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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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Police Blotter: Series of motor vehicle burglaries includes auto theft

May 18, 2016

A series of motor vehicle burglaries took place Tuesday night in the area around Willard Elementary School, 2700 Hurd Ave. One Evanston resident, a 52-year-old man, reported that he parked his black...

Penny Park’s playground is set to begin reconstruction after Labor Day. City officials said the new structure will comply with Americans with Disabilities Act and federal playground safety standards while maintaining a wood design similar to the originals.

Penny Park playground reconstruction to maintain wood design in safety upgrades

May 18, 2016

The demolition and reconstruction of Penny Park’s playground will begin after Labor Day, but city officials stressed the new structure would match the original’s wood design as much as possible, addressing...

Despite new upgrades in July, Illinois state IDs will not be federally compliant

May 17, 2016

Illinois IDs will be upgraded with anti-counterfeiting and identity theft features starting in July, but the cards will still not be compliant with federal standards. The issue has prevented Illinois residents...

Police Blotter: Gang member arrested in connection with handgun possession

May 17, 2016

A 19-year-old known gang member from Skokie was arrested in south Evanston on Monday evening, police said. At about 7 p.m., officers in the 700 block of Howard Street recognized the man from previous...

Police Blotter: Burglary reported at Evanston apartment

May 16, 2016

Evanston police investigated a burglary report Sunday at an apartment in the 300 block of Callan Avenue. During the burglary, which likely happened between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, a laptop valued...

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