 in funeral payments

By Southland Marquee | Apr 19, 2025

A Cook County Sheriff's Police investigation has led to charges against a former employee of a Glenwood cemetery, accused of embezzling over $100,000 from funeral expenses payments.

Karen Slack to conduct vocal master class at Northwestern's Bienen School of Music

Soprano Karen Slack, who recently won a 2025 Grammy Award, is set to conduct a vocal master class at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music.

Latke-Hamantash debate moves to new venue for 78th edition, explores holiday dish trends

The annual University of Chicago Latke-Hamantash Debate, a curious tradition since 1946, took place in a new venue this year.

Jenny Trinitapoli wins 2025 Gordon J. Laing Award for book on HIV in Malawi

The University of Chicago Press has awarded the 2025 Gordon J. Laing Award to Professor Jenny Trinitapoli for her insightful book "An Epidemic of Uncertainty: Navigating HIV and Young Adulthood in Malawi."

City Colleges celebrate growth and success of athletics program

Student athletes from the City Colleges district came together to celebrate their achievements over the past year.

University of Chicago chemists introduce efficient method for molecule synthesis

Chemists at the University of Chicago have introduced a new method to build certain molecules more efficiently, using a "placeholder" technique that avoids previous complicated processes.

UChicago student and former Marine awarded prestigious Truman Scholarship for public service