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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

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The Evanston Water Plant is at the center of the city’s water system. Water pipes in south Evanston were found to have coal tar in and around them, resulting from gas pipes that were used in the late 19th to mid-20th century.

Despite lawsuit, south Evanston water is potable, officials say

September 25, 2016

As Evanston continues its lawsuit against two energy companies for materials found in and around water pipes, officials say the water in south Evanston is safe to drink. Evanston refiled a lawsuit against...

Ald. Brian Miller (9th) speaks at an event. Miller responded to the petition urging city officials to lower the speed limit on Sheridan Road by saying it could inadvertently create more traffic and fail to increase safety.

Northwestern senior creates petition for lower speed limit on Sheridan Road following student death

September 25, 2016

An online petition created by a Northwestern senior to reduce the speed limit on Sheridan Road gained nearly 500 signatures this weekend. Communication senior Emily Blim made the petition on Change.org...

Police Blotter: Car’s windows smashed in south Evanston

September 25, 2016

Evanston police responded to reports of criminal damage to a vehicle on Thursday. At about 5:30 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Pitner Avenue after reports of a man smashing windows...

Woman falls into Lake Michigan while walking along Evanston pier

September 24, 2016

A woman is in critical condition after falling into Lake Michigan Saturday afternoon while walking along the pier, police said. The 67-year-old Evanston resident was walking on the pier near the Church...

Ald. Brian Miller (9th) speaks at an event. Miller responded to the petition urging city officials to lower the speed limit on Sheridan Road by saying it could inadvertently create more traffic and fail to increase safety.

Miller urges a more effective city government in campaign kick-off

September 23, 2016

Evanston’s government needs to be more open, transparent and effective, said mayoral candidate Ald. Brian Miller (9th). Miller announced his candidacy last week and shared his ideas for reform in...

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