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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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Matt Rodgers pledges open communication as 8th Ward councilmember

April 20, 2025

Before Matt Rodgers became a self-employed graphic artist, he painted. He said his mother hung his artwork around the house when he was growing up.  Although he said no longer paints — a decision...

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More than $400,000 raised, $380,000 spent in final quarter of April 1 elections

April 20, 2025

In the final quarter campaigning prior to the April 1 municipal elections, candidates who raised and spent the most money did not necessarily win. Many of the race-winners, in fact, spent less than their...

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Illinois legislators, advocates rally to shield federal prescription drug discounts

April 17, 2025

Amid potential cuts to Medicaid funding from Washington, some Illinois lawmakers, advocates and medical practitioners are pushing to protect access to a federal program that discounts prescription drugs...

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Land Use Commission debates alterations to Envision Evanston 2045

April 17, 2025

The Land Use Commission sparred over language used to describe housing in the Envision Evanston 2045 comprehensive plan Wednesday.  Envision Evanston is a sweeping overhaul of city policy that has...

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Land Use Commission appointment draws controversy amid Envision Evanston debates

April 16, 2025

Mayor Daniel Biss will appoint Cat Vielma to the Land Use Commission, rather than reappointing George Halik, according to an email from Biss to city staff Friday shared with The Daily. The appointment...

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