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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


Politics

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The Daily Explains: Who’s running for City Council in 2023?

March 15, 2023

Following the resignations of two former councilmembers in 2022, Evanston will hold a special City Council election April 4 to confirm who will fill the 2nd and 9th ward seats until 2025. Typically,...

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Krissie Harris, 2nd Ward incumbent, talks community roots and improving city safety

March 15, 2023

Ald. Krissie Harris (2nd), a fifth-generation Evanston resident, said she comes from a “family of service,” bringing a strong sense of community into her work. In September 2022, Mayor Daniel Biss...

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Darlene Cannon, 2nd Ward candidate, talks affordable housing and communication

March 15, 2023

Darlene Cannon grew up in the 2nd Ward, attending Evanston/Skokie School District 65 schools before going to Evanston Township High School. That history, she said, would help her connect to her constituents...

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Patricia Gregory, 2nd Ward candidate, talks Evanston houselessness and community leadership experiences

March 15, 2023

As a gym teacher and union representative at Lincoln Elementary School, Parks and Recreation Board member and community “role model,” Patricia Gregory said she’s learned the importance of listening...

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Kathy Hayes, 9th Ward candidate, talks Evanston roots and social work experience

March 15, 2023

For Kathy Hayes, running to represent Evanston’s 9th Ward on City Council is a full-circle moment. More than 25 years ago, she was working for a local political campaign: Richard Devine’s campaign...

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