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[Photo] WILLOW and Raveena to perform at A&O Productions Blowout

October 4, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Annual safety report disregards potential impacts of COVID-19, student movements

September 29, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] Study finds previous cardiovascular health impacts pregnancy complications

July 22, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Parental vaccine resistance is on the decline, study finds

July 21, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Northwestern releases position profile for its search for the next University President

July 8, 2021
Ald. Devon Reid (8th), a Black man, sits wearing a black suit with a red tie and a white lapel pin. There is a projector screen in the background and a green plastic drink bottle next to him.

[Photo] Last July, former City Clerk Devon Reid implemented a police transparency policy. Almost a year later, the city has yet to follow it.

June 25, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Northwestern to receive funding from U.S. Department of Energy to advance goal of clean electricity

June 22, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Northwestern to increase total cost by 3.6 percent, financial aid by more than 8 percent

June 14, 2021
The backside of the Weber Arch against a sunset. The arch is framed with trees.

[Photo] After Norris employees were potentially exposed to COVID-19, University workers, advocates call for transparency, protocol changes

May 30, 2021
A sign of YWCA Evanston/North Shore

[Photo] YWCA’s Equity in Evanston project provides roadmap to advance equity

May 28, 2021
Robert Brown, wearing black framed glasses and a navy suit with a purple tie with polka dots. In the background is a campus building in light brick.

[Photo] Robert Brown named Medill’s inaugural director of diversity, equity, inclusion and outreach

May 20, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] University leadership gives updates on finances, in-person activities, faculty and staff vaccinations

May 19, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Northwestern reports record low positive COVID-19 cases in months as Illinois enters Bridge Phase

May 14, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] State policy leaders discuss improving Black maternal health outcomes

May 13, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] NU to require vaccine for students starting fall 2021

May 12, 2021
Ald. Tom Suffredin sits at the dais, wearing a grey suit with a green striped tie.

[Photo] Suffredin releases list of 6th Ward resident priorities for new City Council

May 12, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] Studies show COVID-19 vaccine has no effect on fertility, though fertility remains a concern among vaccine-hesitant

May 11, 2021
Robin Rue Simmons sits at her desk at a city council meeting. Her desk is brown, the chair is black, her shirt is red, and the background is light blue.

[Photo] City Council to consider tax increment financing in the 5th Ward

May 11, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] NU researchers develop a wireless fetal-monitoring sensor

May 10, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] Northwestern Medicine study finds over 25 percent increase in opioid overdoses in Cook County

April 26, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Northwestern Medicine to vaccinate NU students, faculty and staff

April 21, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] Illinois Prison Project ambassadors discuss incarceration and re-entry at One Book event

April 19, 2021
The Weber Arch from behind, against an evening sunset.

[Photo] University to administer Moderna vaccines first-come, first-served in second surprise vaccine event within a week

April 15, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] Board of Trustees announces 36-member search committee for next University president

April 12, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] Study finds mental disorders persist 15 years after youth leave juvenile facilities

April 5, 2021
Northwestern player in black jersey prepares to swing bat on standing on brown diamond above a white home plate

[Photo] Softball: No. 24 Northwestern looks to maintain its near-perfect record in four-game series against Maryland

April 1, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

[Photo] University announces $1 million research project on pandemic policy response

April 1, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

[Photo] Northwestern Medicine researchers develop protein to incapacitate COVID-causing virus

March 30, 2021
The Weber Arch. The University announced it would reconsider the responsibilities of NUPD following an external review.

[Photo] Northwestern to reconsider University Police duties after external review

March 23, 2021
Male Northwestern wrestler raps his hands around opponent, tackles him to the ground.

[Photo] Wrestling: Ryan Deakin wins second straight Big Ten crown, five others qualify for National Tournament in St. Louis

March 9, 2021
City clerk and 8th Ward aldermanic candidate Devon Reid. Reid made his case for the Eighth Ward seat in a Tuesday debate that escalated after Ald. Rainey made a racially charged remark toward the clerk.

[Photo] Devon Reid emphasizes affordable housing, transparency in 8th Ward aldermanic race

January 25, 2021
City clerk and 8th ward challenger Devon Reid. In an open forum Thursday night, Reid spoke about his plans for addressing racial injustice and working with the community.

[Photo] Aldermanic candidates discuss racial inequity, affordable housing in open forum

January 8, 2021
Joe McKeown stands on the sidelines. The reigning Big Ten Coach of the Year and Northwestern are looking to win their second-straight Big Ten title.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Cats look to repeat last year’s success with revamped defense and returning stars

November 16, 2020
The Weber Arch at sunset.

[Photo] Northwestern to allow incoming students year-long deferrals, on-campus housing contract cancellations

September 1, 2020
Northwestern University. The University announced Friday that first- and second-year students will not be allowed on campus, and that undergraduates will receive a 10 percent tuition reduction.

[Photo] Northwestern goes remote for first- and second-year students, reduces Fall Quarter undergraduate tuition by 10 percent

August 28, 2020
Searle Hall, the location of Northwestern University Health Service. NUHS will be one of two on-campus testing sites for students in Evanston this fall.

[Photo] Students express worries over details and scope of University’s updated testing protocol

August 23, 2020
Ryan Deakin wrestles an opponent. The redshirt senior was the No. 1 ranked wrestler in the country at 157 pounds last season.

[Photo] Wrestling: Northwestern set to be led by All-American Ryan Deakin

August 16, 2020
City Clerk Devon Reid. City Council discussed the hiring of an intern.

[Photo] City Council votes to stop payments to intern

August 10, 2020
Northwestern is set to increase tuition by 3.5 percent. As the national number of coronavirus cases rises, a number of universities have opted for mostly or entirely online instruction.

[Photo] NU undergrads to accept COVID-19 risks, tuition hike before return to campus

August 9, 2020
The Feinberg School of Medicine. Researchers at the school recently discovered Illinois’ first case of the P.1 COVID-19 variant.

[Photo] Northwestern, Chicago-area hospitals conduct vaccine clinical trials among other preventative studies

August 6, 2020
Ald. Cicely Fleming (9th). Fleming expressed an interest in moving forward with reallocating police funding in order to show commitment to the community’s interests.

[Photo] Human Services Committee reviews police services and response models in hopes of moving towards defunding

August 4, 2020
Searle Hall, the location of Northwestern University Health Service. According to a Wednesday email, NUHS will run COVID-19 testing in partnership with Northwestern Medicine.

[Photo] Administrators talk “Wildcat Wellness,” COVID-19 testing plans in fourth discussion with NU community

August 4, 2020
City Clerk Devon Reid. Reid’s decision to hire a long-time summer intern despite a hiring freeze led to complaints from aldermen at Monday’s council meeting.

[Photo] At City Council, questions raised over city clerk’s hiring of college intern despite freeze

July 28, 2020
City Clerk Devon Reid. A new policy from the clerk’s office would release all misconduct and use of force records

[Photo] Mayor challenges new city clerk policy on releasing misconduct, use of force records

July 28, 2020
Former Vice President Joe Biden speaks in Chicago in 2017. A recent NU survey found Kamala Harris and Stacey Abrams are at the top of black voters’ preferences for his running mate.

[Photo] NU survey finds black voters are more enthusiastic about Joe Biden with a black woman as VP

July 14, 2020
Sebastian Rivera competes against Nebraska. The former Northwestern wrestler and New Jersey native is transferring to Rutgers for his final season of eligibility.

[Photo] Wrestling: Sebastian Rivera joins Rutgers as graduate transfer

June 28, 2020
Abbie Wolf goes up for a shot. The former Northwestern center officially signed with Club Deportivo Zamarat — a women’s basketball club in Zamora, Spain — on June 24.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Abbie Wolf signs with Spanish basketball club

June 25, 2020
Northwestern University. Administrators announced in a Tuesday email that they plan to welcome back students in the fall.

[Photo] Students to return to campus for a modified Fall Quarter

June 16, 2020
Searle Hall, home to the Counseling and Psychological Services. CAPS employees one staff psychiatrist with a speciality in autism, but generally refers students to outside services for specialized care.

[Photo] “I’m never myself”: Northwestern theatre major navigates campus life, remote learning and autism

May 27, 2020
Kenna Wilkey takes a swing. Wilkey and teammate Nikki Cuchran will play in the inaugural season of the Florida Gulf Coast League this summer.

[Photo] Softball: Kenna Wilkey, Nikki Cuchran to play in inaugural season of Florida Gulf Coast League

May 27, 2020
Northwestern President Morton Schapiro. At a Wednesday faculty assembly, Schapiro said the University plans to increase the amount of money utilized from the endowment from 5 to 6 percent.

[Photo] Administrators discuss endowment, fall at Faculty Assembly meeting

May 26, 2020
The Feinberg School of Medicine. While preliminary, a new study by Feinberg professors — published May 22 in the American Journal of Clinical Pathology — may inform medical professionals how to monitor pregnant people during the pandemic.

[Photo] Northwestern Medicine finds COVID-19 may damage placentas in pregnant women

May 26, 2020
Monique Jones. The Evanston Community Foundation president and CEO announced her resignation Wednesday.

[Photo] Donors will match up to $1 million for Evanston Community Rapid Response Fund

April 10, 2020
Northwestern University will be employing a Pass/No Pass grading system for undergraduate students during Spring Quarter, according to an email sent to students Tuesday evening.

[Photo] Northwestern to move to Pass/No Pass grading system for Spring Quarter

March 31, 2020
Northwesterns Chicago campus reported its first confirmed case of COVID-19 on Monday.

[Photo] Northwestern reaches seventh confirmed case of COVID-19, first on Chicago campus

March 31, 2020
Northwesterns Kellogg Global Hub, where the Evanston campus first confirmed case of COVID-19 was reported.

[Photo] Timeline: Tracking Northwestern’s confirmed cases of COVID-19 on the Evanston and Chicago campuses

March 18, 2020
Searle Hall, home to University Health Service. Northwestern Student Insurance Office announced changes last week to the student health insurance plan for the upcoming year.

[Photo] NU-SHIP to waive deductible and co-insurance costs for diagnostic testing related to COVID-19

March 12, 2020
Students dancing at Dance Marathon 2019.

[Photo] Dance Marathon raises more than $1 million despite 30-hour event cancelation

March 12, 2020
University President Morton Schapiro announced Spring Break will be extended by one week and Spring Quarter classes will be held remotely for at least three weeks.

[Photo] Northwestern extends Spring Break, moves classes online for first three weeks of Spring Quarter

March 11, 2020
Study co-authored by Northwestern research finds that 45 percent of antibiotic prescriptions have ‘no clear rationale’ behind them.

[Photo] Medicaid prescription study finds prevalent antibiotic misprescription in United States

March 4, 2020
The study found that in contrast to the decline in racial gaps for lone denials, racial gaps in mortgage costs haven’t changed in 40 years.

[Photo] Research finds racial discrimination in mortgage market persistent over last four decades

February 27, 2020
Feinberg assistant professor Emily Miller created the Compass program to help combat the issue of perinatal depression.

[Photo] Northwestern program aims to tackle the issue of perinatal depression in mothers

February 20, 2020
Central Street established two Special Service Area districts on Jan. 25 of this year. The SSAs will function as one.

[Photo] Central Street establishes Special Service Areas to support community

February 20, 2020
Rachel Lewis pulls up at first base during a 2018 game. The second baseman will lead NU into this weekend’s Mary Nutter Classic.

[Photo] Softball: Wildcats prepare for tough competition at Mary Nutter Classic

February 20, 2020
Sebastian Rivera competes against Nebraska. Rivera returned from an injury last weekend against Maryland.

[Photo] Wrestling: Cats prepare for final stretch of grueling season

February 20, 2020
The original location of the Black House, on 1914 Sheridan Road. The Multicultural Student Affairs hosts intersectional dialogues as a part of Black History Month.

[Photo] Black History Month features intersectional dialogues

February 16, 2020
Northwestern Medicine study found evidence that injecting nanoparticles into the bloodstream within a few hours after traumatic brain injury can significantly reduce brain swelling and secondary damage.

[Photo] Northwestern Medicine researchers find that injecting nanoparticles into the brain following trauma may reduce swelling

February 4, 2020
Ryan Deakin wrestles an opponent. The junior improved to 13-0 in his bouts this season with a win on Sunday.

[Photo] Wrestling: The Wildcats lose nail-biter against in-state rival Illinois 19-18

February 3, 2020
Student Organizations and Activities works out of at Source at Northwestern. SOA is talking to student groups about their application processes after hearing student accounts about the challenges of getting involved at NU.

[Photo] Student Organizations & Activities aims to learn more about student groups’ application processes

January 26, 2020
Abbie Wolf goes up for a shot. The senior center scored a career-high 24 points to lead the Cats over Purdue on Sunday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Wolf’s career game lifts Wildcats to victory over Purdue

January 13, 2020
Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. The second Monday of each month, Howard Brown Health provides free HIV and STI screenings.

[Photo] EPL holds STI screenings with Howard Brown, Health and Human Services Department

January 12, 2020

[Photo] Northwestern researchers acknowledged as most frequently cited in the world

January 9, 2020
Abbie Wolf holds the ball. The senior center scored a team-high 18 points in NU’s loss to DePaul on Sunday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern comes up just short against No. 16 DePaul

December 1, 2019
Veronica Burton fends off an oncoming defender. The sophomore guard could have a big impact on the team offensively this year.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: The analytics case for Veronica Burton as NU’s key player

November 7, 2019
Lindsey Pulliam dribbles the ball. The junior guard will look to be an experienced leader this year as she tries to lead the Cats back to the tournament.

[Photo] Goldsmith: This is the year for Northwestern to break into the Big Dance

November 6, 2019
Abbie Wolf puts up a layup. The senior center will take Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah’s place in the starting lineup this season.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Abbie Wolf attempts to fill Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah’s void

November 6, 2019
Pete Nance drives the lane. The sophomore forward will likely play around 30 minutes per game this year.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Pete Nance’s quest to be a ‘star-type player’

October 29, 2019
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave. Last May, City Council passed an ordinance and a resolution regarding restorative justice practices.

[Photo] Evanston makes progress on restorative justice implementation

October 15, 2019
The Kellogg School of Management. Kellogg researchers completed a model that can predict a terror group’s future lethality using data from its first 10 attacks.

[Photo] Kellogg researchers develop predictive model for terrorist violence

October 9, 2019
Northwestern’s Pritzker School of Law. Attorneys and Northwestern Profs. Laura Nirider and Steven Drizin have been representing Dassey since 2007, when Dassey was sentenced to life in prison for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach.

[Photo] Pritzker Law professors petition for clemency for Brendan Dassey, featured in hit Netflix series “Making a Murderer.”

October 8, 2019
Searle Hall, home to the University Health Service. Associated Student Government is working with AccessibleNU to implement policies that would allow students to take sick days for mental health reasons.

[Photo] ASG works toward creating mental health sick days, redefining AccessibleNU policies

October 7, 2019
Nia Robinson hits the ball. The junior outside hitter is second on the team in points.

[Photo] Volleyball: Northwestern looks to get back on track against No. 17 Purdue, Indiana

October 3, 2019
Nia Robinson hits the ball. The junior outside hitter is second on the team in points.

[Photo] Volleyball: In fourth season under Davis, NU looks to improve in Big Ten

September 26, 2019
Kristen Mansfield looks at the field. The senior scored in the second half against the Redhawks.

[Photo] Field Hockey: Northwestern wins twice in Ohio, extends winning streak to six

September 23, 2019
Searle Hall, home to University Health Service. Northwestern renegotiated its plan with Aetna to lower the cost of mental health treatment after students expressed concern over initial changes to the 2019-2020 plan.

[Photo] Change to health insurance could increase costs for students, will remove price limit on outpatient mental health treatment

September 11, 2019
City Clerk Devon Reid. Residents discussed the tabling of a resolution to censor Reid at Monday’s city council meeting.

[Photo] City council hears comments regarding Devon Reid, Northwestern beach presence

July 23, 2019
Sabrina Rabin runs the bases during her senior season at Northwestern. Rabin helped lead Israel to its best-ever finish at the European Championships earlier this summer.

[Photo] Softball: Sabrina Rabin represents Israel at European Championships

July 23, 2019
City clerk Devon Reid. Aldermen voted to table a resolution to censure Reid, after several city officials alleged that Reid harassed and threatened them.

[Photo] Aldermen, residents discuss censure of city clerk at council meeting

July 16, 2019
Vic Law shoots a jumper as Dererk Pardon sets a screen. Law and Pardon were both signed by the Orlando Magic on Thursday night.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Vic Law, Dererk Pardon sign with Orlando Magic

June 23, 2019
The Sexual Harassment Prevention Office at 1800 Sherman Ave. The Education Department has opened two investigations into Northwestern’s Title IX procedures.

[Photo] Federal officials are investigating Northwestern’s Title IX process after two men allege gender bias and failure of due process

June 21, 2019
One person was wounded in a shooting on Northwestern’s Chicago campus early Saturday morning.

[Photo] One injured in shooting on Northwestern’s Chicago campus

June 1, 2019
The Black House’s current location, which will soon be under renovation. Multicultural Student Affairs just announced a temporary location for the next school year.

[Photo] MSA announces temporary Black House location

May 30, 2019
City clerk Devon Reid. Aldermen will discuss splitting up Reid’s FOIA responsibilities at Tuesday’s city council.

[Photo] Hagerty moves to restrict FOIA powers currently held by city clerk

May 28, 2019
Lindsey Pulliam makes a move. The guard earned a spot on the Team USA roster for this summer’s Pan American Games in Peru.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: USA taps Lindsey Pulliam for Pan American Games in Peru

May 21, 2019
Northwestern woman softball player swings the bat.

[Photo] Softball: No. 16 Wildcats prepare to host first NCAA Regional since 2008

May 17, 2019
Lily Novak breaks out of the batter’s box. The Wildcats will host an NCAA regional this weekend for the first time in 11 years.

[Photo] Softball Notebook: In just two years, Northwestern goes from missing the NCAA Tournament to hosting a regional

May 14, 2019
Evanston city clerk Devon Reid. Reid filed a suit against the city over his access to FOIA information.

[Photo] Officer in charge of FOIA requests sues Evanston over access to information

May 9, 2019
Joe McKeown calls out a play. The coach talked to The Daily about how he and his staff go about recruiting players to join his program.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: The 8 steps NU takes to recruit the best talent — and how it’s different from everyone else

May 9, 2019
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