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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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Medill Prof. Steven Thrasher sues NU, federal officials for alleged breach of contract, civil rights violations
Emily Dissanayake and Lexi Newsom July 15, 2026

This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available. Last updated July 15 at 5:00 a.m. Medill Prof. Steven Thrasher filed a lawsuit against Northwestern on Monday, over a year after the University denied him tenure and just weeks before his employment is scheduled to...

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Center for Talent Development academic summer camps give young participants college-like experience
Taariq Ahmed, Print Managing Editor • July 13, 2026
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Weekly Crossword: Weddings
Weekly Crossword: Weddings
Siri Reddy, Senior Staffer • July 6, 2026
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City Council appoints new library board members, fields criticism over pro-Palestinian parade group
Emma Richman and Regan Huizenga July 15, 2026

Beyond approving a 30-unit housing development on Emerson Street, City Council appointed three new members to the Evanston Public Library Board of Trustees and adopted an ordinance to reduce the speed limit near the new Foster School during its Monday night meeting.  During public comment, some residents criticized Evanston for a Free Palestine’s presence at the city’s recent Fourth of July Parade. Here are three takeaways from Monday’s meeting: 1. Council appoints three new members to EPL board  Council unanimously approved a resolution to appoint three new members to three-year terms on the Evanston Public Library board, following an amendment to remove Ald. Shawn Iles (3rd)...

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Liner Notes: Suki Waterhouse is entranced by romance on ‘Loveland’
Eliza Martin, Senior Staffer • July 15, 2026
Adamn Killa, Taylor Bennett bring the heat to Vocalo’s Summer Meltdown
Adamn Killa, Taylor Bennett bring the heat to Vocalo’s Summer Meltdown
Grace Wang, Reporter • July 14, 2026
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Reel Thoughts: ‘The Invite’ takes on battle of expectations, discomfort
Allison Kuester, Senior Staffer • July 14, 2026
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Perpetual Flop: I hate the beach
David Sun, Columnist • July 9, 2026
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The Weekly: Evanston resident in ICE custody, alleged discrimination in NU genetic counseling program, Biss’ support of unionized Starbucks baristas
The Weekly: Evanston resident in ICE custody, alleged discrimination in NU genetic counseling program, Biss’ support of unionized Starbucks baristas
Ruby Dowling and Regan Huizenga June 1, 2026
‘Keepers of the faith’: Evanston community nonprofit maintains, improves Harley Clarke grounds
Liam Barrett, Senior Staffer • May 28, 2026
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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