🌞 How to make the most of August in Chicago

Why Are the Pritzkers Obsessed With Quantum?

Although quantum computing is still considered somewhat obscure, Gov. JB Pritzker and his sister Penny Pritzker, the former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, continue to push to make Chicago a hub for the future industry. Pritzker regrets Chicago’s missing out on the original internet boom and feels strongly that quantum is “on the verge.” [Wall Street Journal]

• Related: Chicago’s Quantum campus is growing. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Serious Flooding on Southwest Side Prompts Call For FEMA

After heavy rainfall left thousands of Chicagoans with flooded basements and other damage, local officials are calling on Pritzker to get federal assistance. Midway, Gage Park, Brighton Park, West Lawn, Ashburn, and Garfield Ridge are all affected. [Block Club]

Northwestern Cuts More Than 400 Positions

Northwestern University is cutting more than 400 jobs — about 5% of its staff — amid serious budget gaps. (Almost half the eliminated roles were already vacant.) The news comes as the school considers striking a deal with President Donald Trump to resolve investigations over alleged antisemitism. [Fox 32]

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Today, Michael C. is shouting out the nonprofit The National Able Network: They're doing work to ensure people are trained, employed, and feel great about themselves. Doing great work for the city!”