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Chicago Loop Alliance has announced the full lineup for its event series, Sundays on State.

Avery Willis Hoffman named artistic director of Court Theatre

Avery Willis Hoffman has been appointed as the Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director of Court Theatre, starting November 1.

Study finds nearly one-fourth of teens use dating apps without harming mental health

Nearly one in four teenagers are using dating apps, according to a recent study by Northwestern Medicine.

Scientists develop integrated silicon chip combining quantum light with electronics

For the first time, scientists from Northwestern University, Boston University, and the University of California, Berkeley have developed a silicon chip that integrates quantum light-generating components with classical electronic control circuits.

UIC hosts UIDP conference to discuss future of university-industry partnerships

By Southland Marquee | Jul 21, 2025

Join the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) for the Fall 2025 UIDP conference.

New book by UChicago professor questions focus on objective truth in democracy

By Southland Marquee | Jul 21, 2025

During a 2017 Meet the Press interview, Kellyanne Conway, then-Counselor to the President, used the term "alternative facts" to describe a false statement.

Chicagoland Chamber celebrates members featured in Crain's Notable Leaders List

By Southland Marquee | Jul 19, 2025

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has announced that 21 of its members have been recognized in Crain’s Notable Leaders List.

Illinois Tech's rehab counseling program ranks 11th nationally

By Southland Marquee | Jul 19, 2025

Illinois Tech's rehabilitation counseling education program has been recognized as one of the top programs in the United States.

Chicago student's journey through community college leads to media career

By Southland Marquee | Jul 18, 2025

Many students feel pressured to attend a four-year college immediately after high school.

Nobel laureates call for renewed diplomacy amid rising risks of nuclear conflict

By Southland Marquee | Jul 18, 2025

Following a three-day conference at the University of Chicago, Nobel laureates and nuclear experts have issued an urgent appeal to world leaders to return to diplomacy to prevent nuclear war.

Economist warns against politicizing Federal Reserve amid historic debt levels

By Southland Marquee | Jul 17, 2025

As President Trump considers the possibility of dismissing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, Martin Eichenbaum, a prominent economist at Northwestern University, has voiced concerns about such a move.

Floating monument program honors historic Mecca Flats at Illinois Tech

A public art project, "for Mecca," will be unveiled at Illinois Institute of Technology in summer 2025.

University of Chicago study links fast-food order habits to increased restaurant productivity

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people opted for takeout or delivery instead of dining in due to restrictions and safety concerns.

Blackhawks announce full schedule for upcoming centennial season

The Chicago Blackhawks, in collaboration with the National Hockey League, have announced their regular-season schedule for the 2025-26 season.

Northwestern's 'dancing molecules' treatment receives FDA orphan drug designation

“Dancing molecules,” a new treatment for acute spinal cord injuries developed at Northwestern University, has been granted Orphan Drug Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Mayor appoints new executive director for Chicago public safety administration

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the appointment of Era Patterson as the Executive Director of the Chicago Office of Public Safety Administration (OPSA).

Mayor attends Jigzibik affordable housing groundbreaking with city officials

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Jigzibik affordable housing complex.

UIC introduces expanded U-PASS options with Metra Rail inclusion

UIC students now have the option to enhance their U-PASS benefits by adding Metra Rail through the U-PASS+ program.

University of Chicago researchers develop new technique for compact data storage