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The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has issued guidance to its campus community in response to recent reports of increased law enforcement activity across Chicago, including possible immigration enforcement and National Guard deployment.

Citizens for Clean Water leader on ballot access: 'Clean water is not partisan—it’s a human right'

Shirlynda "Shirl" Hamilton, leader of Citizens for Clean Water and candidate for Commissioner, has expressed concerns regarding Illinois election laws.

Northwestern's Wirtz Center announces fall lineup exploring technology, identity, culture

Northwestern University’s Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for Performing and Media Arts in Chicago has announced its fall 2025 season, featuring three productions that explore technology, identity, and cultural memory.

Northwestern researchers map bacterial strategy for turning plant waste into bioenergy

Researchers at Northwestern University have discovered how the soil bacterium Pseudomonas putida reorganizes its metabolism to break down lignin, a tough plant material.

Northwestern scientists develop new catalyst for unsorted plastic waste recycling

Chemists at Northwestern University have developed a new catalyst that could simplify the recycling of polyolefin plastics, which are widely used in single-use items such as trash bags, condiment bottles, milk jugs, and shampoo bottles.

Chicago-Kent professor honored nationally after launching new intellectual property law clinic

Chicago-Kent College of Law Assistant Clinical Professor Michelle J. Miller has been recognized by the National Bar Association’s Women Lawyers Division, receiving a nomination for the Exceptional Academia Award.

Chicagoland Chamber hosts annual Golf Classic with focus on networking and community

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce held its 2025 Golf Classic on August 26, bringing together more than 100 business and civic leaders from the Chicago area.

Peggy Mason selected as speaker for University of Chicago Aims of Education address

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Northwestern seeks public assistance in search for missing professor Nina Kraus

By Southland Marquee | Sep 1, 2025

Northwestern University has announced that Professor Nina Kraus from the School of Communication was reported missing by her family on Monday, September 1.

Study finds Black adults face earlier hospitalization for heart failure than white counterparts

By Southland Marquee | Sep 1, 2025

Black adults in the United States are first hospitalized for heart failure at an average age of 60.1, nearly 14 years earlier than white adults, according to a new study from Northwestern Medicine.

UIC offers free professional development webinars for employees throughout September

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Human Resources department will offer a series of professional development webinars and virtual workshops throughout September.

University of Chicago joins launch of two new science institutes focusing on math biology and AI

A ceremony on August 27 marked the opening of two new science research institutes in Chicago, both involving the University of Chicago as a partner.

Mayor Johnson rejects possible federal deployment of National Guard troops

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has responded to President Trump's recent comments about possibly sending the National Guard to Chicago.

Liz Cheney to speak at Northwestern Law on defending democracy

Former U.S. Representative Liz Cheney will speak at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law as part of the Knox Conversations speaker series.

City Colleges launch Welcome Week events for Fall 2025 semester

By Southland Marquee | Aug 28, 2025

Welcome Week activities are underway at City Colleges of Chicago, marking the start of the Fall 2025 semester.

Blackhawks announce national TV schedule for upcoming NHL season

The Chicago Blackhawks have released their national television broadcast schedule for the 2025-26 National Hockey League season.

University of Chicago professor examines Taylor Swift's impact on digital culture

Paula Clare Harper, an assistant professor of music at the University of Chicago and a 2010 graduate of the institution, focuses her research on music, sound, and internet culture.

UChicago scientists reveal how cells make complex decisions using internal chemical networks

Researchers at the University of Chicago have uncovered new insights into how cells process information and make decisions without a central nervous system.

UIC partners with Kaplan to offer free test prep and career courses