News from October 2025
University of Chicago Divinity School marks Swift Hall centennial with historical exhibition
By R. L. Prince | Oct 13, 2025
Swift Hall, the home of the University of Chicago Divinity School, is commemorating its 100th anniversary by highlighting 100 objects that represent its history.
Northwestern’s Joel Mokyr awarded Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences
By R. L. Prince | Oct 13, 2025
Joel Mokyr, a professor at Northwestern University, has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.
Joel Mokyr awarded Nobel Prize for work on economic growth theory
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 13, 2025
Joel Mokyr, a professor at Northwestern University, has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.
Chicagoland Chamber members named to Crain’s 40 Under 40 list
By D. S. Street | Oct 13, 2025
Several members of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce have been recognized in the annual Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40 list.
University of Chicago team develops rapid test for ‘forever chemicals’ detection
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 14, 2025
Researchers at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Argonne National Laboratory have developed a new method to quickly detect very low levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as...
UIC opens nominations for Inventor of the Year Award
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 14, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is currently accepting nominations for its Inventor of the Year Award.
Chicagoland Chamber celebrates legacy on Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day
By D. S. Street | Oct 14, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is marking Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day in 2025 by highlighting its history and ongoing role in the business community.
Peggy Mason urges new UChicago students to embrace discomfort for intellectual growth
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 14, 2025
At the annual Aims of Education address on September 25, Professor Peggy Mason spoke to the incoming Class of 2029 at Rockefeller Memorial Chapel, encouraging students to embrace discomfort and take intellectual risks during their time at the...
Chicago Blackhawks announce four-part documentary series for centennial season
By R. S. Peck | Oct 15, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the launch of a four-part documentary series, “Always an Original,” to commemorate the franchise’s centennial season.
UChicago Medicine surgeons perform rare spinal reattachment surgery on two-year-old patient
By R. L. Prince | Oct 15, 2025
Oliver Staub, a two-year-old from Germany, survived a rare and severe spinal cord injury after an accident during his family's vacation in Mexico.
Nobel Prize awarded for advances in metal-organic frameworks with links to Illinois Tech
By Southland Marquee | Oct 15, 2025
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), a type of crystalline material known for their high surface area and versatility, have been recognized with the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Missy Mazzoli’s ‘Proving Up’ set for Chicago-area debut at Northwestern
By R. L. Prince | Oct 15, 2025
A new opera by composer Missy Mazzoli, "Proving Up," will have its Chicago-area premiere at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music from November 13 to 16.
UIC updates progress on ADA Title II digital accessibility initiative
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 16, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has provided an update on its progress toward meeting the ADA Title II digital accessibility requirements, with a compliance deadline set for April 26, 2026.
Chicagoland Chamber criticizes job-related taxes in Mayor Johnson’s 2026 budget proposal
By K. U. Butler | Oct 16, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement in response to Mayor Johnson’s proposed 2026 budget for the city of Chicago.
Chicago bans use of city property by ICE under new executive order
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 16, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order that prohibits federal immigration agents from using city-owned property for immigration enforcement operations in Chicago.
Lincoln Park Zoo announces relocation of polar bear Siku to Henry Vilas Zoo
By J. T. Matthews | Oct 16, 2025
Siku, a 15-year-old male polar bear at Lincoln Park Zoo, will soon move to Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, Wisconsin.
Chicago launches neighborhood retail activation program to aid storm-affected business corridors
By L. M. Mejia | Oct 16, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have announced four Requests for Proposals (RFPs) as part of the Neighborhood Retail Activation Program.
Blackhawks activate Landon Slaggert from injured reserve ahead of Canucks game
By M. G. Lima | Oct 17, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that forward Landon Slaggert has been activated from injured reserve.
Chicago faces ongoing public transit funding crisis amid calls for governance reform
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 17, 2025
As Chicago faces a significant budget shortfall for its public transit system, the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) projects a gap of around $250 million beginning in fiscal year 2026.
Illinois Tech study examines financial impact of high-yield green bonds
By Southland Marquee | Oct 17, 2025
For organizations seeking to finance sustainability initiatives, green bonds have become an increasingly popular tool.