A University of Chicago instructor lost a lawsuit disputing an employment review and a related grievance. The outcome, overseen by a federal district court, underscores how workplace conflicts can escalate into significant legal battles.

The University of Chicago has secured a federal grant aimed at expanding America’s semiconductor production. The award comes only weeks after President Donald Trump threatened a 100 percent tariff on imported computer chips—a move that could raise the cost of everything from smartphones to sedans while pressing manufacturers to build at home.