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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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John (left) and Bob Pottinger (right), co-owners of Al’s Deli at 914 Noyes St.

Community rallies around Al’s Deli after co-owner’s health emergency

September 11, 2023

A local GoFundMe campaign has raised tens of thousands to help Noyes Street staple Al’s Deli stay afloat following a co-owner’s medical emergency. John Pottinger, who runs the local restaurant along...

While Philz isn’t as close to campus as some of the other places on this list, students make the walk over because of the spot’s coziness and welcoming staff.

Caffeinating in Evanston: The places you’ll love a latte

August 6, 2023

Your Northwestern experience wouldn’t be complete without coffee. From classic espressos to specialty lattes, caffeine will be your best friend on groggy mornings and precious fuel for late night study...

Green background with darker green paint swatches and sketches of a pile of money over each paint swatch.

Cook County to raise minimum wage this summer

May 30, 2023

Cook County is set to increase its minimum wage this summer to $13.70 for non-tipped workers and $8 for tipped workers, according to a news release by the Cook County President’s Office.  Beginning...

A tan building with a red awning. A sign above reads “Dave’s Italian Kitchen.” To the left are brick buildings.

Long-standing Evanston eateries comprise a rich restaurant scene

May 25, 2023

Evanston’s food scene is abundant. So much so that Thrillist named it one of the best suburbs in America to “grab good eats.” With brunch, dine-in and take-out options galore, the city has it all.  “Any...

Assortment of different pink and yellow colored liquor bottles chained and locked up with question marks hovering above them.

A former temperance town, Evanston gave alcohol a shot 50 years ago

May 24, 2023

Fifty years ago, Evanston residents couldn’t buy or sell liquor in the city. But now, the former “dry town” has become home to a range of restaurants and liquor stores that serve a variety of...

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