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

The Daily Northwestern
Jacob Fulton

Jacob Fulton, Editor in Chief

Jacob is a Medill junior from Columbus, Ohio double majoring in journalism and history. At The Daily, Jacob has previously served as Investigations Editor, Print Managing Editor for two quarters, Summer Editor, Design Editor and City Editor. When he’s not in the newsroom, you can find Jacob reporting for NBC News as an intern with the digital politics team or listening to Lorde. You can reach him via Twitter or email.

 

 

All content by Jacob Fulton

Weinberg freshman Daniel Perelman dies following plane crash

May 30, 2022
The Lake Michigan beach at sunrise.

Evanston to reopen beaches across city Saturday

May 26, 2022
Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring look at each other underneath the text “Heartstopper”

Reel Thoughts: ‘Heartstopper’ captures the importance of found families within the queer experience

May 15, 2022
Large painted letters spell out “Dillo Day” on the lakefill.

Dominic Fike announced as Dillo Day nighttime headliner

May 12, 2022
A needle and two bottles of a vaccine on a gray background

Evanston reaches ‘High’ COVID-19 transmission level

May 12, 2022
Morton Schapiro stands at a podium wearing a purple shirt and tie, as well as a black windbreaker.

University President Morton Schapiro tests positive for COVID-19

May 11, 2022

Police arrest suspect after University sends notice of active threat on its Chicago campus

May 2, 2022
A woman with blonde hair wears a purple blazer and black shirt.

Julie Payne-Kirchmeier to depart Northwestern for role with Indiana University system

April 29, 2022

Moyana Olivia finds harmony in her songwriting process

April 22, 2022
Elise Malary stands in front of a body of water, wearing a white tank top and blue jeans.

Local transgender activist Elise Malary identified as woman found dead along lakefront

March 19, 2022
The Arch juxtaposed against trees in autumnal colors.

Northwestern to lift mask mandate in classrooms at start of Spring Quarter

March 15, 2022
Many bottles of alcohol sit on shelves inside of a grocery store.

Best Liquor Store: D&D Finer Foods

February 27, 2022
The cover of “Laurel Hell” framed by branches on a red and pink striped background.

Liner Notes: On “Laurel Hell,” Mitski gets existential about her relationship with music

February 13, 2022
A ground-level photo of Evanston Township High School, a large red brick building with tan spires. A sign with the school’s name appears in the foreground.

ETHS moves to remote learning to assess impact of omicron variant

December 17, 2021
A black metal marker displays a purple sign with words “Northwestern University.” Below the sign is a green map of the campus. Behind the marker are dark green leaves and a lamppost.

Northwestern to allow some remote class dates in winter

December 10, 2021
A girl wearing a purple shirt, jeans and a purple backpack walks in front of a large gray stone building.

Northwestern announces testing requirement following winter break

November 30, 2021
The exterior of the Robert Crown Community Center, a large stone building with glass windows on the first floor.

In Focus: Nearly two years after its reopening, residents remain divided on the Robert Crown Community Center’s impact

November 22, 2021
The exterior of Cahn Auditorium. A student is entering the door.

The Dolphin Show to host Inclusive Design Workshop

November 22, 2021

Communication graduate student Shengxuan Ma dies

October 27, 2021
The Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Education Center, a red brick building with large glass windows and foliage out front.

District 65 announces proposed upcoming vaccine clinic with city for children

October 27, 2021

University Police identifies suspects in COVID-19 test theft

October 26, 2021

4,500 COVID-19 tests stolen from Foster-Walker Complex

October 26, 2021
Rebecca Blank wears a white shirt and purple jacket with gold buttons, posing in front of green foliage.

Rebecca Blank named next president of Northwestern

October 11, 2021
The exterior of Evanston Public Library, a red brick building. The name of EPL is on the outside in gold.

Evanston Public Library apologizes for using thin blue line flag in display

October 8, 2021
The Sigma Alpha Epsilon house, a large brick building with Greek letters on it. Protesters hold signs in front of the building.

SAE HQ issues cease and desist against NU chapter

September 28, 2021
Erika Storlie sits at the dais, wearing a black blazer.

Erika Storlie recognized at her final City Council meeting

September 28, 2021
A student holds a cardboard sign that reads “Ban SAE and AEPi.”

ASG bans IFC, PHA from holding, applying for Senate seats

September 27, 2021
The exterior of Ryan Field, a large cement building with arched entryways and multiple windows.

Northwestern changes harassment, discrimination policies following cheer team investigation

August 31, 2021
A colorful graphic with a blue background and multiple illustrations of the actual COVID-19 virus around the screen depicted as green circles with red spikes. There are multiple vials of the COVID-19 vaccine in the graphic with a large vial at the center with a large needle at the center of the image in front of the largest vial.

Evanston reintroduces mask mandate, effective Aug. 27

August 24, 2021
A gray and tan walkway with five visible pillars. A purple banner reads: “Welcome Wildcats! Testing Entry Ahead.”

Northwestern to require entry testing upon fall return to campus

August 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.

Northwestern to launch multimillion dollar research accelerator

August 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.

Year in review: NU’s top stories through the 2020-21 academic year

August 16, 2021
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, a tall red brick building with stone archways around the doors.

A beginner’s guide to Evanston politics and power players

August 16, 2021
Two figures stand against a yellow background. In between them is ASG’s logo.

All about ASG: Explaining the students’ elected representative body on campus

August 16, 2021
An aerial view of an Evanston street

Year in Review: Evanston’s top stories throughout a transformative year

August 16, 2021

Fulton: Embrace Evanston

August 15, 2021
A black metal marker displays a purple sign with words “Northwestern University.” Below the sign is a green map of the campus. Behind the marker are dark green leaves and a lamppost.

Weinberg will not permit remote or asynchronous versions of in-person classes, University says

August 12, 2021
Erika Storlie sits at the dais, wearing a black suit jacket and white shirt.

Decision on Storlie’s separation tabled until Thursday

August 10, 2021
Howard Trienens wears a Northwestern letterman jacket and a blue checked collared shirt.

Former Board of Trustees chair Howard Trienens dies at 97

August 8, 2021
Erika Storlie sits at the dais, a flag behind her, wearing a suit jacket and white shirt.

Storlie may step down as city manager following allegations of sexual harassment by lakefront staff

August 6, 2021
An illustration of a partially-full vaccine syringe. Behind it is a vial, and there are 3 other vials interspersed in the background, as well as illustrations of SARS CoV-2 particles.

Evanston implements new masking guideline after rise in COVID-19 cases

August 5, 2021
Miley Cyrus, wearing a red sequined jumpsuit, looks out into the crowd, arm extended, while holding her mic.

The Daily’s 2021 Lollapalooza recap

August 3, 2021
A gray and tan walkway with five visible pillars. A purple banner reads: “Welcome Wildcats! Testing Entry Ahead.”

Northwestern reinstates indoor mask mandate, effective Aug. 4

August 3, 2021
Playboi Carti looks into a crowd, wearing a sweatshirt and backlit by yellow floodlights.

The Daily’s 2021 Lollapalooza preview

July 29, 2021
A Northwestern swimmer jumps into a pool.

Northwestern junior Federico Burdisso wins Olympic medal in 200-meter butterfly

July 28, 2021
A ground-level photo of Evanston Township High School, a large red brick building with tan spires. A sign with the school’s name appears in the foreground.

ETHS announces vaccination verification process for 2021-22 academic year

July 22, 2021
Students and Evanston residents walk on the beach near the Segal Visitors Center.

Evanston’s top HR official suspended after allegations of widespread sexual harassment among beach staff

July 22, 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.

Study finds previous cardiovascular health impacts pregnancy complications

July 22, 2021
A ground-level photo of Evanston Township High School, a large red brick building with tan spires. A sign with the school’s name appears in the foreground.

ETHS will not require masks for vaccinated students in the fall, school says

July 21, 2021
A gray and tan walkway with five visible pillars. A purple banner reads: “Welcome Wildcats! Testing Entry Ahead.”

Administrators, experts talk Northwestern’s return to campus efforts in community discussion

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.

Parental vaccine resistance is on the decline, study finds

July 21, 2021
An Evanston beach at sunset, with waves beating against the sand and a blue and orange sky in the background.

Evanston to hire outside firm to investigate response to sexual harassment allegations

July 20, 2021
The Gamma Phi Beta house, a tan brick building with a teal awning above a wooden door.

Northwestern converts former Greek life housing into residence halls for 2021-22 academic year

July 20, 2021
A cup of coffee sits on a table, surrounded by coffee beans.

Northwestern Medicine study finds link between dietary choices and COVID-19 risk

July 19, 2021
Students and Evanston residents walk on the beach near the Segal Visitors Center.

City employees describe culture of sexual misconduct on Evanston beaches

July 18, 2021
The Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Education Center, a red brick building with large glass windows and foliage out front.

District 65 to continue requiring face coverings regardless of vaccination status

July 13, 2021
A colorful graphic with a blue background and multiple illustrations of the actual COVID-19 virus around the screen depicted as green circles with red spikes. There are multiple vials of the COVID-19 vaccine in the graphic with a large vial at the center with a large needle at the center of the image in front of the largest vial.

Illinois schools lift mask mandate for vaccinated individuals for fall

July 11, 2021
A black metal marker displays a purple sign with words “Northwestern University.” Below the sign is a green map of the campus. Behind the marker are dark green leaves and a lamppost.

Mona Dugo appointed Northwestern’s next dean of students

July 8, 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.

Northwestern releases position profile for its search for the next University President

July 8, 2021
The exterior of Ryan Field, a large cement building with arched entryways and multiple windows.

Bonnevier files to dismiss allegations of harassment involvement under her leadership of NU cheer team

July 6, 2021
The Supreme Court building, a large marble structure with columns in front. A large stairway leads up to the building.

Northwestern retirement plan lawsuit headed to Supreme Court

July 2, 2021
A gloved hand shoots a vaccine dose into a person’s arm against a teal background.

More than 75 percent of Evanston residents 12 and older are fully vaccinated

July 1, 2021
An Evanston beach at sunset, with waves beating against the sand and a blue and orange sky in the background.

City Council moves forward with proposal for non-resident lakefront parking charges

June 29, 2021
The exterior of Ryan Field, a large cement building with arched entryways and multiple windows.

Illinois passes Name, Image and Likeness legislation allowing student athletes to profit off their image

June 29, 2021
The Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Education Center, a red brick building with large glass windows and foliage out front.

District 65 faces lawsuit from teacher based on antiracist curriculum

June 29, 2021
The stands at Ryan Field looming behind a green football field.

Northwestern to move ahead without capacity limits for 2021-22 athletic competitions

June 29, 2021
The Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Education Center, a red brick building with large glass windows and foliage out front.

Superintendent Horton presents District 65 community updates on finances, upcoming plans

June 28, 2021
An illustration of a laptop on a blue background. On the screen, it reads “A Community United Cannot Be Divided” in black against an American flag.

Evanston’s Fourth of July cancellation receives right-wing criticism

June 28, 2021
A gray fountain in front of a blue memorial wall, surrounded by outdoor seating.

Low water pressure found in Evanston’s Fountain Square fountain

June 27, 2021
Photo of the Weber Arch with snow at base.

Northwestern announces full return to in-person instruction in fall

June 25, 2021
A gray and tan walkway with five visible pillars. A purple banner reads: “Welcome Wildcats! Testing Entry Ahead.”

NU to require vaccinations for faculty and staff ahead of fall return

June 25, 2021
A ground-level photo of Evanston Township High School, a large red brick building with tan spires. A sign with the school’s name appears in the foreground.

Mirah Anti appointed to ETHS Board of Education

June 24, 2021
An image of the gray Rebecca Crown Center building. There is a lawn with white flowers in front of the building.

Northwestern announces formation of search committee for next vice president for human resources and chief human resource officer

June 22, 2021
Trees with multicolored leaves against an autumn skyline.

City Council changes existing leaf blower usage restrictions

June 18, 2021
A ground-level photo of Evanston Township High School, a large red brick building with tan spires. A sign with the school’s name appears in the foreground.

District 202 approves $95.9 million budget for Fiscal Year 2022

June 16, 2021
A Pace bus passes under the CTA Purple Line.

Metra announces changes to Evanston service through Union Pacific North Line

June 16, 2021
An image of the gray Rebecca Crown Center building. There is a lawn with white flowers in front of the building.

Northwestern provides updates on commitments to social justice, discusses future plans

June 16, 2021

Armed robbery occurs on Northwestern’s Chicago campus

June 16, 2021
A gray and tan walkway with five visible pillars. A purple banner reads: “Welcome Wildcats! Testing Entry Ahead.”

Northwestern lifts mask mandates, testing requirements for vaccinated individuals

June 15, 2021
Three middle-aged women sit at a table during a meeting. There are papers strewn across the table, and art decorates the wall behind them.

Evanston Arts Council announces 2021 Cultural Fund Grant recipients

June 15, 2021

16-year-old New Trier student dies in CTA accident

June 15, 2021
Aretha Barnes poses with the American flag and the EPD flag in the background.

Aretha Barnes appointed interim police chief of EPD

June 15, 2021
Provost Kathleen Hagerty presents a purple diploma to a member of the Class of 2020. Both are wearing graduation gowns and on a stage.

Speakers reflect on importance of striving for change in virtual 2021 Commencement

June 15, 2021
Simone Scott wears a gray sweatshirt with a Northwestern logo. In the background is a brown brick wall.

Medill freshman Simone Scott dies from pneumonia complications

June 12, 2021
A football player holds a helmet, with a stadium looming in the background. The title A Labor of Likeness appears in the sky.

In Focus: As state, federal governments grapple with NIL legislation, Northwestern community members reflect on potential impacts

June 8, 2021

Stakeholders discuss impact of Name, Image and Likeness legislation in Illinois

June 8, 2021
Photo of the Weber Arch with snow at base.

Northwestern requires proof of vaccination by July 11, releases details on exemptions

June 7, 2021
The backside of the Weber Arch against a sunset. The arch is framed with trees.

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

May 30, 2021
Cardboard letters outlined in neon colors and splattered with paint. The letters spell out “Dillo Day.”

Playboi Carti joins Dillo Day 2021 lineup, Mayfest Productions announces

May 20, 2021

Chicago man charged with attempted sexual assault of Northwestern student

May 20, 2021

Medill junior Isabelle Sarraf named The Daily’s next editor in chief

May 18, 2021
An image of the gray Rebecca Crown Center building. There is a lawn with white flowers in front of the building.

Northwestern announces policy to increase inclusivity in hiring practices

May 14, 2021
An illustration of Mike Polisky, in black and white, is situated on the left with a triangular shadow transposed on top of his figure. Surrounding him are overlapping speech bubbles. The background is dark purple.

Following Mike Polisky’s resignation, Northwestern community members call for continued investigation, scrutiny in the search for new AD

May 13, 2021
Ald. Tom Suffredin sits at the dais, wearing a grey suit with a green striped tie.

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

May 12, 2021
Mike Polisky stands at the left half of the illustration, in black and white except for a purple tie. Behind him is the Northwestern stadium in gray. The background is purple with darker purple stripes.

‘A slap in the face’: Faculty criticize appointment of Mike Polisky to athletic director, call for transparency, accountability

May 5, 2021
Photo of the Weber Arch with snow at base.

‘The Story of More’ named as One Book One Northwestern for 2021-22

May 4, 2021
A gray ballot box on a purple background, with the Northwestern ASG logo on the box.

Wade-Ogbonna slate announces prominent endorsements ahead of ASG election

April 29, 2021
A gray ballot box on a purple background, with the Northwestern ASG logo on the box.

Here’s what you need to know about this year’s ASG election cycle

April 27, 2021
A white outline of Illinois is filled with multicolored hands against a dark blue background.

Illinois to lose one House seat as population drops

April 26, 2021
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, a tall red brick building with stone archways around the doors.

Proposal to replace Board of Ethics headed to City Council from Rules Committee

April 20, 2021
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