Politics

Ald. Ann Rainey. Rainey has led the Eighth Ward for 34 of the last 38 years.

Veteran 8th Ward alderman has no plans to stop

Joshua Irvine, Reporter
January 20, 2021

A sign in support of the Fair Tax Amendment outside of an Evanston polling place. Since Illinois voters rejected the Fair Tax Amendment in November, advocates across the state are assessing the path forward.

Advocates against income inequality reassess after the Fair Tax Act’s failure

William Clark, Reporter
January 20, 2021

Jessica Wingader, the city’s grants and compliance specialist, called for the city to lead through a racial equity lens as it combats a growing housing crisis.

City staff discuss combating rise in housing insecurity as pandemic persists

Jason Beeferman, Reporter
January 20, 2021

Five young Evanstonians discussed racism and MLK Day during a panel Monday night.

Panelists discuss racism, significance of this year’s MLK Day

Laya Neelakandan, Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor
January 19, 2021

Mayoral candidates discussed policy priorities and youth outreach in an Evanston Live TV forum Thursday.

Mayoral candidates discuss police reform, youth outreach in Evanston Live TV forum

Jorja Siemons, Assistant City Editor
January 15, 2021

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