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New professor explores copyright law at Chicago-Kent College of Law

By Southland Marquee | Oct 28, 2024

Chicago-Kent College of Law has welcomed Professor Cathay Y. N. Smith to its faculty in the fall of 2024.

Blackhawks assign Drew Commesso to Rockford IceHogs

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 28, 2024

The Chicago Blackhawks have assigned goaltender Drew Commesso to the Rockford IceHogs, their affiliate in the American Hockey League.

Women-led businesses face funding challenges despite strong growth

By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 28, 2024

U.S. women-led businesses have made significant strides in recent years, generating $2.7 trillion in revenue in 2023 and increasing their market share of new businesses by 72% between 2019 and 2023.

Corrections deputy faces new charges for giving cell phone to inmate

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 25, 2024

A corrections deputy from Cook County has been indicted on new charges, according to an announcement by Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart.

Biden's apology addresses U.S. role in Indigenous boarding school abuses

By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 25, 2024

President Joe Biden is set to deliver an apology in Arizona for the federal government's historical role in placing Indigenous children in boarding schools, where many faced abuse and nearly 1,000 died.

Blackhawks recall Drew Commesso ahead of game against Predators

By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 25, 2024

The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the recall of goaltender Drew Commesso from the Rockford IceHogs, their affiliate in the American Hockey League.

Chicago Quantum Summit explores future of global quantum technology

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 25, 2024

The Chicago Quantum Summit held on October 21-22, 2024, drew over 600 attendees to discuss the future of quantum technologies.

UChicago hosts two-day celebration honoring artist Pope.L

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 25, 2024

The University of Chicago is set to honor the late artist Pope.

Kevin Johnson redefines success through connections and community impact

By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 25, 2024

Kevin Johnson, Aon’s North America 3×3 Activation Leader and Chief Operating Officer, shared insights into his evolving understanding of success during a recent fireside chat.

Larenz Tate discusses early career choices at financial empowerment summit

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024

Larenz Tate, known for his role in "Love Jones," recently shared insights into his acting career during the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit. The event took place on October 12 at Chicago's UIC Forum and aimed to promote generational wealth building.

UIC hosts summit on financial literacy featuring Larenz Tate and Keke Palmer

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024

Two words: Black. Excellence. They perfectly describe the energy at the UIC Forum this past weekend at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit (BWTT), hosted by City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin. The summit featured youth programs and guest speakers including Larenz Tate, Mathew Knowles, and Keke Palmer, all of whom spoke about the importance of financial literacy and generational wealth.

Keke Palmer and others offer financial advice at Chicago wealth summit

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024

KeKe Palmer, Larenz Tate, and Mathew Knowles visited Chicago to provide free financial advice at the Wealth Building Summit. The event was held at the University of Illinois Chicago Forum on Saturday. Its aim was to educate attendees on how to build and maintain their finances.

Smart Museum celebrates half-century legacy at University of Chicago

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024

The Smart Museum of Art at the University of Chicago is marking its 50th anniversary, celebrating its role as a space for inspiration and education. Brian Hieggelke, an alumnus of the university, recalls how his first visit to the museum in the early 1980s sparked his lifelong passion for art. "It was literally like in those cartoons where the light bulb goes off," he said.

Chicago welcomes seven new education board members ahead of governance shift

By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 24, 2024

This morning, seven new members joined the Chicago Board of Education to serve the Chicago Public School (CPS) System.

Study finds Nigerians experiencing neurological impacts from long COVID

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024

Nigerian patients are experiencing neurological symptoms associated with long COVID, according to a recent study.

Study explores CBT-lucid dreaming combo for narcolepsy-related nightmares

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 23, 2024

A recent study by Northwestern Medicine has explored a novel approach to treating nightmares associated with narcolepsy. The research combined cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and lucid dreaming techniques in a small clinical trial, showing promising results.

UChicago team develops faster method for creating nanoporous membranes

By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 23, 2024

Nanoporous membranes with atomic-scale holes hold significant potential for decontaminating polluted water, extracting valuable metal ions, and powering osmotic generators. However, their application has been limited by the slow process of creating sub-nanometer pores individually.

Study links early brain activity post-whiplash to chronic pain risk

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 23, 2024

Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding chronic pain development following whiplash injuries. A recent study by Northwestern Medicine reveals that within one to three days of such an injury, it is possible to predict which patients are likely to develop chronic pain. This prediction is based on the interaction between two brain regions and the patient's anxiety levels post-injury.

Medill report finds rise in U.S. local news deserts amid newspaper closures

By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 23, 2024

The Medill State of Local News Report 2024, released today, reveals a troubling expansion of local news deserts in the United States. This year, 127 newspapers have closed, leaving nearly 55 million Americans with limited or no access to local news. Despite this trend, the report also highlights some positive developments: a net increase of over 80 stand-alone local digital news sites has been recorded in the past year.