News from 2025
Pediatrician warns against fluoride bans impacting rural children's oral health
By Southland Marquee | May 20, 2025
Florida has enacted a law banning fluoride in public water systems, becoming the second state to do so.
University of Chicago expands master’s programs for evolving job market
By Southland Marquee | May 20, 2025
Graduate students are increasingly seeking degrees that provide skills, purpose, and the ability to enact change.
Study explores limits of AI in predicting unprecedented weather events
By Southland Marquee | May 21, 2025
Increasingly powerful AI models are demonstrating notable accuracy in short-term weather forecasting.
UIC completes mentoring taskforce work; new program recommendations underway
By Southland Marquee | May 21, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has announced the completion of work by its Campus-Wide Mentoring Taskforce.
UChicago researchers develop device for detecting airborne disease markers
By Southland Marquee | May 21, 2025
On May 21, researchers from the University of Chicago announced a new development in medical technology that could change how diseases are detected.
Expert links IVF support with need for broader abortion access
By Southland Marquee | May 21, 2025
On February 18, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order instructing the assistant to the president for domestic policy to compile policy recommendations within 90 days aimed at protecting in vitro fertilization (IVF) access and reducing...
UIC addresses community after alum charged in embassy staffers' deaths
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
As the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) community grapples with recent news, leaders have issued a message addressing concerns related to an alum charged in connection with the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staffers.
Chicago-Kent recognizes contributions in public interest law at annual awards ceremony
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
On April 22, 2025, the Conviser Law Center hosted the Chicago-Kent Public Interest Awards.
New doubts arise over potential signs of life on distant planet
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
In April, a significant scientific announcement captured global attention when researchers claimed to have detected a molecule in the atmosphere of a distant planet that could indicate the presence of life.
University announces recipients for 2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative awards
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
The University of Illinois has announced the recipients of the 2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative awards.
Jeff Blashill appointed as Chicago Blackhawks' new head coach
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson announced that Jeff Blashill has been appointed as the 42nd head coach in the franchise's history.
Illinois Tech celebrates its 156th commencement in Chicago
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
Illinois Tech held its 156th Commencement at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago on Saturday, May 17, 2025.
Deadline nears for UIC merit award nominations
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
The deadline for nominations for the 2025 Merit Award Season is approaching, with submissions due by June 2.
Billy Joel cancels concerts due to normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis
By Southland Marquee | May 23, 2025
Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of his upcoming concerts due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).
Study links tooth sensitivity evolution to ancient fish
By Southland Marquee | May 23, 2025
The University of Chicago has released new research shedding light on the evolutionary origins of sensitive teeth.
Mayor Johnson announces new personnel appointments across key city departments
By Southland Marquee | May 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced several key personnel updates within his administration.
Chicago completes $8.7M 'Soul City West' streetscape project
By Southland Marquee | May 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) have completed an $8.7 million streetscape improvement project in the Austin neighborhood, known as the "Soul City West" corridor.
Illinois Tech students tackle social issues with data-driven solutions
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
The Socially Responsible Modeling, Computation, and Design (SoReMo) fellows at Illinois Tech engaged in interdisciplinary research projects during the spring 2025 semester to address significant social issues.
James Webb telescope aids resolution of universe's expansion rate conflict
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
For the past ten years, scientists have been addressing what appeared to be a significant inconsistency in understanding the universe's expansion.
Leif Ove Andsnes awarded prestigious Jean Gimbel Lane Prize by Northwestern University
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
EVANSTON, Ill. — The Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University has announced that Leif Ove Andsnes will receive the 2025 Jean Gimbel Lane Prize in Piano Performance.