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Economist warns against politicizing Federal Reserve amid historic debt levels

As President Trump considers the possibility of dismissing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, Martin Eichenbaum, a prominent economist at Northwestern University, has voiced concerns about such a move.


Floating monument program honors historic Mecca Flats at Illinois Tech

A public art project, "for Mecca," will be unveiled at Illinois Institute of Technology in summer 2025.


University of Chicago study links fast-food order habits to increased restaurant productivity

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people opted for takeout or delivery instead of dining in due to restrictions and safety concerns.


Blackhawks announce full schedule for upcoming centennial season

The Chicago Blackhawks, in collaboration with the National Hockey League, have announced their regular-season schedule for the 2025-26 season.


Northwestern's 'dancing molecules' treatment receives FDA orphan drug designation

“Dancing molecules,” a new treatment for acute spinal cord injuries developed at Northwestern University, has been granted Orphan Drug Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).


Mayor appoints new executive director for Chicago public safety administration

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the appointment of Era Patterson as the Executive Director of the Chicago Office of Public Safety Administration (OPSA).


Mayor attends Jigzibik affordable housing groundbreaking with city officials

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Jigzibik affordable housing complex.


UIC introduces expanded U-PASS options with Metra Rail inclusion

UIC students now have the option to enhance their U-PASS benefits by adding Metra Rail through the U-PASS+ program.


University of Chicago researchers develop new technique for compact data storage

Researchers at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have developed a new technique for classical computer memory storage using crystal defects.


Neil Shubin nominated as next president of National Academy of Sciences

University of Chicago Professor Neil Shubin has been nominated as the next president of the National Academy of Sciences.


UChicago welcomes Hening Lin: bridging science discoveries with clinical treatments

Hening Lin, a prominent chemical biologist, has joined the University of Chicago to advance research that bridges basic scientific discoveries with clinical applications.


Block Museum announces new exhibitions for fall 2025 through spring 2026

The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University has announced a series of exhibitions for the 2025-26 season, emphasizing its commitment to interdisciplinary research and student engagement.


UIC's Tom Wamsley appointed as senior VP for advancement at Virginia Tech

Tom Wamsley, vice chancellor for advancement at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and senior vice president of the University of Illinois Foundation, has been appointed as the next senior vice president for advancement at Virginia Tech.


California's post-pandemic life expectancy remains below pre-COVID levels

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, countries experienced increased mortality rates.


My Block brings teens downtown for exploration event

On July 19, My Block, My Hood, My City (MBMHMC) will host Downtown Day in Chicago.


Mayor Johnson reports nearly 29K hires in summer youth employment initiative

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced progress in the summer youth employment program.


University of Chicago professor receives NASA grant for lunar base technology

NASA has awarded a grant to Assistant Professor Shuolong Yang from the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering.


Northwestern Medicine study questions link between contact sports and brain disease

CHICAGO — A recent study by Northwestern Medicine has raised questions about the relationship between contact sports and brain diseases such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).


Blackhawks announce preseason schedule for the upcoming season

The Chicago Blackhawks have released their 2025-26 preseason schedule, with Circa Sports as the presenter.


Undergraduate students engage in AI research at Illinois Tech

Illinois Tech is hosting a group of 10 undergraduate students from various universities this summer for a research program focused on data and computational mathematics.