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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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5/5 TIF opponents demand council votes it down in resident meeting

September 23, 2021

Opponents of the proposed 5th Ward Tax Increment Financing district demanded Wednesday that City Council vote down the TIF at its upcoming meeting.  When a TIF proposal is enacted, the existing property...

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City to create Youth Advisory Committee for civic participation

September 22, 2021

The city is recruiting a new Youth Advisory Committee to develop youth-oriented community resources, according to a news release. The committee will prioritize youth participation in local civic activities...

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New Housing and Community Development Committee talks funding and upcoming goals

September 22, 2021

Evanston’s Housing and Community Development Committee discussed its goals for the group and the upcoming year in its inaugural meeting Tuesday.  The committee is responsible for recommending how...

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The Daily Explains: Illinois Clean Energy Package

September 22, 2021

Earlier this month, the Illinois General Assembly passed one of the most sweeping energy proposals in decades. The historic legislation, which sets some of the strongest clean energy commitments in the...

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City opens application for first reparations payments

September 21, 2021

The city opened applications Tuesday for the Restorative Housing Program, which will disburse the first $400,000 in Evanston’s $10 million local reparations project. The application opens six months...

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