News from July 2025
UIC introduces expanded U-PASS options with Metra Rail inclusion
By Southland Marquee | Jul 15, 2025
UIC students now have the option to enhance their U-PASS benefits by adding Metra Rail through the U-PASS+ program.
Mayor attends Jigzibik affordable housing groundbreaking with city officials
By Southland Marquee | Jul 15, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Jigzibik affordable housing complex.
Mayor appoints new executive director for Chicago public safety administration
By Southland Marquee | Jul 15, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the appointment of Era Patterson as the Executive Director of the Chicago Office of Public Safety Administration (OPSA).
Northwestern's 'dancing molecules' treatment receives FDA orphan drug designation
By Southland Marquee | Jul 16, 2025
“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).
Blackhawks announce full schedule for upcoming centennial season
By Southland Marquee | Jul 16, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks, in collaboration with the National Hockey League, have announced their regular-season schedule for the 2025-26 season.
University of Chicago study links fast-food order habits to increased restaurant productivity
By Southland Marquee | Jul 16, 2025
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people opted for takeout or delivery instead of dining in due to restrictions and safety concerns.
Floating monument program honors historic Mecca Flats at Illinois Tech
By Southland Marquee | Jul 16, 2025
A public art project, "for Mecca," will be unveiled at Illinois Institute of Technology in summer 2025.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scientists develop integrated silicon chip combining quantum light with electronics
By Southland Marquee | Jul 22, 2025
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.
Study finds nearly one-fourth of teens use dating apps without harming mental health
By Southland Marquee | Jul 22, 2025
Nearly one in four teenagers are using dating apps, according to a recent study by Northwestern Medicine.
Avery Willis Hoffman named artistic director of Court Theatre
By Southland Marquee | Jul 22, 2025
Avery Willis Hoffman has been appointed as the Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director of Court Theatre, starting November 1.
Chicago Loop Alliance announces Sundays on State lineup for fall
By Southland Marquee | Jul 22, 2025
Chicago Loop Alliance has announced the full lineup for its event series, Sundays on State.
Cook County Sheriff's Office alerts public about phone scam
By Southland Marquee | Jul 23, 2025
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning to the public about a telephone scam involving individuals posing as members of the office.
Isac hosts exhibition showcasing historical photography collections
By Southland Marquee | Jul 23, 2025
The year 1893 marked a significant event in Chicago as it hosted the World’s Columbian Exposition.