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The Daily Northwestern
Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Ella Jeffries, Print Managing Editor

Ella is a junior studying Journalism, Global Health, and Sociology. This quarter she is a Print Managing Editor at The Daily, and has previously served as Arts and Entertainment Editor and Development and Recruitment Editor. You can reach Ella via Twitter or email.

Last updated fall 2023.

All content by Ella Jeffries
(Center) Danielle Brooks as Sophia in Warner Bros. Pictures’ bold new take on a classic, “The Color Purple,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

Bazawule and cast discuss upcoming film ‘The Color Purple’ in Warner Bros. roundtable

December 18, 2023
Political science Prof. Laurel Harbridge-Yong, Northwestern Hillel Executive Director Michael Simon and BridgeUSA Chief Operating Officer Ross Irwin (left to right) discuss political polarization at NU on a Saturday afternoon panel.

Northwestern’s BridgeUSA hosts first campus-wide conference ‘NUNITED’

November 6, 2023
An orange map of Evanston next to an icon of a house with an equal sign inside.

New Just Cause Ordinance hopes to ensure housing equitability for tenants

October 17, 2023
Mayor Daniel Biss stands behind a podium and speaks into a microphone.

Mayor Biss releases statement on Israel-Hamas war

October 12, 2023
SHAPE and MARS were involved in the feedback and design process of this year’s Student Body TND.

Student body TND returns to full theater production format after criticism

October 1, 2023
With the new Pretrial Fairness Act, if a judge decides the defendant does not present a risk to public safety or a likelihood of evading legal authorities, they will be released from jail without having to post bond.

Illinois becomes first state to eliminate cash bail

September 24, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light-blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 10

May 25, 2023
A performer waves and holds a microphone to their mouth.

Students orbit around Lakefill for Dillo 51

May 21, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light-blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 9

May 18, 2023
People hang onto a metal fence and throw their arms into the air

Offset announced as Dillo Day 2023 headliner

May 16, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light-blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 8

May 11, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light-blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 7

May 4, 2023
A group of dancers stands onstage together.

Mission accomplished: ‘Refresh Undercover’ spring show debuts this weekend

April 30, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 6

April 27, 2023
070 Shake with a black sweatshirt in front of a pink backdrop that reads A&O.

070 Shake, redveil announced as A&O Ball performers

April 23, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 5

April 20, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 3

April 6, 2023
The cast members of “The Bear,” with the text “The Bear” beside them.

Parts of season two of “The Bear” to film in Evanston

April 4, 2023
Gray city skyline in front of a light blue background with colorful rocks in the foreground and the words “The Weekend Ahead” written in black at the top of the illustration.

The Weekend Ahead: Performances and events to catch for Week 2

March 30, 2023
A woman stands outside on a cold day in a coat, looking at the camera for a headshot.

Ndona Muboyayi, D65 board candidate, talks achievement gap and equity in literacy

March 15, 2023
A gold and black trophy that reads "2023 Winners" against a red background with the words "Best of Evanston" written in gold at the top.

Best of Evanston 2023

February 26, 2023
Brick building with a black awning that says NorthShore University HealthSystem in blue lettering.

NorthShore’s Community Investment Fund names recipients of $4 million total in grants

February 15, 2023
Yellow map of the U.S. with fists placed in the location of cities with reparation programs.

Reparations gain national momentum following Evanston’s implementation of historic program

January 31, 2023
White background with the words Papa Bop written in black, large letters. A water dispenser with cups is in the corner.

Papa Bop, family-owned Korean restaurant, will ‘fill your stomach and your soul’

January 9, 2023
A map of Evanston with the wards all in different colors. Black silhouettes of houses are placed throughout the map. The map is in the middle of the word “Evanston.”

Land Use Commission unanimously supports Masonic Temple apartments project

November 16, 2022
Mound of dirt against blue sky with a shovel in it. Green plants and a black fist are also in the dirt. There is a sun in the sky.

Hopeful marijuana moguls sue state in pursuit of a dispensary license

November 9, 2022
Gray sky with brown houses in the foreground.

Evanston Health Department study reveals health inequities in 5th Ward

November 9, 2022
Gun in the center with a red circle “banned” sign over it.

As Evanston marks 10 years of gun buyback, some say further change is necessary

October 27, 2022
Colorful map of Evanston with black house silhouettes scattered on the map. The map is in the middle of the word “Evanston,” which is written in black, pink and purple.

A history of initiatives and attempts to increase affordable housing in Evanston

October 12, 2022
Black and white city skyline with an orange background and the Family Focus logo on top.

Social Services Committee approves funding to welcome center for immigrants

September 27, 2022
Gray sign with white lettering and green trees in the background.

City Council hears updates on Trilogy’s crisis emergency response program and Living Room

September 27, 2022
Devon Reid sitting in a chair in front of a navy blue background with a name plaque on a wooden desk in front.

Councilmember Devon Reid proposes new public nudity ordinance with less gendered language

September 21, 2022
Illustration of an open book against a purple background surrounded by speech bubbles.

Community members discuss recent increase of book bans nationwide

April 27, 2022
Two women sit at a purple table, in front of a gray brick wall that advertises sustainNU.

Green Office Program encourages NU offices to adopt more sustainable practices

April 21, 2022
A room with two tables, two blue chairs and a TV on the wall. There are papers strewn on the back table.

Student Affairs identifies new, “mid-term” space for the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center

April 6, 2022
A hand holding a phone with a search bar at the top of the screen that says “therapy.” A big question mark is on the screen below the search bar. Behind the phone is a light purple background with dark purple polka dots.

A guide to mental health therapy resources in Evanston and Chicago

March 1, 2022
Students pose for a picture on a zip lining platform.

Engineering seniors work to improve the healthcare system while studying abroad in South Africa

February 15, 2022
Picture of the Beth Emet Free Synagogue from the outside with snow on the ground.

Local leaders respond to recent uptick in attacks against the Jewish community

February 9, 2022
The front of the Hillel building with trees on either side.

Hillel program delivers free care packages to sick students

January 26, 2022
Eli Coustan sitting down with his laptop on a white table in front of him.

Local teen Eli Coustan creates website to locate COVID-19 tests

January 19, 2022
Some of Evanston Latinos’ board members standing outside together. From left to right: Stephanie Mendoza, Chandra Palmer, Jesus Vega, Rebeca Mendoza, and Dolores Ayala.

Evanston Latinos works to distribute COVID information, advance equity and inclusion for the local Latinx community

January 17, 2022
Local textile artist Bryana Bibbs stands in front of several of her weavings.

Chicago-based textile artist Bryana Bibbs documents her life in “JOURNAL Series” weavings

January 11, 2022
Sarah Pritchard standing with her arms crossed in front of a bookcase.

University’s Dean of Libraries Sarah Pritchard celebrates 15 years at Northwestern, talks upcoming retirement plans

November 16, 2021
This is a picture of Rachel McCardell crossing the finish line at the Redbird Invitational cross country meet at Illinois State. Fans are in the background.

Women cross country’s Rachel McCardell talks passion for the sport and cross country experiences

November 4, 2021
Collage of Black women with natural hairstyles

NU senior launches start-up to promote Black women’s self-love through hair care

October 25, 2021
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