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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


Dina Bergman sits on a green leather coach in her living room at her condominium, out of which the Center for Independent Futures supports those with disabilities who wish to live on their own.
Center for Independent Futures gives agency to Evanston adults with disabilities
Matilda Haney Foulds, Reporter • July 15, 2025

Dina Bergman, a longtime Evanston resident, shuffled through her condo apartment in socks, a yellow button-up shirt and a matching hair tie. While she’s had roommates before, her true companion is an orange tabby named Missy. Awoken from her nap, Missy sought out Bergman.  “Are you hungry?”...

An illustration of the Northwestern logo surrounded by a lab coat and science equipment.
Northwestern highlights research efforts through ‘Research Matters’ campaign
Andrew Kang, Reporter • July 10, 2025
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Daily Mini Crossword, July 10, 2025
Daily Mini Crossword, July 10, 2025
Beatrice Villaflor, Managing Editor • July 10, 2025
A sign displayed at the Evanston Farmers’ Market on July 12 advertises Link Match to market attendees.
Attendees and vendors talk SNAP benefit threats at Evanston Farmers Market
Simrah Khan, Reporter • July 15, 2025

Every Saturday during the summer months, rising McCormick senior Anita Bassey buys a variety of fruits, vegetables and fresh juices from her primary grocery source, the Evanston Farmers’ Market in Downtown Evanston. Bassey is one of nearly 1.9 million people in Illinois who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to make food purchases, according to the Illinois Department of Human Services.  Now, SNAP is under threat.  On July 4, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a budget reconciliation bill introducing comprehensive reductions to many federal assistance programs, including SNAP. “I’m absolutely terrified,” Bassey said. “I’m...

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People looking at hanging canvases that are part of the Women in Nature exhibition.
Evanston Art Center’s ‘Women in Nature’ explores femininity, nature
Laura Horne, Senior Staffer • July 13, 2025
Anne: Chicago’s deadly heatwave demands a health response
Anne: Chicago’s deadly heatwave demands a health response
Abhinav Anne, Opinion Contributor • July 8, 2025
Communal Shower Thoughts: What’s summer for?
Communal Shower Thoughts: What’s summer for?
Sylvie Slotkin, Opinion Contributor • July 8, 2025
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Communal Shower Thoughts: Unprecedented athleticism
Communal Shower Thoughts: Unprecedented athleticism
Sylvie Slotkin, Opinion Contributor • July 1, 2025
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What’s New At NU: Territorial terror or ecological hero? The red-winged blackbird dilemma
What’s New At NU: Territorial terror or ecological hero? The red-winged blackbird dilemma
Lily Ogburn, Senior Staffer • July 7, 2025
Evanston Animal Shelter sees increase in traffic and adoptions since reopening
Maia Alvarez, Assistant Video Editor • February 18, 2025
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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881
Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881