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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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The Ripple: Why is Chicago called the Windy City?

The Ripple: Why is Chicago called the Windy City?

May 19, 2021

Chicago is well-known as the Windy City, but where does the nickname come from? The origin of the phrase is widely disputed, but ultimately goes back to Chicago’s politics and rivalries.  SAMMI BOAS:...

The Ripple: The Road to Collective Bargaining

The Ripple: The Road to Collective Bargaining

April 23, 2021

Gig workers in Chicago make below minimum wage. Amid the Biden administration’s push to expand labor rights through bills like the PRO Act, gig workers are raising concerns about their pay, safety and...

The Ripple: The Cost of the Election for College Students

The Ripple: The Cost of the Election for College Students

October 5, 2020

There are numerous important issues in the United States that could be severely impacted by the outcome of the 2020 election. One of these issues is higher education and the anticipation of what the future...

The Ripple: BLM and the Ballot

The Ripple: BLM and the Ballot

September 23, 2020

Events during the past few months have sparked conversations about defunding the police, prison reform and the Black Lives Matter movement. Northwestern student leaders discuss these issues and their place...

The Ripple: Economics of COVID-19 in Evanston

The Ripple: Economics of COVID-19 in Evanston

April 29, 2020

As COVID-19 puts financial strain on Evanston, students and residents are trying to cope by organizing rent strikes and petitioning to reduce spring quarter tuition. But some experts warn that these actions...

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