News from July 2025
UChicago hosts Mexican students for immersive summer course on economic theory
By Southland Marquee | Jul 29, 2025
Every summer, the University of Chicago Economics Department hosts a group of undergraduate economics students from Universidad Panamericana in Mexico City.
Chicagoland Chamber opposes revived head tax amid Chicago budget deficit
By Southland Marquee | Jul 30, 2025
Chicago officials are considering bringing back a corporate head tax and introducing a new payroll expense tax as part of efforts to address a projected $1 billion budget deficit in 2026.
Most US adults have ‘heart ages’ higher than real ages, Northwestern study finds
By Southland Marquee | Jul 30, 2025
Most adults in the United States have a “heart age” that is older than their actual age, according to a new study led by Northwestern Medicine.
UIC schedules welcome events for new academic year
By Southland Marquee | Jul 30, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) will hold a series of welcome events to begin the 2025-26 academic year, aimed at new and returning students, faculty, and staff.
UIC Human Resources offers free August webinars on professional development
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Human Resources department is offering a series of free professional development webinars and virtual workshops for UIC employees in August.
Chicago announces $40M investment to upgrade homeless shelters citywide
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) Acting Commissioner Maura McCauley have announced a $40 million capital improvement funding initiative to modernize homeless shelter facilities across Chicago.
Chicago breaks ground on Legends South A3 affordable housing complex
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Legends South A3 affordable housing complex in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
Neuropsychiatric Institute announces temporary sidewalk closure for ADA improvements
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The sidewalk on the west side of the Neuropsychiatric Institute building will be closed from July 30 to August 4.
Chicago enhances accessibility with new Red Line stations and major shelter investments
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
In a significant move for disability justice, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced a series of initiatives aimed at making the city more accessible.
University of Chicago develops accurate liquid biopsy using microbial RNA modifications
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Researchers at the University of Chicago have developed a new liquid biopsy that detects early-stage colorectal cancer with high accuracy by analyzing RNA in blood samples.
Melissa Conyears-Ervin recognized among notable leaders in finance by Crain’s Chicago Business
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Melissa Conyears-Ervin, the Chicago City Treasurer, has been named to Crain’s Notable Leaders in Finance for 2025.
Chicago Sky Foundation hosts event supporting women-led businesses in Chicago
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The Chicago Sky Foundation recently held an event focused on supporting women-led small businesses in the city.
Chicago Mayor and City Treasurer attend 54th annual Pride Parade
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin were present before the start of the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade.
Illinois Tech students unite through diverse theatrical collaboration
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Illinois Tech students have been actively participating in 33rd Street Productions, a theater group that brings together individuals from various academic backgrounds.