News from October 2025
University of Chicago's Space Explorers program expands with AI and engineering content
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 17, 2025
Model rockets and boats, mousetrap cars, and egg drops are among the activities Chicago high school students take on in the Space Explorers program, an initiative of the University of Chicago’s Kavli Institute for Cosmological Physics.
DePaul University receives $10 million gift from Sue Ling Gin Foundation
By Southland Marquee | Oct 18, 2025
DePaul University has announced a new scholarship program funded by a $10 million donation from the Sue Ling Gin Foundation.
Blackhawks assign Joey Anderson to Rockford IceHogs after injury recovery
By M. G. Lima | Oct 19, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that forward Joey Anderson has been activated from injured non-roster status and assigned to the Rockford IceHogs in the American Hockey League.
John F. Kirby named director of University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics
By R. L. Prince | Oct 20, 2025
John F. Kirby, a retired rear admiral in the U.S. Navy and former senior spokesman for the Pentagon, State Department, and White House, has been named director of the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics.
Northwestern Medicine researchers identify cell interactions driving chronic lung-transplant rejection
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 20, 2025
More than half of lung-transplant recipients experience rejection of their new lungs within five years, a complication that has long puzzled doctors.
Northwestern study finds Chicago parents consume less omega-3s than recommended
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 21, 2025
A recent study from Northwestern University has found that parents in Chicago are not consuming enough omega-3 fatty acids, specifically eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Illinois Tech’s NECA student chapter receives national award for fourth time
By Southland Marquee | Oct 21, 2025
Illinois Institute of Technology’s student chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) has been named the 2025 Student Chapter of the Year.
Northwestern brings together leaders to discuss Illinois’ role in healthspan innovation
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 21, 2025
Northwestern University’s Office for Research hosted a roundtable at the Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center on October 20, bringing together leaders from the life sciences sector to discuss the future of human healthspan and longevity.
Illinois Tech physicist leads first 3D simulation modeling birth of a black hole
By Southland Marquee | Oct 21, 2025
When a massive star reaches the end of its life, it may collapse into a black hole, an object so dense that not even light can escape its gravitational pull.
University of Chicago-led team maps massive galaxy clusters supporting current cosmological model
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 21, 2025
Scientists from the University of Chicago have led a new study that maps large clusters of galaxies to help understand the fundamental laws of the universe.
Gracias Family Foundation donates $20 million to University of Chicago for research and student programs
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 22, 2025
The University of Chicago has received a $20 million donation from the Gracias Family Foundation to advance faculty research and student opportunities.
University Illinois of Chicago begins seasonal transition to winter heating in campus buildings
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 22, 2025
As cooler weather arrives, Utilities and Energy Services at the University Illinois of Chicago will start transitioning campus buildings and plants to winter heating mode.
Illinois Tech hosts NSA-funded camp for high schoolers on cybersecurity
By Southland Marquee | Oct 22, 2025
A group of 25 high school students from the Chicago area participated in the GenCyber Elevate+ Summer Camp at Illinois Institute of Technology this summer.
University of Chicago professor discusses KPop Demon Hunters and Korean shamanism
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 22, 2025
This Halloween, many children are dressing up as characters from the animated Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters," which features the trio Huntr/x. The movie, known for its blend of humor and cultural references, follows a tradition of singing...
Federal judge blocks National Guard deployment ordered by Trump in Chicago
By E. E. Morton | Oct 23, 2025
A federal judge has issued a Temporary Restraining Order blocking President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard in Chicago.
Chicago seeks proposals for new driver resource center supporting public chauffeurs
By L. M. Mejia | Oct 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking an organization to operate a Driver Resource Center (DRC) for licensed Public Chauffeurs in...
Chicago expands food scrap drop-off program with 13 new library locations
By E. E. Morton | Oct 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS), and the Chicago Public Library (CPL) have announced an expansion of the city’s Food Scrap Drop-Off Program to include 13 additional library locations.
Chicago Fall Fest returns with two weeks of community events across city neighborhoods
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the return of Chicago Fall Fest, a two-week series of cultural and community events scheduled from October 17 to November 2.
Mayor Johnson unveils 2026 budget focusing on corporate taxes and social service investments
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has presented his 2026 budget proposal to the Chicago City Council, aiming to close the city's budget deficit without increasing property taxes or introducing new regressive fees.
Daley College professor Michael Connelly named president of International Metallographic Society
By R. L. Prince | Oct 23, 2025
Michael Connelly, an adjunct professor at Richard J. Daley College’s Manufacturing, Technology, Engineering Center (MTEC), has been named president of the International Metallographic Society (IMS).