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Senior outfielder Joe Hoscheit runs to first base. Hoscheit drove in 1 of the Cats’ 2 runs in the team’s loss to Notre Dame.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern falls 3-2 to Notre Dame in low-scoring affair

May 2, 2017
Leo Kaplan gets his lead. Despite the freshman’s exploits, the Wildcats lost two of three to Michigan State this weekend.

[Photo] Baseball: Wildcats drop crucial series to Michigan State in blowout fashion

April 30, 2017
Lesley Williams speaks to reporters after her disciplinary hearing last week. Williams told The Daily on Thursday she had been suspended without pay for 15 days.

[Photo] Popular EPL librarian says she has received 15-day unpaid suspension

April 28, 2017
Jack Dunn awaits a pitch. The sophomore infielder and the Wildcats are seeking a home series win against Michigan State this weekend.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern takes on Michigan State with Big Ten seeding critical

April 27, 2017
Danita Stroup cradles the ball. The senior attacker and the Wildcats face a tough test Thursday against No. 1 Maryland.

[Photo] Lacrosse: Cats seek share of Big Ten title against top-ranked Maryland

April 26, 2017
Tommy Bordignon fires a pitch. The junior and the Wildcats’ bullpen will look to continue their strong play Wednesday at Chicago State.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern looks for another win against Chicago State

April 25, 2017
Protesters rally earlier this year for the Women’s March on Chicago. On Tuesday, the Illinois House passed a bill to protect abortions and allow tax money to go toward the procedure.

[Photo] Illinois House passes measure to protect, expand abortion access

April 25, 2017
Men’s basketball coach Chris Collins observes the court during an NCAA Tournament game. Collins and football coach Pat Fitzgerald received contract extensions on Monday, according to reports.

[Photo] Pat Fitzgerald, Chris Collins to receive contract extensions, according to reports

April 24, 2017
Christina Esposito dodges through defenders. The senior attacker scored 5 goals in a route over Rutgers to clinch a berth in the Big Ten Tournament.

[Photo] Lacrosse: Esposito scores 5 goals as Northwestern routs Rutgers

April 23, 2017
Joe Hoscheit swings at a pitch. The senior outfielder recorded 6 RBIs in the weekend series against Penn State.

[Photo] Baseball: Cats take 2 of 3 against last-place Penn State

April 23, 2017
Christina Esposito looks for an opening to take a shot. The senior attacker will try to build upon her team-leading 34 goals in a crucial contest against Rutgers on Saturday.

[Photo] Lacrosse: Wildcats living on edge going into Rutgers matchup this weekend

April 20, 2017
JR Reimer throws a pitch. The junior pitcher is part of a Northwestern bullpen that has struggled this year, as the Wildcats rank 10th in the Big Ten in team ERA.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern seeks crucial Big Ten sweep against last-place Penn State

April 20, 2017
Joe Hoscheit makes contact with the ball. The senior outfielder and the Wildcats picked up a midweek win against Milwaukee on Tuesday.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern picks up important midweek win before heading to Penn State

April 18, 2017
Ald. Judy Fiske (1st) speaks at a City Council meeting. Fiske on Monday expressed concern about a new plan to expand the downtown Evanston area.

[Photo] City Council debates expansion of downtown area, advertising policies

April 18, 2017
Matt Hopfner runs to first base. The senior outfielder and the Wildcats are seeking a victory at home Tuesday against Milwaukee.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern looks for rebound against Milwaukee

April 17, 2017
Ald. Delores Holmes (5th) at a City Council meeting. Holmes will be retiring — for the second time — next month, after serving as alderman for three terms.

[Photo] Holmes reflects on lifetime of service in Evanston

April 17, 2017
Joe Hoscheit takes a swing. The senior outfielder had a good weekend, but the Wildcats dropped two of three to Illinois.

[Photo] Baseball: Wildcats drop 2 of 3 crucial conference games against Illinois

April 16, 2017
Claire Quinn evades defenders. The sophomore defender scored the go-ahead goal in the Wildcats’ win over Duke on Saturday.

[Photo] Lacrosse: Second-half surge gives Northwestern crucial win over Duke

April 16, 2017
Nia Coffey races past a defender. The former NU player was selected fifth overall in the WNBA Draft on Thursday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Coffey taken fifth overall in WNBA Draft

April 13, 2017
Tommy Bordignon fires a pitch. The junior starter threw 6 solid innings in the Wildcats’ win against Bradley on Wednesday.

[Photo] Baseball: Wildcats pick up fourth straight win, look to add to streak against Illinois this weekend

April 12, 2017
Christina Esposito looks for an opening. The senior attacker and the Wildcats face a daunting two-game stretch this weekend.

[Photo] Lacrosse: Wildcats face 2 ranked opponents in 3 days this weekend

April 12, 2017
Matt Hopfner looks for a hit. The senior designated hitter went 3-for-4 in Northwestern’s win over Western Michigan on Tuesday.

[Photo] Baseball: Consistency on both ends gives Northwestern win over Western Michigan

April 11, 2017
Devon Reid speaks at a forum. Reid, who was elected Evanston’s next city clerk, was endorsed by Reclaim Evanston — an organization that supports progressive candidates.

[Photo] Local political organization supports two winning candidates

April 10, 2017
Ald. Judy Fiske (1st) speaks at a City Council meeting. Fiske on Monday objected to the appointment of new members to the Board of Ethics citing a potential appearance of a conflict.

[Photo] City Council approves new appointees to Board of Ethics

April 10, 2017
Leo Kaplan takes his lead. The freshman outfielder and the Wildcats are looking to translate this weekend’s success into midweek games.

[Photo] Baseball: Rallying after surprise series victory, NU attempts to carry momentum into two midweek games

April 10, 2017
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) speaks at an Open Communities event in February. On Monday, she released a statement condemning United Airlines’ forced removal of a passenger from an overbooked flight.

[Photo] Schakowsky joins protests against forcible removal of United Airlines passenger

April 10, 2017
Joe McKeown gestures. The coach has led the Wildcats to two relatively disappointing seasons in the past two years.

[Photo] Paxton: Results under McKeown are frustrating, but he deserves his job

April 10, 2017
Alex Erro takes a swing. The freshman infielder had the go-ahead hit for the Wildcats in Sunday’s series-winning victory against Iowa.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern secures first conference wins in Iowa series

April 9, 2017
Weinberg juniors Nehaarika Mulukutla (right) and Rosalie Gambrah speak during a Daily-moderated forum Wednesday in Fisk Hall. Mulukutla and Gambrah won the election for Associated Student Government president and executive vice president Friday with nearly 77 percent of the vote.

[Photo] Mulukutla, Gambrah win uncontested ASG election

April 7, 2017
Tommy Bordignon delivers the pitch. The junior will open the weekend series against Iowa.

The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave. There will be three new aldermen on City Council following Tuesday’s municipal election.

[Photo] Newly elected aldermen look to collaborate on city-wide issues, advocate for their wards

April 5, 2017
Claire Quinn brings the ball up the field. The defender, her sophomore teammates and the Wildcats are seeking a win Thursday at Ohio State.

[Photo] Lacrosse: Sophomores find rhythm as Northwestern prepares for Ohio State

April 5, 2017
Nichols Middle School, 800 Greenleaf St. On Tuesday, residents elected new members of the District 65 and District 202 school boards.

[Photo] New school boards elected in D65, D202

April 5, 2017
Cicely Fleming

[Photo] Three new aldermen elected to City Council, 6 to serve another term

April 5, 2017
Jack Dunn swings through a pitch. The sophomore infielder and the Wildcats mustered just two hits in a shutout loss to UIC on Tuesday.

[Photo] Baseball: Wildcats muster just 2 hits in latest loss to UIC

April 5, 2017
Businessman Steve Hagerty speaks at a mayoral forum in February. Hagerty won the mayoral race Tuesday evening.

Jack Dunn prepares for a pitch. The sophomore infielder and the Wildcats are looking for their first win of the season against Illinois-Chicago.

[Photo] Baseball: Wildcats out for redemption against UIC

April 3, 2017
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Evanston) speaks on Feb. 12 at an Open Communities event. Schakowsky decried House Speaker Paul Ryan’s decision to continue his attempt to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.

[Photo] City, state officials decry House Republicans’ attempted repeal, replacement of Affordable Care Act

March 31, 2017
At 415,000 square feet, Kellogg School of Management’s new building offers business and economics students a new, vibrant place to study and collaborate. The building was inaugurated during a Wednesday function.

[Photo] Kellogg celebrates opening of lakeside building

March 30, 2017
Ald. Melissa Wynne (3rd) at a candidate’s forum.

[Photo] Two challenge long-standing 3rd Ward alderman

March 29, 2017
Ald. Delores Holmes (5th) at a City Council meeting. Holmes apologized for using a city email to endorse Robin Rue Simmons for 5th Ward alderman at a City Council meeting Monday night.

[Photo] Holmes apologizes after using city email for candidate endorsement

March 27, 2017
Alex Schneidman and his leafy costar rehearse for the upcoming production of “Little Shop of Horrors.” Dolphin Show will take the production on tour to Bosnia and Herzegovina this Spring Break.

[Photo] Dolphin Show announces tour in Bosnia and Herzegovina

March 12, 2017
Joe McKeown motions from the sideline. The coach is optimistic about Northwestern’s chances in the conference tournament despite a poor February showing.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Despite ugly February, Wildcats enter Big Ten Tournament with confidence

February 28, 2017
City manager Wally Bobkiewicz speaks at a meeting. Bobkiewicz said the existing water contract with Skokie will be extended four months as a new contract is being negotiated.

[Photo] City approves extension of Skokie water deal until new agreement is reached

February 28, 2017
Nia Coffey dribbles the ball. The senior forward was named to her fourth All-Big Ten First Team.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Nia Coffey named first-team All-Big Ten, Ashley Deary named Defensive Player of the Year

February 27, 2017
Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) attends a city meeting. Rainey said she “couldn't be happier” that the restaurant Good to Go was moving into a space at 711 Howard St.

[Photo] Good to Go to move across Howard Street

February 27, 2017
Nia Coffey attempts a shot. The senior forward notched 19 points but couldn’t lift Northwestern over the Boilermakers, who won on a buzzer-beater.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Last-second buzzer-beater dooms Northwestern in loss to Purdue

February 26, 2017
A sign at the Women’s March on Chicago last month reads “Stronger Together.” Members of the Evanston chapter of Action for a Better Tomorrow attended the event.

[Photo] Evanston resident leads local chapter to oppose Trump through political action, education

February 26, 2017
Evanston Police Chief Richard Eddington attends a Human Services meeting. Eddington and other officials from EPD presented the current process for citizen complaint reviews at a community meeting Thursday evening.

[Photo] Evanston police, residents meet for first complaint review process planning meeting

February 24, 2017
Ald. Melissa Wynne (3rd) speaks at a candidate forum. She and other Economic Development Committee members proposed a reimbursement for Kabul House’s liquor and tax revenues up to $50,000.

[Photo] Economic Development Committee approves reimbursement plan for Kabul House restaurant

February 23, 2017
Ashley Deary drives to the hoop. The senior guard finished with 4 points as Northwestern struggled from the floor against Indiana.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Slumping Wildcats fall 66-38 at Indiana

February 11, 2017
Evanston Police Chief Richard Eddington attends a Human Services meeting on Monday. The city announced at the meeting that the Evanston Police Department would begin implementing body cameras later this year.

[Photo] Evanston, University police to wear body cameras starting this year

February 9, 2017
Mayoral candidate Jeff Smith speaks at a city meeting. Smith is running on a progressive platform including environmental stewardship and affordable housing.

[Photo] Longtime advocate Jeff Smith prioritizing progressive aims

February 7, 2017
Ald. Melissa Wynne (3rd) speaks Tuesday at a candidate forum. Last week, Wynne defended the Economic Development Committee’s decision to deny a $50,000 storefront modernization grant to the owner of Kabul House, 2424 Dempster St.

[Photo] Kabul House restaurant denied grant from city after former tenant defaulted on loan

February 2, 2017
Ashley Deary defends an opponent. The senior tallied five steals as Northwestern’s defense led it to victory.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Strong defense, woeful Rutgers offense carries Northwestern to victory

January 30, 2017
Isiah Brown attempts a layup. The guard’s strong start helped keep NU competitive in the opening half.

[Photo] Men's Basketball: Isiah Brown keeps Northwestern alive during first-half drought

January 13, 2017
Ald. Brian Miller (9th) attends a city meeting. Miller, a mayoral candidate, pressed for the release of a 2015 video depicting the arrest of Northwestern graduate student Lawrence Crosby, which the city said it will publish online Wednesday.

[Photo] City set to release 2015 video depicting contentious arrest

January 11, 2017
Nia Coffey drives through the paint. The senior made conference history but couldn't lift NU over Maryland on Saturday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: No. 3 Maryland rolls past Northwestern

January 7, 2017
Oceana Hamilton goes up for a layup. The junior center and the Wildcats face a stiff test at No. 3 Maryland on Saturday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern faces test at No. 3 Maryland

January 5, 2017
Abi Scheid attempts a shot. The freshman scored a career-best 20 points off the bench Tuesday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Abi Scheid’s career night serves as silver lining in loss to Buckeyes

January 4, 2017
Ashley Deary guards a ball-handler. The senior guard became the Big Ten's all-time leader in steals but could not lift NU to a win Tuesday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Ohio State wears down Northwestern, 94-87

January 3, 2017
Lauren Douglas shoots over a defender. The senior started on Saturday and matched her season high in scoring.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Hot-shooting Northwestern rolls past Purdue

January 1, 2017
Bryant McIntosh dribbles the ball. The junior guard struggled against Michigan State as the Cats faltered on the road.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Wildcats fall short in potential resume-builder

December 31, 2016
Nia Coffey drives in the paint. The senior forward led Northwestern with 22 points on Wednesday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern gets past Nebraska in Big Ten opener

December 29, 2016
Scottie Lindsey dribbles the ball. The junior guard scored a career-best 31 points against Penn State.

[Photo] Rapid Recap: Northwestern 87, Penn State 77

December 27, 2016
Ashley Deary defends. The senior guard's balanced stat line helped Northwestern capture an easy win Thursday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern rolls past UT Martin, readies for Big Ten play

December 22, 2016
Nia Coffey attempts a shot over a defender. The senior recorded her 1,000th rebound against Gonzaga, becoming the first player in program history to reach the mark.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern’s seven-game win streak snapped by Gonzaga after late collapse

December 20, 2016
Christen Inman takes a layup. The senior guard recorded a season-high 21 points in Saturday's win

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern pulls away in second half, downs Santa Clara 87-75

December 17, 2016
Vic Law looks to score. The sophomore forward led Northwestern with 18 points against Chicago State, but acknowledged the victory was "ugly."

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Northwestern survives scare against Chicago State

December 14, 2016
Nia Coffey looks toward the hoop. The senior forward led the Cats with 19 points and went a perfect 10-for-10 at the free throw line Tuesday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Strong defensive effort propels Northwestern to win over UIC

December 13, 2016
Nia Coffey handles the ball. The senior hit the go-ahead free throws in the closing moments to lift NU to victory.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Coffey erases late Northwestern miscues, Wildcats win fifth straight

December 11, 2016
Ashley Deary calls out a play. The senior guard scored 12 in Northwestern's win over Chicago State.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern takes care of Chicago State in easy home win

December 4, 2016
The Women’s Center, 2000 Sheridan Rd., will integrate counseling services with CAPS by Winter Quarter. The center's only clinician will leave the University by the end of the year, an administrator said.

[Photo] Women’s Center counselor to leave Northwestern before Winter Quarter

November 29, 2016
Nia Coffey dribbles down the court. The senior forward scored 30 points to lead Northwestern past Evansville.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern overcomes second-quarter slump to top Evansville

November 27, 2016
Bryant McIntosh drives to the hoop. The junior guard shot just 3-for-18 in Northwestern's loss to Notre Dame.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Northwestern squanders late lead in loss to Notre Dame

November 22, 2016
Isiah Brown knifes through the lane for a layup. The freshman guard poured in 10 points in the Wildcat’s win over Texas on Monday.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Wildcats have no trouble with pressure-happy Texas defense

November 22, 2016
Scottie Lindsey takes a defender off the dribble. The junior guard scored 13 of his 16 points in the first half, helping Northwestern to a strong start in its win over No. 22 Texas.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Northwestern runs past No. 22 Texas for big Legends Classic win

November 21, 2016
Lauren Douglas goes up for a layup. The senior forward led NU with 18 points in a loss to crosstown rival DePaul.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Douglas shines with Coffey sidelined

November 20, 2016
Ashley Deary guides the offense. The senior guard and the Wildcats suffered their first loss of the season Saturday at DePaul.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern fades late against No. 20 DePaul

November 20, 2016
Oceana Hamilton battles in the post. The junior center has started all three games for the Wildcats this season ahead of Saturday’s showdown with No. 20 DePaul.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern looks for signature win at cross-town rival DePaul

November 17, 2016
Bryant McIntosh flies for a layup. The junior guard’s late turnover in the Wildcats’ 70-68 loss at Butler set up Kamar Baldwin’s game-winning shot.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Turnovers sink Northwestern in loss to Butler

November 17, 2016
Dererk Pardon battles up a shot inside. The sophomore center fouled out late in Northwestern’s 70-68 loss at Butler on Wednesday.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Northwestern falls at Butler on last-second shot

November 16, 2016
Christen Inman looks for an entry pass. The senior guard led Northwestern with 18 points to help the team roll over Missouri State on Wednesday.

Christen Inman looks for an entry pass. The senior guard led Northwestern with 18 points to help the team roll over Missouri State on Wednesday.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Wildcats cruise past Missouri State without Nia Coffey

November 16, 2016
Junior guard Bryant McIntosh dribbles a ball to start an offensive possession. McIntosh is expected to lead the Wildcats through its tough stretch of upcoming games.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Bryant McIntosh looks to lead Northwestern through competitive stretch

November 15, 2016
Junior center Oceana Hamilton takes a ball to the hoop. Hamilton figures to be one of the central cogs in Northwestern’s frontcourt this season.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: With the nonconference season young, Northwestern sorts out its frontcourt

November 15, 2016
Ashley Deary pulls up from midrange. The senior guard put up 11 points to go over 1000 career points scored in Sunday's win against Oral Roberts.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Northwestern holds on to top Oral Roberts

November 13, 2016
The Women’s Center, 2000 Sheridan Rd., will integrate counseling services with CAPS by Winter Quarter. An administrator said the decision to eliminate long-term counseling at the center was made after holding focus groups with students.

[Photo] Administrators clarify efforts to gauge student opinion before Women’s Center changes

November 11, 2016
Michele Chernesky possesses the ball at the edge of the box. The sophomore midfielder and the Wildcats lost in the semifinals of the Big Ten Tournament to Rutgers.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Improved second half not enough for Wildcats in tourney semifinal

November 7, 2016
Olivia Korhonen leaps for a header. The sophomore midfielder and the Wildcats will look to avenge their sole loss of the season against Rutgers in the semifinals of Big Ten Tournament.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: No. 17 Wildcats face tough rematch in Big Ten semifinals

November 3, 2016
Taylor Tashima sets the ball. The junior setter and the Wildcats will try to build on some rare momentum this weekend as they travel to Iowa and Nebraska.

[Photo] Volleyball: Wildcats set to face Iowa, No. 1 Nebraska to start road stretch

October 27, 2016
The Evanston Dog Beach is one of six Evanston beaches. Employee hours at the beaches may be reduced next summer if the state withholds funding from Evanston and other municipalities.

[Photo] City plans for potential state funding cut

October 25, 2016
Rachel Zampa dribbles up the field. The senior midfielder and NU could win the Big Ten regular season title outright with a win against Illinois on Wednesday.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Entering final Big Ten game, Northwestern hopes for first-ever conference crown

October 25, 2016
Kayla Sharples heads away a ball in the box. The sophomore defender helped spearhead a shutout effort against No. 13 Minnesota, Northwestern’s program-record 13th clean sheet of the season.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats’ showdown with Minnesota ends in 0-0 stalemate

October 23, 2016
Kassidy Gorman battles for the ball. The junior defender has played further forward and been an important part of Northwestern’s attack this season.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: With eyes on Big Ten title, Wildcats prepare for biggest test

October 20, 2016
Nikia Smith evades an opposing player. The junior defender and the Wildcats are looking to make a late-season push for a Big Ten title.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Writers ruminate on the Big Ten title race, Northwestern’s offensive identity

October 18, 2016
Kayla Sharples controls the ball in the back. The sophomore defender helped anchor Northwestern’s defense to its 12th shutout of the season at Nebraska on Sunday.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Defenses shine as Northwestern fights to scoreless draw at Nebraska

October 16, 2016
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