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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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John Carlson stands in front of a microphone, with a flag and councilmember Bobby Burns seen in the background.

Planning and Development Committee greenlights proposed office building to replace former Burger King

March 1, 2022

The proposal to replace Evanston’s former Burger King with a 10-story office building took another step toward passage Monday night.  The city’s Planning & Development Committee voted unanimously...

An aerial view of downtown Evanston. The Metra train tracks are seen running through the middle of the city, with several buildings surrounding the tracks. A residential neighborhood with trees and houses can be seen in the distance.

The Daily Explains: What’s happening with economic development in Evanston?

February 28, 2022

Once a city that relied on office buildings to attract workers and stimulate business, Evanston’s economy suffered when many offices went remote. Now, the city government is working with business districts...

The living room workspace at Writer’s Haven Evanston. The room has navy blue walls with a couch and two light blue chairs, with a fireplace in the corner. The windows overlook the porch outside.

“Providing Healing and Promoting Hope”: Writers’ Haven Evanston offers community for writers, reopens just in time for Women’s History Month

February 28, 2022

Writer and business owner Christine Wolf’s picturesque rowhouse on Maple Avenue is full of cozy nooks and inviting workspaces, from third-floor bedrooms with window seats to a living room lit by a crackling...

The Century 12 theater.

AMC Theaters to reopen movie theater on Maple Avenue

February 28, 2022

Moviegoing will return to downtown Evanston this year. AMC Theatres will acquire the movie theater on Maple Avenue and reopen it later this year after reaching a lease agreement with real estate development...

Reza’s Lounge and Tap Room facing the street at dusk.The walls are red and yellow and a person is walking by.

Reza’s Restaurant opens student-favorite Tap Room

February 28, 2022

It’s a Friday night, and belly dancers perform among a crowd of Northwestern students standing shoulder to shoulder at Reza’s Tap Room.  The lounge opened in September 2021, after owner Ryan Toulabi...

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