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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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PharmaCannis is Evanston’s medical marijuana dispensary located at 1804 Maple Ave. The Illinois House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday to create a ticket-based system to fine people caught with small amounts of marijuana rather than arrest them.

Illinois House passes marijuana decriminalization bill, governor’s decision pending

May 20, 2016

A bill that would decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana and establish a new marijuana intoxication standard for driving passed the state House of Representatives on Wednesday, and now...

Anti-violence campaign looks to expand conversation, outreach beyond social media

May 20, 2016

The “Dear Evanston” social media campaign is wrapping up its official project after three months, but organizers are looking to continue the conversation they started. The campaign, which began...

Evanston Township High School meets federal standards for water quality, lead levels

May 19, 2016

Independent testing concluded Wednesday that Evanston Township High School meets federal standards regarding water lead levels and water quality, according to an email superintendent Eric Witherspoon sent...

Police Blotter: Man charged with battery to police officer, resisting arrest

May 19, 2016

A man was charged with battery to a police officer, as well as resisting arrest and driving on a suspended license Wednesday. Around 7:30 p.m. officers observed a car sitting in the middle of an alley...

An initial rendering of the proposed housing development on Emerson Street. The high-rise, which would have been located at 831 Emerson Street, spurred city officials to consider creating a downtown sub-area north of Emerson Street.

Community discusses potential northward expansion of downtown space

May 19, 2016

Community members talked about the importance of maintaining the neighborhood character and focusing development near public transportation Wednesday night during a discussion about the possible expansion...

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