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Northwestern Law experts comment on Trump’s use of National Guard and DC homeless policy
By Southland Marquee | Aug 14, 2025
President Trump has used a declared emergency to assume control of the Washington, D.C., police force and deploy the National Guard as part of what he describes as a national effort to address crime.
Scientists use James Webb telescope data to rule out earth-like air on exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 d
By Southland Marquee | Aug 13, 2025
Astronomers have determined that TRAPPIST-1 d, a rocky exoplanet orbiting a nearby star, does not possess an Earth-like atmosphere.
Research explores role of workplace social ties in granting individualized job arrangements
By Southland Marquee | Aug 13, 2025
Individualized work arrangements, known as idiosyncratic deals or i-deals, are becoming more common as employees seek better work-life balance and employers look for ways to attract and retain talent.
Coldplay concert incident highlights challenges of privacy in digital age
By Southland Marquee | Aug 13, 2025
Chicago-Kent College of Law Professor Richard Warner recently commented on the growing impact of surveillance in everyday life, following a public incident involving executives at the tech company Astronomer.
Copyright challenges arise as generative AI transforms art creation
By Southland Marquee | Aug 13, 2025
Generative artificial intelligence platforms are changing the way images are created, but they also raise important copyright questions.
Chicago-Kent’s Michelle Vodenik receives Schrager Award for public interest leadership
By Southland Marquee | Aug 13, 2025
Michelle Vodenik, director of the Public Interest Center at Chicago-Kent College of Law and senior director of career development and professionalism, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Leonard Jay Schrager Award of Excellence by the Chicago...
Hot water outage scheduled for east and south UIC campus buildings Aug. 15-17
By Southland Marquee | Aug 12, 2025
The University of Illinois at Chicago is set to upgrade its High Temperature Hot Water Generator system on the east side of campus.
Fossil study reveals sensory evolution predated jaws in ancient vertebrates
By Southland Marquee | Aug 12, 2025
A recent study led by researchers from the Canadian Museum of Nature and the University of Chicago has reconstructed the anatomy of Norselaspis glacialis, a jawless fish that lived over 400 million years ago.
Northwestern researchers uncover mechanism behind soil’s ability to retain moisture
By Southland Marquee | Aug 11, 2025
Researchers at Northwestern University have identified how organic matter enables soil to retain water, even in dry conditions.
How quantum technology could help pilots navigate safely amid rising GPS threats
By Southland Marquee | Aug 11, 2025
GPS technology has become a key part of daily life and modern infrastructure, supporting everything from smartphones to airplanes and power grids.
Ford Heights man faces felony charge after allegedly dragging dog behind vehicle
By Southland Marquee | Aug 11, 2025
A Ford Heights resident has been charged with aggravated animal cruelty after police say he dragged a small dog behind his vehicle.
University Illinois of Chicago opens applications for Fall 2025 Proof of Concept Award
By Southland Marquee | Aug 8, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2025 Proof of Concept Award at the University Illinois of Chicago.
South Side Home Movie Project celebrates two decades preserving community history
By Southland Marquee | Aug 8, 2025
Two decades after its founding, the South Side Home Movie Project (SSHMP) is marking its 20th anniversary with a new exhibition and a series of events at the University of Chicago’s Logan Center for the Arts.
WonderPlay & Coffee brings family-focused play café concept to Avondale
By Southland Marquee | Aug 7, 2025
At WonderPlay & Coffee in Avondale, families find a space where children can play and parents can relax with coffee and pastries.
Chicago expands sustainable community schools program from 20 to 36 campuses
By Southland Marquee | Aug 7, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson, Chicago Public Schools (CPS), and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) have announced an expansion of the Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) model in Chicago.
Chicago reports significant drop in carbon emissions from large buildings since 2016
By Southland Marquee | Aug 7, 2025
The City of Chicago has released its 2022-2023 Energy Benchmarking Report, showing a 39% decrease in carbon emissions per square foot for properties larger than 50,000 square feet since 2016.
Illinois Tech hosts third annual EV readiness awards honoring community leadership in electric vehicle transition
By Southland Marquee | Aug 7, 2025
Illinois Institute of Technology hosted the third annual EV Readiness Community Award Ceremony, recognizing 17 local governments in northern Illinois for their efforts in preparing for electric vehicle adoption.
Asthma medication shows strong protection against food allergy reactions in mouse study
By Southland Marquee | Aug 7, 2025
A drug approved for asthma treatment has shown significant effectiveness in preventing severe allergic reactions to food in mice, according to a new study from Northwestern Medicine.
Northwestern study finds US grid limits climate benefits of electric vehicle transition
By Southland Marquee | Aug 6, 2025
A new study from Northwestern University finds that the U.S. transmission grid must be upgraded to ensure that electric vehicles (EVs) are powered by renewable energy.
Book explores University of Chicago’s evolving legacy through new edition
By Southland Marquee | Aug 6, 2025
When Professor John W. Boyer released his book "University of Chicago: A History" in 2015, it provided an in-depth look at the University's past and its influence on higher education.