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

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The two men are facing charges like unlawful possession of a weapon and attempted first degree murder, respectively.

Two local men charged after three shootings in less than 24 hours

August 12, 2024

Two men are now in custody after three separate shootings around Dempster Street as well as Dodge Avenue in less than 24 hours last week, all of which are ongoing investigations by the Evanston Police...

The groundbreaking gave community members integral to the 5th Ward School, now Foster School, the chance to “break ground,” fitted with hard hats and shovels.

Fifth ward school to be named “Foster School” at groundbreaking, decades in the making

July 19, 2024

In 2005, Evanston native Jerome Summers started his fight to reopen a 5th Ward neighborhood school, Foster School, which he had attended through the fifth grade in the ‘60s. That is until he began getting...

The expansion eligibility would include families with children who are entering third grade, which would make approximately 99 to 108 new families eligible.

City Council expands guaranteed income program, exempts athletic fields from leaf blower ordinance

July 10, 2024

City Council expanded eligibility for the guaranteed income program and approved an exemption for athletic fields to the leaf blower ordinance Monday night. City Council discussed amending Project 8092,...

A “coming soon” sign on the corner of Asbury Avenue and Oakton Street advertises the opening of Evanston’s newest community center.

New South End Community Center in Evanston offers inclusive haven for families

July 9, 2024

Lindsey White's eyes lit up as she recalled her recent visit to Evanston’s South End Community Center’s open house. As a stay-at-home mom of three, she said she had explored every corner of the newly...

Preview of what is happening in Chicagoland this week.

The Week Ahead, July 8-14: Markets, Art Festivals and Concerts in Chicagoland

July 8, 2024

The Week Ahead is back, a preview of all things Evanston and Chicago. This week features concerts, markets and art festivals. Starlight Concert: Suite Mollie Lovelace Park, Evanston  Tuesday...

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