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Evanston Animal Shelter raises more than $40,000 through Trot for Tails fundraiser
Isadora Urio Fernandes, Senior Staffer • July 13, 2026

Seven years after fostering and eventually adopting her dog Kaya from the Evanston Animal Shelter, Jeannie Sanke still returns to Trot for Tails, helping raise funds for the organization each summer.  The...

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‘The goals are not the goal’: Community members take the pitch for annual Unity Soccer Festival
July 13, 2026
People sit on lawn chairs and blankets in the grass watching an outdoor concert.
LegionFest highlights local musicians, fundraises for veterans in daylong event
July 13, 2026
Green foam is shot out from a cannon onto a group of people.
Glow in the Park lights up Ingraham Park, brings community members together
July 13, 2026
A crowd of people dancing in the street.
Live salsa music draws crowds to kick off Downtown Summer Sounds concert series
July 10, 2026
Sign outside of a room inviting people to the “Poetry Playspace” event.
Summer Writing Challenge builds community through Poetry Playspace
July 9, 2026
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Evanston author Daniel Kraus puts horror in the spotlight, talks Pulitzer win
May 28, 2026
A storefront with a blue awning that reads “Fred’s Bread.”
Fred’s Bread brings authentic French flavors to new Noyes Street storefront
June 13, 2026
Hecky’s Barbecue opened almost 43 years ago and remains a local institution.
At Hecky’s Barbecue, service extends beyond the kitchen
May 29, 2026
A white banner advertising a summer camp hangs on a chain-link fence.
Evanston Safety Town teaches generations of children essential life skills
July 7, 2026
The brick facade of a building reads “Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Joseph E. Hill Education Center.”
D65 to pay former Superintendent Angel Turner $191,000 as part of mutual separation agreement
June 23, 2026
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Northwestern to launch All Evanston Hiring Hub to connect workforce training to local jobs
July 9, 2026
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Business lawyer plans mayoral campaign in special election, expresses support for Envision Evanston 2045
July 8, 2026
The trio of politicians recapped several bills from the recently completed state legislative session during the town hall.
State lawmakers talk budget, data center regulation at end-of-session town hall
July 1, 2026
A paper and pen sit next to scales of justice.
‘This is hard work’: Inside the Illinois lawsuits challenging the Trump administration
July 1, 2026
A dais sits in front of a wall that reads “City of Evanston.”
City Council postpones vote on Emerson Street development, responds to community concerns
June 24, 2026
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City Council delays action on EPL Board vacancies
June 23, 2026
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Pathway to Wellness initiative grapples with preventable loss, racial inequity
Kieran Fults, Reporter • July 8, 2026

Neticia Blunt-Waldron is the matriarch of her family at age 44.  Each of the three women who held the title before her died of chronic disease. Two years ago, Blunt-Waldron lost...

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Organizers warn of potential cuts to Evanston Fourth of July celebrations during annual parade
Charlie Edwards, Reporter • July 7, 2026

For decades, on the Fourth of July, Evanston’s Central Street has transformed into a festive celebration of America. On Saturday, Evanston residents of all ages and backgrounds lined...

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‘The Fourth of July has always been political’: Evanston for a Free Palestine marches in annual parade
Katherine Hwang, Reporter • July 7, 2026

Alongside the familiar red, white and blue of American flags, another set of colors paraded down Central Street on Saturday afternoon: red, white, green and black — the colors of...

A parade attendee poses next to a replica of the Statue of Liberty
Community members blend creativity, tradition at annual Fourth of July Parade
Pepper Chai, Reporter • July 6, 2026

The Statue of Liberty stood only a few feet tall, but it was hard to miss. Alongside the route for Evanston’s annual Fourth of July Parade on Saturday, its torch stretched toward...

A person swings on a cyr wheel during the parade
Captured: Evanston celebrates Fourth of July with annual parade
Medill Cherubs July 6, 2026

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around...

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Evanston woman left comatose after January arrest dies as family sues EPD officers for excessive force
Jack Baker, Editor in Chief • July 3, 2026

Content warning: This story contains mentions of violence and death. Evanston resident Felicea Williams, who spent six months in a coma following her January arrest by Evanston Police...

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Reparations Committee addresses federal lawsuit, seeks community support
Ryoka Tanoi, Reporter • July 3, 2026

The Evanston Reparations Committee met Thursday, responding to the federal government’s move to join a lawsuit challenging the city’s reparations program.  Approved in 2019,...

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Evanston residents, President Chiang cheer on US team at FIFA World Cup watch party
Emma Richman, Print Managing Editor • July 2, 2026

A chorus of cheers erupted from the turf field outside the Robert Crown Community Center as the U.S. Men’s National Team punched its ticket to the FIFA World Cup round of 16, defeating...

People mingle during a parade with bubbles floating in the foreground
How to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday in Evanston
Eliza Martin, Senior Staffer • July 2, 2026

Saturday marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, and Evanston community members will have a variety of activities to choose from to celebrate...

A solar panel is depicted with a yellow spotlight on it against a light blue background.
City program to offer free solar energy installations to income-qualified households
Regan Huizenga, Print Managing Editor • June 30, 2026

The city launched its new Evanston Sun Power Program in partnership with Windfree Solar earlier this month to provide solar energy system installations at no cost to approximately 20...

A person speaks into a megaphone as others hold protest signs.
‘The fight is not over’: Quadrel Evanston Tenants Union celebrates deal with landlord, looks to continue organizing efforts
Emily Dissanayake, Senior Staffer • June 29, 2026

The Quadrel Evanston Tenants Union and community members came together to celebrate a lease deal with private equity landlord Quadrel Realty Group at a “BBQ Bash & Celebration”...

A train viaduct with a sign that reads “Support Local Businesses.”
Main Street Fair highlights local businesses, performers despite funding hurdles
Emma Richman, Print Managing Editor • June 29, 2026

Thousands flooded Main Street to support local businesses and celebrate the community at the second annual Main Street Fair on Saturday. Organized by a coalition of Evanston organizations,...

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Author Meleika Gardner examines Evanston politics, reparations program in book talk
Isadora Urio Fernandes, Senior Staffer • June 29, 2026

Evanston author and activist Meleika Gardner hosted a conversation with residents about her new book exploring the city’s racial politics and reparations program at the Evanston Arts...

A table with different mannequin hairstyles stands in a large salon with people walking in the background.
Evanston CROWN Act celebration highlights Black hair culture, community vendors at Robert Crown Center
Isadora Urio Fernandes, Senior Staffer • June 29, 2026

Evanston haircare professionals, authors, historians and food vendors came together to celebrate National CROWN Day by honoring Black hair culture at the Robert Crown Community Center...

A row of food trucks with people around them.
Food Truck Fest draws community to Ingraham Park
Regan Huizenga, Print Managing Editor • June 28, 2026

Food trucks and a screening of “Hamilton” drew Evanston families and friends to Ingraham Park for Evanston’s Food Truck Fest Friday evening. Despite rain just before the 5:30...

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