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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

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Businessman Steve Hagerty addresses supporters after claiming victory in the Evanston mayoral race. As of early Wednesday morning, Hagerty received about 160 more votes than Ald. Mark Tendam (6th), who did not concede defeat.

Steve Hagerty claims victory in Evanston mayoral race

April 5, 2017

As of early Wednesday morning, businessman Steve Hagerty had won the most votes in Evanston’s mayoral race, capping off a roughly six-month long season that included a rare primary and a slew of contentious...

Nichols Middle School, 800 Greenleaf St. On Tuesday, residents elected new members of the District 65 and District 202 school boards.

New school boards elected in D65, D202

April 5, 2017

Evanston picked new school board members for its District 65 and District 202 schools during Tuesday’s municipal election, including four newcomers. Patricia Maunsell and Jude Laude were elected to...

Three new aldermen elected to City Council, 6 to serve another term

Three new aldermen elected to City Council, 6 to serve another term

April 5, 2017

Over the past few months, candidates for alderman in seven wards have faced off in a primary and the general election. Among them, three current aldermen ran for reelection and 10 other candidates from...

A sign supporting the District 65 referendum. On Tuesday, citizens voted overwhelmingly in favor of the referendum.

D65 school board referendum passes with overwhelming support

April 5, 2017

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 passed a proposed referendum by a wide margin Tuesday that will increase local property taxes to combat rising educational costs. The referendum passed with more than...

Devon Reid won the race for city clerk on Tuesday. He ran on a platform to increase government transparency and enhance voter participation.

Devon Reid beats out long-time city clerk Rodney Greene for position

April 5, 2017

Second time’s the charm for Devon Reid, a 24-year-old Evanston native who will replace Rodney Greene as the city clerk. Reid — who in 2011 made an unsuccessful bid for alderman of Chicago’s 26th...

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