News from September 2025
University experts explain legal foundations behind Trump’s surge in executive orders
By H. C. Rivera | Sep 15, 2025
Since taking office for a second term, President Donald Trump has issued more than 200 executive orders on issues including immigration, tariffs, and climate change.
Northwestern study uses wearable sensors to reveal new patterns in overeating
By R. L. Prince | Sep 15, 2025
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new program that uses three wearable sensors to closely track eating behaviors, aiming to improve how obesity is treated.
Rowe Fellow Kevin Malca brings Peruvian indigenous knowledge to Illinois Tech College of Architecture
By Southland Marquee | Sep 15, 2025
Peruvian architect Kevin Malca will join the Illinois Institute of Technology’s College of Architecture as the 2025 Jeanne and John Rowe Fellow.
Illinois Tech alumna Annabell Ren earns AIA social justice award nomination
By Southland Marquee | Sep 15, 2025
Converge Architecture, a firm co-founded by Illinois Institute of Technology College of Architecture Adjunct Professor Annabell Ren, has received recognition from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Chicago.
University of Illinois at Chicago issues annual reminder on copyright policy compliance
By R. L. Prince | Sep 16, 2025
The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) has issued its annual statement regarding copyright policies, as required by the Higher Education Opportunity Act.
Blackhawks announce start of 2025 training camp and preseason schedule
By M. G. Lima | Sep 16, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have released details for their 2025 training camp, which will begin on Thursday, September 18 at Fifth Third Arena in Chicago.
Chicagoland Chamber names Tom Ricketts recipient of Daniel H. Burnham leadership award
By D. S. Street | Sep 16, 2025
Tom Ricketts, Executive Chairman of the Chicago Cubs, has been named the 34th recipient of the Daniel H. Burnham Award for Distinguished Leadership by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.
University of Chicago researchers develop self-assembling nanoparticles for drug delivery
By R. L. Prince | Sep 16, 2025
Researchers at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have developed a new class of polymer-based nanoparticles that self-assemble at room temperature in water.
Robert M. Califf set for Chair Chats talk on equity in health care
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 16, 2025
Dr. Robert M. Califf, a prominent figure in academic medicine and clinical research, will speak at the upcoming Chair Chats event on October 28 at the Retzky College of Pharmacy Auditorium in Chicago.
Illinois Tech professor develops new X-ray technique for fossils and brain injury research
By Southland Marquee | Sep 17, 2025
Illinois Institute of Technology Professor Joseph Orgel has developed a new application of micron-scale X-ray imaging to study ancient biological material and traumatic brain injuries.
Illinois Tech finance professor discusses evolving crypto regulation
By Southland Marquee | Sep 17, 2025
In recent years, the cryptocurrency and digital asset industry has operated without specific regulations tailored to its unique characteristics.
Northwestern appoints Susan Howe, Christina Kosmowski, Daryl Morey as new trustees
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 17, 2025
Northwestern University has announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Trustees: Susan Howe, Christina Kosmowski, and Daryl Morey.
University of Chicago opens Hyde Park Labs facility supporting research startups
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 17, 2025
The University of Chicago marked the opening of Hyde Park Labs on September 16, a new commercial laboratory facility located on Chicago’s South Side.
Chicago reaches $90 million settlement over wrongful convictions tied to ex-police sergeant
By E. E. Morton | Sep 18, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and Corporation Counsel Mary B. Richardson-Lowry have announced a $90 million global settlement to resolve 176 lawsuits related to wrongful convictions tied to former Chicago Police Department Sgt.
Mayor Johnson launches Protecting Chicago website amid increased federal immigration enforcement
By L. M. Mejia | Sep 18, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the launch of a new website, "Protecting Chicago," aimed at providing residents with centralized information and resources as part of the Protecting Chicago Initiative.
Mayor marks decade since Dyett High School hunger strike with recognition event
By E. E. Morton | Sep 18, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson marked the 10-year anniversary of the Dyett High School Hunger Strike, a 34-day protest by parents and community leaders to prevent the closure of Dyett High School in Chicago’s Washington Park neighborhood.
Northwestern experts refute claims linking Tylenol use in pregnancy with autism
By H. C. Rivera | Sep 22, 2025
Developmental pediatric specialists from Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago have responded to recent claims by the Trump administration suggesting a link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and...
Chicago Quantum Exchange coalition advances as finalist in NSF Engines competition
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 22, 2025
A coalition led by the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) has been named a finalist in the National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) competition, according to an announcement from the NSF on September 18.
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce holds networking event at Weber Grill Restaurant
By D. S. Street | Sep 22, 2025
On September 17, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce organized a networking event at Weber Grill Restaurant in Chicago's River North neighborhood.
Lincoln Park Zoo announces pregnancy of critically endangered eastern black rhinoceros
By J. T. Matthews | Sep 22, 2025
Lincoln Park Zoo has announced that Kapuki, a 20-year-old female eastern black rhinoceros, is pregnant.