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A train is pulled into a train station.

[Photo] State senate passes bill requiring annual safety reports from state transportation agencies

April 17, 2024
The Yellow Line, which has been suspended since a train crash near the Howard CTA station in November, will run at a slower maximum speed when it reopens Friday.

[Photo] CTA Yellow Line to reopen Friday

January 4, 2024
A glass building against a blue cloudless sky.

[Photo] Bienen Associate Dean René Machado to retire

May 29, 2023
Rebecca Crown Center on a cloudy day.

[Photo] Sheehan Fisher named The Graduate School Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion

May 25, 2023
North Mid-Quads. The residential college housed summer Conference Assistants in 2022.

[Photo] Conference Services to pay summer Conference Assistants on biweekly basis, improve scheduling process

April 3, 2023
Building with a U.S. and purple Northwestern flag in front.

[Photo] Northwestern announces 2023 Alumnae Award for Curriculum Innovation recipients

January 25, 2023
A large hallway with art hung up on the wall

[Photo] ‘It’s enlightening’: Noyes Cultural Arts Center hosts spoken word open mic for local artists

October 2, 2022
Two Evanston police cars are parked along the side of a road.

[Photo] Evanston sees string of catalytic converter thefts

April 24, 2022
A photograph of a gray building with glass windows, with a green lawn in front of it and a sunny sky in the background.

[Photo] Bienen releases first of three videos in Black Composer Showcase series

July 13, 2021
About 12 Northwestern students wearing purple jackets and white sashes stand on a white and purple parade float and smile at the camera waving.

[Photo] Seniors Kriti Shah and Andrew Golden named Homecoming Wildcats

May 11, 2021
Shepard Residential College, a tan building with many reflective blue windows. The building is situated in the middle of the photo with green shrubbery in the front and blue sky in the background.

[Photo] Some students say community service officers, a branch of UP, do not make residence halls feel safe

May 2, 2021
Two Evanston Police Department vehicles parked alongside one another.

[Photo] Evanston resident sues EPD officers for use of force, arrest under false pretenses

April 27, 2021
Photograph of the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts from a downwards angle. Lawn and a lamp post are in the foreground.

[Photo] Faculty, students react to search committee for next University president

April 26, 2021
Two Evanston Police Department vehicles parked alongside one another.

[Photo] Council approves $90,000 settlement in class-action lawsuit against Chief Cook

April 14, 2021
Two Evanston Police Department vehicles parked alongside one another.

[Photo] EPD reports multiple street robberies in past two days

March 31, 2021
Former Ald. Jane Grover (7th). Grover sent an email to dozens of Evanston residents Tuesday inviting them to a Zoom meeting on the upcoming Consolidated General Election.

[Photo] Former aldermen organize meeting to combat “anti-incumbency,” draw backlash from candidates, residents

March 4, 2021
South Mid-Quads Hall. Students living in SMQ are engaging in online activities during the fourth quarter of online learning.

[Photo] Residential colleges continue remote activities despite many students on campus for Winter Quarter

January 18, 2021
EPD vehicles. EPD and EFD responded to a triple shooting Friday that left two men dead and one with non-life threatening injuries.

[Photo] Woman shot, critically injured after being taken hostage in IHOP

January 9, 2021
The fraternity quads house most Interfraternity Council chapters' houses. A proposed IFC policy would prohibit on and off-campus social events involving non-members.

Coffee Lab, 910 Noyes St. Coffee Lab provides handcrafted espresso drinks and a wide array of pastries, including pastries made with ube, a staple ingredient in the Philippines. The café is one of many hidden gems to check out in the city of Evanston.

[Photo] The best hidden gems on and around Northwestern’s campus

August 16, 2020
Graduate Student Commons. GLAC hosted a town hall meeting to discuss the University’s COVID-19 policies and provide answers to the research community.

[Photo] Graduate Leadership and Advocacy Council hosts town hall on NU’s COVID-19 policies

August 12, 2020
The International Office, 630 Dartmouth Pl.

[Photo] ICE says newly enrolling international students cannot come to the U.S. if taking entirely online courses

July 24, 2020
The International Office, 630 Dartmouth Pl.

[Photo] The Trump administration targeted international students. Here’s how higher education has responded.

July 12, 2020
Rebecca Crown Center, home to the office of the University Registrar. The Office of the Registrar indicated on its website that 67 percent of classes taught in 2019 were in classrooms that now have less than 20 seats.

[Photo] Registrar updates Fall Quarter scheduling timeline, modes of instruction and classroom capacities

July 8, 2020
The International Office, 630 Dartmouth Pl. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced a policy change that could impact student visa holders planning to take an online course load in the full.

[Photo] What the new ICE regulations may mean for international Northwestern students

July 7, 2020
Two parked Evanston police cars. The Defunding 101 event in Evanston prompted discussions to make the city a safer place for black and Indigenous people of color.

[Photo] Evanston residents join the Black Lives Matter movement

June 22, 2020
EPD vehicles. On Monday, multiple claims against police chief Demitrous Cook and the city were dismissed.

[Photo] Defunding 101: What does it mean to “defund the police” and why is it gaining traction?

June 18, 2020
Rebecca Crown Center, home to the Office of the Provost. Northwestern has adjusted its academic calendar to reflect an earlier start to classes and a remote exam period.

[Photo] Academic calendar updated for Fall Quarter, classes to start Sept. 16

June 15, 2020
Rebecca Crown Center, home to the Office of the Provost. At a Wednesday evening Faculty Senate meeting, representatives from the Office of the Provost shared various plans for fall instruction.

[Photo] Provost’s Office talks potential fall academic calendar scenarios at Faculty Senate meeting

June 4, 2020
Graduate Student Commons. The announcement of the TGS dean’s departure led graduate student groups to shift its efforts.

[Photo] TGS student groups continue advocacy after announcement of dean departure

May 11, 2020
Four contractors who visited several campus buildings have tested positive for COVID-19.

[Photo] Four contractors test positive for COVID-19; no contact with employees or students

April 10, 2020
Rebecca Crown Center, home of The Graduate School. Northwestern University Graduate Workers published a petition urging the University to protect TGS students and workers.

[Photo] Northwestern’s response to COVID-19

April 1, 2020
A yard sign from Connections for the Homeless that shows a person holding a baby and reads “LOVE DON’T PAY THE RENT.” There is a large pale building in the background.

[Photo] “This virus isn’t going to go away” — Evanston organizations rush to assist the city’s vulnerable homeless population

March 30, 2020
Graduate Student Commons. TGS coalition members requested support and institutional equity for marginalized students at a Wednesday town hall.

[Photo] Graduate students encounter difficulties after final exams aren’t canceled

March 19, 2020
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[Photo] NU anuncia el segundo caso confirmado del COVID-19

March 15, 2020
Two parked Evanston police cars. Evanston police chief Demetrius Cook apologized for accidentally posting photos that contained confidential information to Snapchat.

[Photo] Evanston police chief apologizes for posting mugshots, other confidential information on Snapchat

February 22, 2020
The Graduate School. Queer Pride Graduate Student Association is a community for LGBTQ students at Northwestern.

[Photo] Profile: Advocacy, community, and academia at Queer Pride Graduate Student Association

February 20, 2020
Students are taking sustainability initiatives at the Northwestern campus.

[Photo] NU students welcome new decade of sustainability on campus

January 22, 2020
SPAN provides crucial funding to graduate students and faculty members to conduct research related to sexuality studies.

[Photo] Sexualities Project at Northwestern reflects on progress made in 10 years since founding

January 21, 2020
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. Evanston Township High School District 202 released its school discipline report for 2018-2019.

[Photo] ETHS Discipline report shows increase in drug offenses, continued racial disparities

October 30, 2019
Communication senior Chase Reed will bring “Survivor,” the hit 39-day reality TV show to the NU Campus.

[Photo] RTVF senior brings Survivor to Northwestern

October 24, 2019
The Pi Kappa Alpha building in Northwestern’s fraternity quad. Many students feel torn over joining Greek life during the Abolish Greek Life movement.

[Photo] Students deactivate Greek life, take Greek relationships with them

October 24, 2019
Recycling bins in Technological Institute. Evanston recently ended its “nope” educational campaign that reminded residents what not to recycle.

[Photo] Evanston finishes month-long recycling campaign

October 3, 2019
Evanston began construction to supply water to Lincolnwood.

[Photo] Federal court dismisses Skokie’s lawsuit over Evanston water rates

September 27, 2019
Two Evanston Police Department squad cars. Police responded to two separate reports of shots fired in west Evanston on Saturday.

[Photo] At least two injured in west Evanston shootings

May 26, 2019
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. The school recently ranked 27th in the state in the 2019 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings.

[Photo] ETHS ranks 27th in the state in 2019 U.S. News Best High Schools

May 1, 2019
Kate Drohan high-fives Morgan Nelson as she rounds third base. The coach has a chance to earn her 600th career win Tuesday against Notre Dame.

[Photo] Softball: Drohans seek 600th career win as Northwestern welcomes Notre Dame

April 8, 2019
Evanston police are investigating a Friday evening death as a homicide. A man was found dead in the 1800 block of Simpson Street Friday night.

[Photo] Aldermen to consider new contracts with unions

February 10, 2019
Two parked Evanston police cars. An Evanston man was arrested and charged last week on an outstanding arrest warrant stemming from an October 2018 incident where he fled the scene of the crime and intentionally struck an occupied police car.

[Photo] Evanston man charged with aggravated battery, injuring police officer

January 29, 2019
Washington Elementary, 914 Ashland Ave., is an elementary school in District 65. Superintendent Paul Goren confirmed his commitment to disciplinary protections for students of color after a recent decision from the Department of Education.

[Photo] District 65 pledges to ‘stay the course’ after DeVos revokes guidelines protecting students of color from suspensions

January 11, 2019
Ohio State sneaks into the end zone against Northwestern in 2016. The two teams will meet next week for the Big Ten title.

[Photo] Football: Ohio State annihilates Michigan, setting up Big Ten title game with Northwestern

November 24, 2018
Rebecca Crown Center. Northwestern is reducing its custodial services across the University. Custodial staff will stop disposing office trash and recycling daily and instead make a weekly visit.

[Photo] The latest casualty of budget cuts? Trash cleanup

November 4, 2018
The International Office. Schools and higher education advocates said two new Trump administration policies will reduce foreign interest at a time when international students in the country are declining.

[Photo] NU’s international students to face stricter visa rules under Trump’s new policies

November 1, 2018
Thorson scrambles during Northwestern's 2015 game against Iowa.

[Photo] Football: With nearly four dozen starts under his belt, Thorson establishes himself as Northwestern great

October 26, 2018
A parade will not be part of Homecoming festivities for the second year. President of Northwestern Alumni Association Samir Mayekar said he noticed a declining interest in the parade.

[Photo] After declining interest, student performances to replace Homecoming Parade

October 9, 2018
Northwestern’s International Office, 630 Dartmouth Pl.

[Photo] Northwestern international student population continues to rise

August 23, 2018
Two parked Evanston police cars.

[Photo] City year in review

August 23, 2018
Harley Clarke mansion, 2603 Sheridan Rd. Aldermen voted Monday to move forward with the demolition of the mansion.

[Photo] Evanston City Council votes to move forward with demolition of Harley Clarke mansion

July 23, 2018
Rebecca Crown Center, 633 Clark St.

[Photo] Northwestern reducing administrative staff to combat budget deficit

July 19, 2018
A sign welcomes drivers to Evanston at the southern end of the city. Evanston’s bond rating was approved on July 11.

[Photo] Evanston receives approved bond rating

July 18, 2018
The Village of Skokie filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Evanston claiming that increased water rates for Lake Michigan water are discriminatory and unconstitutional.

[Photo] Skokie sues Evanston over increased water rates

June 21, 2018
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave.

[Photo] Recent ETHS grad dies after being presumed dead by paramedics in Chicago

June 19, 2018
Northwestern’s International Office, 630 Dartmouth Pl.

[Photo] Where is Northwestern’s international student population from?

June 5, 2018
Northwestern’s International Office is preparing for expected limits on student visas given to Chinese citizens. Media outlets have reported that Chinese graduate students in aviation, robotics and high-tech manufacturing will be restricted to one-year visas.

[Photo] US expected to limit visa length for Chinese students

June 1, 2018
Rebecca Crown Center, home of several University administrators’ offices. On Friday, a judge dismissed a lawsuit against Northwestern that alleged the University mismanaged employees’ retirement plans.

[Photo] Judge dismisses lawsuit alleging Northwestern mismanaged retirement plans

May 30, 2018
Rebecca Crown Center, home of The Graduate School. The school announced it will no longer grant interdisciplinary assistantships to sixth-year graduate students.

[Photo] The Graduate School moves to limit sixth-year student funding

May 22, 2018
The International Office is preparing for a possible policy change that would impact student visa holders. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services filed a policy memorandum that would make it easier to start the clock on unlawful presence.

[Photo] International Office prepares as Trump administration moves toward crackdown on visa overstays

May 17, 2018
Rebecca Crown Center, home to the office of the University Registrar.

[Photo] CTEC reform efforts address bias, usefulness

May 1, 2018
Sammy Nettling looks to take off from first base. The senior catcher hit a 3-RBI triple to cap off the Wildcats’ dramatic comeback over Rutgers on Sunday.

[Photo] Softball: Northwestern rallies for 2 comeback wins, sweeps Rutgers

April 22, 2018
Sammy Nettling runs to third base. The senior catcher had one hit and 2 RBIs in NU’s 8-3 win over Notre Dame Wednesday.

[Photo] Softball: Northwestern beats Notre Dame 8-3, tying single-game record for steals

April 18, 2018
Former Northwestern coach Jarod Schroeder stands on the pool deck. Schroeder resigned from the position Friday.

[Photo] Men’s Swimming: Coach Jarod Schroeder resigns, leaving both swimming jobs vacant

April 13, 2018
Harley Clarke mansion, 2603 Sheridan Rd. Aldermen will vote on a lease agreement with Evanston Lakehouse and Gardens for the mansion Monday night.

[Photo] Aldermen to vote on Harley Clarke lease, consider taxicab ordinance

April 8, 2018
Sammy Nettling prepares to catch a pitch. Nettling has excelled at both catching and batting this season, recording hits in 11 of Northwestern’s last 13 games.

[Photo] Softball: Northwestern riding 13-3 stretch following series win against Nebraska

April 2, 2018
Harley Clarke mansion, 2603 Sheridan Rd. Aldermen will consider a contract for a 40-year lease of the mansion with Evanston Lakehouse and Gardens.

[Photo] Aldermen to consider Harley Clarke lease, youth coding program at council

March 8, 2018
The Bienen School of music building at Northwestern a multiple-story, glass building by the lake surrounded by a lawn. Photographed on a sunny day.

[Photo] Influential Chicago composer, former Bienen Prof. Alan Stout dies at 85

February 5, 2018
Annie May Swift Hall. Student group Applause for a Cause is struggling to create its annual feature-length film after it was denied Radio, Television and Film department recognition and funding.

[Photo] Applause for a Cause struggles to produce feature film without RTVF recognition

January 24, 2018
Two parked Evanston police cars. Evanston Police Department revived its Explorer Program, which is meant to groom the next generation of officers.

[Photo] Evanston Police Department launches Explorer Program after 30 years inactive

January 19, 2018
Northwestern's endowment will not immediately be affected by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The bill enacts a 1.4 percent excise tax on net investment for some private colleges.

[Photo] Republican tax bill spares Northwestern’s $9.8 billion endowment

December 28, 2017
Norris University Center. ASG said this week they would try to help student groups whose funding had been affected by the budget deficit.

[Photo] In Focus: Over a year after University Commons reveal, administrators struggle to find funding

November 10, 2017
Connections for the Homeless director of development Sue Loellbach spoke at a Monday press conference before a special meeting of City Council. She and other Evanston residents presented decision-making guidelines to affordable housing issues.

[Photo] Coalition proposes guidelines to address affordable housing issues in Evanston

October 31, 2017
Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity’s house on Northwestern’s campus.

[Photo] University to allow SAE back on campus in fall 2018 if chapter ‘successfully completes’ suspension

October 27, 2017
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[Photo] Football: After years of barren bleachers, fans gradually return to Ryan Field

October 27, 2017
Washington Elementary School, 914 Ashland Ave., is one of 10 elementary schools in Evanston/Skokie School District 65. District 65 board members discussed their issues with a new, long-awaited education funding formula that will take effect July 2018.

[Photo] District 65 board members raise issues with new school funding formula

October 26, 2017
Carter Page swims. The junior and the Wildcats will face Georgia and Georgia Tech this weekend.

[Photo] Men’s Swimming: Wildcats face tough slate against Peach State foes

October 19, 2017
Evanston is pursuing a lawsuit against Skokie after disagreements about water rates. Skokie responded to an increase in rates in a release Tuesday.

[Photo] Skokie officials call Evanston water rate lawsuit ‘irresponsible’

October 18, 2017
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. The school’s Speech and Debate team has begun working on initiatives this year to promote inclusivity.

[Photo] ETHS Speech and Debate team develops new equity initiatives

October 17, 2017
Nick Peterson dives into the pool. The senior and the Wildcats lost their opener to Eastern Michigan.

[Photo] Men’s Swimming: Wildcats fall just short in season opener

October 11, 2017
The Harley Clarke Mansion, located on Sheridan Road, has been vacant since 2015. Artists for Humanity and Evanston Lakehouse and Gardens proposed interest in operating the property.

[Photo] Harley Clarke renovation draws interest of new youth art organization

October 11, 2017
Nick Peterson takes off from the blocks. The senior will bring veteran leadership to a young Northwestern team this season.

[Photo] Men’s Swimming: With new freshman class, Wildcats look to improve in 2017-18

October 10, 2017
The 2015 Homecoming court parades down Sheridan Road. This year, students will elect one Homecoming Wildcat from a court of 12 people.

[Photo] Northwestern students to vote for ‘Homecoming Wildcat’ instead of king, queen

September 28, 2017
Symone Abbott goes up for a kill. The senior outside hitter will lead the Wildcats into weekend matches with Rutgers and No. 3 Penn State.

[Photo] Volleyball: Searching for first Big Ten win, Northwestern takes on Rutgers, No. 3 Penn State

September 28, 2017
The Harley Clarke Mansion. The city-owned building has been the subject of controversy for nearly four years and counting.

[Photo] As Harley Clarke acquisition process is extended, local nonprofit remains confident in bid

July 13, 2017
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[Photo] Blotter: Man arrested in connection with property damage, driving on a canceled license

July 7, 2017
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[Photo] Blotter: Man arrested in connection with aggravated sexual abuse

July 3, 2017
The Harley Clarke Mansion, located on Sheridan Road, has been vacant since 2015. Aldermen on Monday declined to accept a proposal by Evanston Lakehouse & Gardens to take over the mansion.

[Photo] City Council to consider other proposals for Harley Clarke Mansion

June 28, 2017
Two parked Evanston police cars. The Evanston Police Department in partnership with University Police received a grant to implement body cameras.

[Photo] Evanston police begin summer-long body camera test

June 2, 2017
State Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) talks with constituents after a town hall meeting in 2015. A bill sponsored by Biss that would use public funds to match small donor contributions passed in the state Senate Tuesday.

[Photo] Small donor matching bill passes in Illinois Senate

May 17, 2017
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