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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.

Mayor Johnson announces new personnel appointments across key city departments

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced several key personnel updates within his administration.

Study links tooth sensitivity evolution to ancient fish

The University of Chicago has released new research shedding light on the evolutionary origins of sensitive teeth.

Billy Joel cancels concerts due to normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis

Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of his upcoming concerts due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).

Deadline nears for UIC merit award nominations

The deadline for nominations for the 2025 Merit Award Season is approaching, with submissions due by June 2.

Illinois Tech celebrates its 156th commencement in Chicago

Illinois Tech held its 156th Commencement at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago on Saturday, May 17, 2025.

Jeff Blashill appointed as Chicago Blackhawks' new head coach

Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson announced that Jeff Blashill has been appointed as the 42nd head coach in the franchise's history.

University announces recipients for 2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative awards

The University of Illinois has announced the recipients of the 2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative awards.

New doubts arise over potential signs of life on distant planet

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.

Chicago-Kent recognizes contributions in public interest law at annual awards ceremony

On April 22, 2025, the Conviser Law Center hosted the Chicago-Kent Public Interest Awards.

UIC addresses community after alum charged in embassy staffers' deaths

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.

Expert links IVF support with need for broader abortion access

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...

UChicago researchers develop device for detecting airborne disease markers

On May 21, researchers from the University of Chicago announced a new development in medical technology that could change how diseases are detected.

UIC completes mentoring taskforce work; new program recommendations underway

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has announced the completion of work by its Campus-Wide Mentoring Taskforce.

Study explores limits of AI in predicting unprecedented weather events