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University of Illinois Chicago reinforces smoke-free campus policy
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 30, 2024
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) continues its dedication to maintaining a smoke-free campus. This commitment aligns with key State of Illinois legislation, including the Smoke-Free Illinois Act, the Smoke-Free Campus Act, and the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. These laws aim to create environments free from secondhand smoke risks.
Business leaders invited to Chicago workshop on achieving scalable growth
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 30, 2024
Business leaders often grapple with the challenge of driving growth while managing day-to-day operations. Many find it difficult to balance long-term strategy with maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
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.
Northwestern's Wirtz Center to host free concert by Mexican musical storyteller Jaime Lozano
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 30, 2024
Northwestern University’s American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) and Teatro Vista Productions (TVP) will host a free concert featuring Mexican musical theater storyteller Jaime Lozano. The event, titled “Jaime Lozano & The Familia: Songs by an Immigrant,” is scheduled for Monday, October 14 at Wirtz Center Chicago in Abbott Hall, located at 710 N. Lake Shore Drive on Northwestern’s Chicago campus.
Northwestern researchers witness nanoscale formation of water bubbles using palladium
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 30, 2024
For the first time, researchers have observed hydrogen and oxygen atoms merge to form nano-sized water bubbles in real-time at the molecular scale. This discovery was part of a Northwestern University study aiming to understand how palladium catalyzes this reaction. By examining the process at such a small scale, the team discovered ways to speed up water generation.
Daley College student leader appointed chair of ICCB's Student Advisory Committee
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 30, 2024
David, City Colleges’ student trustee on the Board of Trustees, was recently selected for another leadership role. This year, David will serve as chair of the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB)’s Student Advisory Committee (SAC).
Taylor Street closure announced for October 1
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 30, 2024
Due to a crane lift for maintenance activity and equipment removal, Taylor Street will be closed between Wolcott and Wood streets from 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, to 6 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2.
Experts discuss future of nuclear power amid rising tech-driven energy demands
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 30, 2024
Illinois and the Chicagoland region are at a crucial point for energy policy. As society pushes to combat climate change and decarbonize the economy, leading to planned closures of fossil fuel plants, energy needs are increasing.
University of Chicago reopens Main Quadrangles after summer restoration
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 30, 2024
The University of Chicago has reopened the center of the Main Quadrangles after a summer-long restoration project aimed at improving sustainability and accessibility. The project focused on enhancing the scenic corridor at the heart of UChicago’s campus-wide botanic garden.
City of Chicago revises timeline for FY2025 budget process
By A. D. Bamburg | Sep 30, 2024
The City of Chicago has announced a revised timeline for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Calendar. In accordance with Executive Order 2023-19 and the recent budget forecast, the introduction of the FY2025 Executive Budget Recommendation is now set for October 30, 2024. This change aims to allow for a more comprehensive and inclusive budget process, ensuring informed and transparent fiscal decisions that reflect the needs of Chicago residents.
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.
Chicago man charged with trafficking missing teen from downstate
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 29, 2024
A Chicago man is facing multiple felony charges after a Sheriff’s Police investigation revealed he sex trafficked a 16-year-old who had been reported missing from downstate Illinois.
Chicago man charged with trafficking missing downstate teen
By A. D. Nghiem | Sep 29, 2024
A Chicago resident, Tervon Moore, is facing serious charges following an investigation by the Sheriff's Police.
Blackhawks trim training camp roster to 41 players
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 28, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have made several roster adjustments as they prepare for the upcoming season. The team announced that defensemen DJ King and Austin Strand have been released from their professional tryout contracts (PTO) and assigned to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League (AHL). Additionally, goaltender Ben Gaudreau has been released from his amateur tryout contract (ATO) and also assigned to Rockford.
Amazon employee: ‘Career Choice has changed my life’
By C. D. McHugh | Sep 27, 2024
Sav Phifer, an area manager for Amazon, said the company’s Career Choice program on her campus “changed my life” and provided her with opportunities to better her career early.
Taylor Hall to miss practice today due to maintenance
By A. I. Benavidez | Sep 27, 2024
Forward Taylor Hall will not participate in practice today due to maintenance.
Survey shows mixed outlook among Chicago's small business owners
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 27, 2024
Chicago’s small businesses are optimistic about their own future but have less confidence in the city's economy. This sentiment was revealed in the 2024 Chicagoland Small Business Outlook, a survey conducted by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and the University of Illinois Chicago College of Business Administration.
Community production center wins fifth MCHAP.emerge award
By Southland Marquee | Sep 27, 2024
The Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP) has announced the Community Production Center Las Tejedoras, designed by Natura Futura architect José Fernando Gómez and architect Juan Carlos Bamba, as the winner of the fifth MCHAP.emerge award. The center, located in Chongón, Ecuador, serves local women artisans by providing a space to learn, create, and showcase their handmade textiles.
University professor encourages students to embrace failure through playful learning
By C. D. McHugh | Sep 27, 2024
In his Aims of Education address to new University of Chicago undergraduate students, Prof. Patrick Jagoda posed a question that he often asks in his courses.
Northwestern University offers improv workshop series for youth who stutter
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 27, 2024
Northwestern University’s Center for Audiology, Speech, Language and Learning (NUCASLL) in the School of Communication is launching a series of free public workshops using improvisation to help young people who stutter. The series, titled “Break the Blocks,” was successfully piloted last year and is expanding this fall.