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

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

The Daily Northwestern

Stairs to apartments are supported by scaffolding.

City sets May 13 move-out deadline for Wesley Avenue apartment tenants

April 11, 2024

Residents living at 2014, 2018 and 2024 Wesley Ave. are required to move out by May 13, city officials announced at a Tuesday meeting held with tenants and Evanston housing organizations.  In early...

Houses adorn a multi-colored map of Evanston.

Local leaders discuss new initiatives to promote equitable housing

May 11, 2023

Several local leaders presented their plans to achieve more equitable housing policies through reworking zoning codes in Evanston and in the Chicago area during a virtual seminar Wednesday.  Event...

Large apartment buildings overlooking street

Housing and Community Development Committee moves forward with proposed affordable housing ordinances, signaling increased attention from residents

April 6, 2023

Evanston’s Housing and Community Development Committee voted to move forward with three new housing ordinances that will raise the demolition tax, maintain unit counts in future permits for certain buildings...

An apartment complex on the corner of Chicago Avenue and Greenwood Street during the daytime.

Rising housing prices threaten to push out low- and middle-income Evanston residents

March 7, 2023

When Darlene Cannon, who’s currently running to represent the 2nd Ward on City Council, has gone canvassing, she said she’s met several families vulnerable to rising housing prices. Those who are...

Senior residents sitting next to each other in a room with a television in the background and windows behind.

Chicago-based housing organization recognized nationally for intergenerational housing initiatives

February 9, 2023

Chicago organization Housing Opportunities & Maintenance for the Elderly is planning to fund an intergenerational building with about 70 units on the South Side of Chicago, in partnership with another...

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