News from 2025
Northwestern University study finds mostly harmless microbes dominate airplane and hospital air
By H. C. Rivera | Dec 3, 2025
Airplane and hospital air may be less concerning to travelers and patients than previously thought, according to a new study from Northwestern University.
Illinois Tech partners with Fermilab on faster network software for physics experiments
By Southland Marquee | Dec 3, 2025
Illinois Institute of Technology researchers are working with scientists at Fermilab to develop software that could improve the way data is processed in high-energy physics experiments.
UIC chancellor highlights growth in access and student success initiatives
By T. D. Mcguire | Dec 3, 2025
A recent message from University of Illinois Chicago Chancellor Marie Lynn Miranda highlighted the university's ongoing commitment to access and excellence in higher education.
Halo co-creator Alex Seropian encourages University of Chicago students at Year of Games symposium
By H. C. Rivera | Dec 4, 2025
Alex Seropian, a University of Chicago alumnus and influential figure in the video game industry, recently returned to his alma mater to deliver the opening keynote at the Year of Games symposium.
Study finds economic reforms reshaped generational opportunities in China and Russia
By H. C. Rivera | Dec 5, 2025
China and Russia’s shift from centrally planned economies to market systems brought major changes to daily life, but new research shows these transitions also had significant effects on generational mobility.
Chicago launches 'Cut the Tape' initiative to support small businesses
By B. K. Salgado | Dec 5, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have announced a new initiative called Cut the Tape for Small Business.
Chicago welcomes 70 new firefighter EMTs and paramedics after graduation ceremony
By L. M. Mejia | Dec 5, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Fire Department Commissioner Annette Nance-Holt presided over the graduation of 70 new members of the Chicago Fire Department at a ceremony held at Navy Pier.
Mayor Johnson joins Thanksgiving food distributions amid SNAP benefit changes
By E. E. Morton | Dec 5, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in food distribution events across several neighborhoods as part of efforts to support families ahead of Thanksgiving.
Chicago firm highlights need for human-centered leadership amid rise of AI
By D. E. Swan | Dec 5, 2025
As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into business operations, many leaders are focusing on how to use and scale these technologies.
Chance the Rapper to headline Chicago debut on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve
By B. K. Salgado | Dec 5, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Choose Chicago, ABC7, and Dick Clark Productions announced that Chance the Rapper will perform during Chicago’s segment of “Dick Clark’s New Year’s...
Mayor Johnson celebrates graduation of new cohort from Chicago's Victim Advocate Training Program
By B. K. Salgado | Dec 5, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined city officials and anti-violence advocates at Malcolm X College to recognize the third graduating class of victim advocate trainees.
Chicago-Kent Law Library director Jean M. Wenger named life fellow by American Bar Foundation
By Southland Marquee | Dec 6, 2025
Jean M. Wenger, director of the Chicago-Kent College of Law Library and teaching professor, has been named a life fellow of the American Bar Foundation.