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

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Cook County sees air quality decrease as Evanston continues green initiatives

April 30, 2013

Cook County received an "F" for its air quality in a study published by the American Lung Association last week, bucking a national trend of cleaner skies. In its annual State of the Air report, the...

District 65 begins integrating Next Generation Science Standards

April 25, 2013

With the release of new national science education standards, Evanston/Skokie District 65 teachers are trying to change their outdated curriculum this fall as state lawmakers aim to do the same for all...

Emergency personnel assist the victims at the scene of a bomb blast during the Boston Marathon in Boston, Massachusetts, Monday, April 15, 2013.

Marathon tragedy hits home for Evanston runners, Northwestern community

April 15, 2013

Some Evanston residents and members of the Northwestern community were running in the Boston Marathon shortly before deadly explosions went off near the finish line Monday. Seventeen of the 19 Evanston...

Residents attended two performances for Evanston Public Library's celebration of National Library Week on Saturday. The library will also be hosting a variety of events this week.

Evanston Public Library celebrates National Library Week with performances

April 14, 2013

Evanston Public Library kicked off its annual celebration of National Library Week with a magic performance and a puppet show Saturday. Libraries around the country will observe National Library Week...

President Barack Obama speaks Friday at Chicago's Hyde Park Academy. Obama stressed the importance of strong families as a component of reducing gun violence in America.

President Obama visits Chicago, addresses gun violence with calls for economic and community growth

February 16, 2013

CHICAGO — President Barack Obama returned to his South Side roots Friday, calling economic opportunity and community development crucial in keeping children safe from gun violence. After much cheering,...

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