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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.

Lionel Allen named interim vice chancellor for equity at UIC

By Southland Marquee | Jun 25, 2025

Lionel Allen, EdD, has been appointed as the interim vice chancellor for equity and diversity at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), effective July 1.

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.

Blackhawks unveil centennial home jerseys for 2025-26 season

By Southland Marquee | Jun 27, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks have unveiled their Centennial jerseys, which will be worn for home games at the United Center during the 2025-26 season to commemorate the franchise's 100th anniversary.

University of Chicago team recreates George Washington Carver's blue pigment

By Southland Marquee | Jun 27, 2025

In a collaboration at the University of Chicago, chemistry students and artist Amanda Williams have successfully recreated a blue pigment patented by George Washington Carver in 1927.

Chicago launches 2026 budget engagement roundtables amid $1 billion shortfall

By Southland Marquee | Jun 27, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Community Engagement and the Office of Budget and Management, has announced the launch of Chicago's 2026 Budget Engagement Roundtable events.

Supreme Court upholds ACA's preventive care provision in 6-3 ruling

By Southland Marquee | Jun 27, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a significant component of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), maintaining the requirement for insurance companies to cover preventive services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.