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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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The announcement came just hours before City Council’s Monday night meeting, where councilmembers will introduce and begin discussing two ordinances to rebuild Ryan Field and rezone the area for concerts.

NU proposes $100 million community benefits agreement amid Ryan Field talks

October 30, 2023

Northwestern has submitted a draft community benefits agreement to the city of Evanston, committing $100 million to initiatives that could help serve city residents amid the Ryan Field rebuild, the university...

A rendering of the affordable housing development on South Boulevard that City Council approved Monday. Ald. Juan Geracaris (9th) said the approval is a win for Evanston renters.

City Council unanimously approves South Boulevard affordable housing development

October 26, 2023

Following several months of deliberation, City Council unanimously approved a 60-unit affordable housing development on South Boulevard at its Oct. 23 meeting.  As housing costs in the city continue...

Evanston residents now must apply for a permit before removing trees on private property.

Evanston environmental activists voice support for City Council’s new tree protection ordinance

October 26, 2023

On Sept. 11, City Council passed a new tree protection ordinance promoting the protection of trees on private property. Several local environmental activists said the new ordinance was a step forward. The...

Mike Johnson was appointed speaker of the House after The House of Representatives went without a speaker for three weeks. Several Illinois officials have publicly responded to the appointment.

Illinois officials react to new House Speaker appointment

October 25, 2023

Following the appointment of U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) as the new speaker of the House on Wednesday, several Illinois officials released statements on the new role. The House of Representatives...

Tuesday’s public workshop focused on a strategic plan for managing green spaces throughout Evanston.

Evanston residents attend workshop on Parks and Green Space Strategic Plan

October 25, 2023

On Tuesday, about 25 Evanston residents attended a public workshop at the Robert Crown Center to provide feedback on Evanston's Parks and Green Space Strategic Plan — a city project that aims to inform...

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