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New research finds inflammatory bowel disease rising sharply worldwide
By Southland Marquee | Aug 1, 2025
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), once considered mainly a problem for industrialized Western countries, is now increasing in developing regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Chicago selected as host city for 2027 MLB All-Star Game
By Southland Marquee | Aug 1, 2025
Chicago has been chosen to host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game, marking the fourth time Wrigley Field will serve as the venue for this event.
Chicagoland Chamber adds new business members for July 2025
By Southland Marquee | Aug 1, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has announced the addition of several new members to its business network for July 2025.
Illinois Tech students unite through diverse theatrical collaboration
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Illinois Tech students have been actively participating in 33rd Street Productions, a theater group that brings together individuals from various academic backgrounds.
Chicago Mayor and City Treasurer attend 54th annual Pride Parade
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin were present before the start of the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade.
Chicago Sky Foundation hosts event supporting women-led businesses in Chicago
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The Chicago Sky Foundation recently held an event focused on supporting women-led small businesses in the city.
Melissa Conyears-Ervin recognized among notable leaders in finance by Crain’s Chicago Business
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Melissa Conyears-Ervin, the Chicago City Treasurer, has been named to Crain’s Notable Leaders in Finance for 2025.
University of Chicago develops accurate liquid biopsy using microbial RNA modifications
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Researchers at the University of Chicago have developed a new liquid biopsy that detects early-stage colorectal cancer with high accuracy by analyzing RNA in blood samples.
Chicago enhances accessibility with new Red Line stations and major shelter investments
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
In a significant move for disability justice, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced a series of initiatives aimed at making the city more accessible.
Neuropsychiatric Institute announces temporary sidewalk closure for ADA improvements
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The sidewalk on the west side of the Neuropsychiatric Institute building will be closed from July 30 to August 4.
Chicago breaks ground on Legends South A3 affordable housing complex
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Legends South A3 affordable housing complex in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
Chicago announces $40M investment to upgrade homeless shelters citywide
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) Acting Commissioner Maura McCauley have announced a $40 million capital improvement funding initiative to modernize homeless shelter facilities across Chicago.
UIC Human Resources offers free August webinars on professional development
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Human Resources department is offering a series of free professional development webinars and virtual workshops for UIC employees in August.
UIC schedules welcome events for new academic year
By Southland Marquee | Jul 30, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) will hold a series of welcome events to begin the 2025-26 academic year, aimed at new and returning students, faculty, and staff.
Most US adults have ‘heart ages’ higher than real ages, Northwestern study finds
By Southland Marquee | Jul 30, 2025
Most adults in the United States have a “heart age” that is older than their actual age, according to a new study led by Northwestern Medicine.
Chicagoland Chamber opposes revived head tax amid Chicago budget deficit
By Southland Marquee | Jul 30, 2025
Chicago officials are considering bringing back a corporate head tax and introducing a new payroll expense tax as part of efforts to address a projected $1 billion budget deficit in 2026.
UChicago hosts Mexican students for immersive summer course on economic theory
By Southland Marquee | Jul 29, 2025
Every summer, the University of Chicago Economics Department hosts a group of undergraduate economics students from Universidad Panamericana in Mexico City.
University of Chicago launches series examining shifts in U.S. government power
By Southland Marquee | Jul 29, 2025
A new series from the University of Chicago will explore how power dynamics are changing among the branches of the U.S. government.
Northwestern researchers highlight unique traits behind ‘SuperAger’ memory resilience
By Southland Marquee | Jul 29, 2025
For 25 years, researchers at Northwestern Medicine have studied individuals aged 80 and older, known as “SuperAgers,” to understand why some people maintain sharp memory well into later life.
Chicago mayor signs order targeting smoking on public transit
By Southland Marquee | Jul 28, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order aimed at reducing smoking on public transit in Chicago.