News from June 2025
University of Chicago students uncover treasures in library archives
By Southland Marquee | Jun 18, 2025
Deep in the archives of the University of Chicago, Zak Sadak, a recent graduate, delved into boxes containing sketches of Chinese Buddhist caves and vintage art history slides.
Chicago City Council approves planning measures and supports veteran-owned businesses
By Southland Marquee | Jun 18, 2025
Various measures were introduced and approved by the Chicago City Council on June 18, 2025.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors
By Southland Marquee | Jun 18, 2025
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors, marking a significant decision with potential implications for transgender rights across the nation.
Chicago appoints members to new reparations task force
By Southland Marquee | Jun 19, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the members of the Chicago Reparations Task Force.
Study links fruit and vegetable intake with improved nightly sleep
By Southland Marquee | Jun 20, 2025
From various sleep aids like white noise to weighted blankets, people have long sought ways to improve their sleep.
Blackhawks trade Joe Veleno for Andre Burakovsky from Kraken
By Southland Marquee | Jun 21, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the acquisition of forward Andre Burakovsky from the Seattle Kraken in a trade that sends forward Joe Veleno to Seattle.
Two UChicago students receive recognition from Udall Foundation for environmental advocacy
By Southland Marquee | Jun 23, 2025
The University of Chicago has recognized two of its students, Annie Yang and Seri Welsh, for their dedication to environmental advocacy.
Report urges US investment in muon collider for future particle physics
By Southland Marquee | Jun 23, 2025
The National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine released a report on June 11, detailing a vision for the future of particle physics.
Dan Lynch shares insights at Emerging Leaders Chicago fireside chat
By Southland Marquee | Jun 23, 2025
Emerging Leaders Chicago recently organized a Fireside Chat featuring Dan Lynch, Vice President of State and Local Government Affairs at United Airlines and Chair of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
UChicago lab advances sustainable battery technologies through AI-driven research
By Southland Marquee | Jun 24, 2025
As the demand for diverse energy sources grows, the need for efficient energy storage systems becomes crucial.
Universal announces second horror attraction set for Chicago
By Southland Marquee | Jun 26, 2025
Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, has announced plans to open its second Universal Horror Unleashed location in Chicago.
James Kaduk named AAAS fellow for contributions to crystallography
By Southland Marquee | Jun 26, 2025
Amid the steady hum of machines in his laboratory at Robert A. Pritzker Science Center, Illinois Tech Research Professor of Chemistry James Kaduk is often found working alone, analyzing new materials.