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

The Daily Northwestern

Lily Carey, Newsletter Editor

Lily is a sophomore from South Salem, NY majoring in journalism and environmental policy & culture. She currently serves as the Newsletter Editor, and is a former Assistant City Editor. She is also a climate and science beat reporter for city desk, and has focused on building up the desk’s environmental coverage. Outside of the Daily, she can usually be found running, going to concerts, and showing people pictures of her dog. You can reach her via email or Twitter.

Last updated fall 2022.

All content by Lily Carey
Schill said he intends to start bringing in financial aid program funding through donations.

Q&A: University President Michael Schill discusses advisory committees, rising tuition costs

March 12, 2024
The series will feature webinars on job search strategies, developing professional relationships, resume writing and salary negotiation.

Northwestern Career Advancement launches Winter Career Development Series

January 22, 2024
The expansion eligibility would include families with children who are entering third grade, which would make approximately 99 to 108 new families eligible.

Residents call for ceasefire resolution, hold peaceful demonstration at City Council

December 12, 2023
City Council approves $435 million budget for 2024, keeps property tax rate unchanged

City Council approves $435 million budget for 2024, keeps property tax rate unchanged

December 12, 2023
In response to the report’s findings, Northwestern announced the establishment of four new workgroups that have already begun meeting over the summer.

Most Livable City Association files complaint, asks Cook County to invalidate Ryan Field rezoning

November 30, 2023
NU’s student health center. Evanston is collaborating with Northwestern to investigate the outbreak of norovirus, and the University has begun collecting stool samples.

Evanston investigating norovirus outbreak linked to Big Wig Tacos student deal

November 22, 2023
Mayor Daniel Biss was the tiebreaking vote at Monday night's City Council meeting, greenlighting Northwestern's plan to rebuild and host concerts at Ryan Field.

‘A generational investment’: Mayor Biss explains his ‘yes’ vote on Ryan Field

November 21, 2023
The Evanston Fire Department said the Purple and Red Lines will be shut down for a “prolonged period” following Thursday morning's crash.

CTA Yellow Line train crash at Howard station injures 38

November 16, 2023
The updated draft, released Saturday, contains several key changes to both the memorandum itself and the University’s public benefits package.

The Daily Explains: What’s in the updated draft contract between NU and Evanston on the Ryan Field rebuild?

November 12, 2023
Though most residents were able to evacuate before EFD arrived, two residents suffered minor burns.

Fire in Maple Avenue apartment complex injures two, displaces two

November 12, 2023
The LEAP report calls for the city to hire six teams of two community responders each, prioritizing diversity, community ties and de-escalation skills in applicants.

LEAP study recommends Evanston establish community responder program

November 6, 2023
Each red balloon at Sunday’s demonstration symbolized one of the over 230 people taken hostage by Hamas in its Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Chicago-area Jewish communities call for hostage release in Evanston demonstration

November 6, 2023
The announcement came just hours before City Council’s Monday night meeting, where councilmembers will introduce and begin discussing two ordinances to rebuild Ryan Field and rezone the area for concerts.

NU proposes $100 million community benefits agreement amid Ryan Field talks

October 30, 2023
Several inflatable rats line Sherman Avenue outside CVS at a Thursday morning rally.

Union members rally in downtown Evanston for Responsible Bidder Ordinance

October 26, 2023
Geese on a field with a soccer goalpost in the background.

5th and 2nd Ward parents demand clarity, communication from District 65 board

October 23, 2023
Bessie Rhodes is a K-8 magnet school located in Skokie that houses a TWI program, which centers bilingual education for its 278 students.

Bessie Rhodes parents demand TWI program be separated from 5th Ward school plans

October 23, 2023
Judith (left) and Natalie (right) Raanan. The mother and daughter have been released for “humanitarian reasons,” officials confirmed Friday.

Evanston residents held hostage in Gaza have been released by Hamas

October 20, 2023
Judith (left) and Natalie (right) Raanan. The mother and daughter have been released for “humanitarian reasons,” officials confirmed Friday.

Vigil honors Evanston residents taken hostage in Israel as community copes with ongoing violence

October 13, 2023

Two Evanston residents believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas

October 9, 2023
Colorful clothing hangs on a rack in the entry area of the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian during its Monday Indigenous Peoples’ Day event.

‘Showing a mirror’: Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration at Mitchell Museum sparks reflection

October 9, 2023
The entrance to Ryan Field in front of a blue sky.

Spokesperson from Pokagon Band of the Potawatomi Indians raises concerns about archaeological sites around Ryan Field rebuild

October 9, 2023
Parents specified they did not oppose the construction of the 5th Ward school, but instead supported initial plans for the TWI program to be relocated to this school.

Bessie Rhodes parents demand preservation of K-8 magnet program in letter

October 5, 2023
A large, white plastic bag floating aimlessly with three identical stamped words that read “banned” in red on it, with two smaller white plastic bags floating adjacently on an ombré blue-to-pink background with whirly opaque gray stripes with sparkles.

Evanston small businesses adapt to plastic bag ban as new compliance date approaches

October 4, 2023
A red “Office for Rent” sign sits on a vacant storefront behind a sidewalk.

Evanston businesses Noir d’Ebene, Little Beans to close in coming weeks

October 2, 2023
Gray building with a stone railing.

EPD statement: Recent bomb threats are ‘unsubstantiated hoaxes’

October 1, 2023
Houses lined up on a blue background with a green floor. A piece of paper with black lines and a dollar sign is in the foreground with COVID-19 particles in the sky.

Open Communities lawsuit alleges racial, income-based housing discrimination

September 27, 2023
Hand pushes timesheet card into machine with blue background.

City Council delays Fair Workweek Ordinance until Jan. 2024

September 25, 2023
A red brick building with the words “Evanston Public Library 1703 Orrington” on the side.

After recent security threats, local libraries emphasize safety, intellectual freedom

September 21, 2023
Members of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers stand in front of the inflatable rat on Sherman Avenue.

Union workers call for fair contract at Sherman Avenue construction site

September 19, 2023
a red brick building alongside greenery

City Council talks funding, debates bonds for proposed 2024 Capital Improvement Program

September 18, 2023
The exterior of Ryan Field, a large tan stadium with words reading Ryan Field and several cars parked in front.

City-commissioned Ryan Field study finds that rebuild, concerts could generate $77.8 million for Evanston

September 15, 2023
Side of a building reading “Evanston Public Library 1703 Orrington”

Bomb threat causes Evanston Public Library, Robert Crown to evacuate for second time this week

September 14, 2023
A red brick building with the words “Evanston Public Library 1703 Orrington” on the side.

Residents evacuate after bomb threat at Evanston Public Library Tuesday afternoon

September 12, 2023
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center.

City Council approves 20% wage increase for Evanston City Employees Union

September 12, 2023
John (left) and Bob Pottinger (right), co-owners of Al’s Deli at 914 Noyes St.

Community rallies around Al’s Deli after co-owner’s health emergency

September 11, 2023
If approved by City Council in time, the demolition of Ryan Field could begin as soon as December of this year, with completion slated for summer 2026.

Northwestern Ryan Field rebuild hearing draws crowd of Evanston residents

September 7, 2023
A pair of hands forms a circle around a small picture of a row of houses. Green leaves and a green background surround the picture.

As Evanston works to cut carbon emissions, locals say affordable solutions are key

May 21, 2023
Two women wearing masks and YMCA shirts pose together in front of a window.

McGaw YMCA employees aim to empower marginalized communities through leadership networks

May 10, 2023
A group of people holding handmade posters stand in front of a large green banner, reading ‘Legal Abortion Nationwide.’ In the background is the Cloud Gate sculpture and the Chicago skyline.

Chicago-area protesters call for federal reproductive rights protection amid Supreme Court deliberation on abortion pills

April 16, 2023
A picture of the Earth surrounded with green and pink heart-shaped outlines.

Citizens’ Greener Evanston changes name to Climate Action Evanston

March 30, 2023
A ballot box with a ballot sticking out, in yellow and red.

The Daily Explains: Who’s running for City Council in 2023?

March 15, 2023
The planet Earth held in hands on a green background

After years of delay, Evanston moves forward with environmental justice investigation

January 19, 2023
Food waste falling into a green compost bin over a checkered background.

After 10 years of advocacy, all District 65 lunchrooms begin composting

January 12, 2023
A figure in purple sits at a desk in a classroom, leaning their head against their hand.

Niles parents protest anti-Black racism at D219 meeting

January 11, 2023
Title: "Off the Grid." A hand reaches toward map of Illinois. Cords tangle around the hand and spell "rec."

Evanston’s renewable energy powers homes in other states. Are new solutions local?

November 21, 2022
Midterms 2020 banner over a checkered background and a voting box

Democratic Incumbent Tammy Duckworth projected to win U.S. Senate seat

November 8, 2022
an illustration of a beach with two lifeguard chairs, towels, and beach umbrellas. There are red admission tickets at the top of the photo.

Evanston ends beach token system, makes beaches more financially accessible

October 18, 2022
An Evanston resident dressed in all black holds a microphone and speaks to a crowd. In the background, rally emcee Jessy Bradish sits on a small wooden stage. A banner reading “stop the money pipeline” and depicting an oil leak hangs above the stage.

Evanston and Chicago climate advocates rally to stop pipelines in Great Lakes

October 16, 2022
Gray building with a stone railing.

Schenita Stewart sworn in as Evanston’s next police chief

October 10, 2022
A man holding giant scissors snips a large, sparkly rainbow ribbon held by others on either side. Posters depicting pride flags and slogans hang along a fence in the background.

Evanston Pride adopts park, provides place of solidarity for LGBTQIA+ community

October 6, 2022
A navy rug and a red rug with gold, white and bronze details.

Fair trade rug event weaves together global community, supports Pakistani artisans

September 29, 2022
A brick building with trees surrounding it.

Evanston city manager candidate Carol Mitten fields questions in town hall

July 29, 2022
Several protesters stand on a sidewalk outside a building, holding signs reading “Poche 4 ETown” and “I’m Pissed at Biss.” A man holding a microphone stands in the middle, speaking to onlookers.

Evanston residents protest city manager selection process during State of the City event

May 20, 2022
A dark brown school building is drawn from the ground up with gray question marks in the background.

Family Focus requests $3 million in ARPA funds from Housing and Community Development Committee

May 19, 2022
The corner of the Robert Crown Community Center. It is a white rectangular building, surrounded by green grass and trees with red and orange autumn leaves.

Robert Crown Community Center receives LEED sustainability certification, officials reflect on impact

May 19, 2022
A COVID-19 rapid test kit box sits on a purple background. A dropper, two tests and two fluids are in the foreground.

Biden administration offers eight free, at-home COVID-19 tests

May 17, 2022
A green circle with an icon of a bus. It's surrounded by pink and green leaves.

With new electric school bus grant, District 65 looks to reduce carbon emissions and tackle financial barriers

May 16, 2022
A hand holds up a phone screen, with a heart on it, against a city skyline.

‘A gift and a curse’: Social media serves as channel for reproductive justice advocacy

May 13, 2022
A crowd gathered at Federal Plaza in Chicago Saturday afternoon for what organizers called “We Won’t Go Back: Rally to Defend Abortion Rights.” The rally was organized by a collection of Chicago activist organizations focused mainly on women’s rights and healthcare rights. The protest comes after a draft of a Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade leaked last week.

Thousands gather in Chicago to march for reproductive justice following Roe v. Wade opinion leak

May 9, 2022
Trees on the Lakefill on a clear day.

Fluctuating water levels in Lake Michigan and increasing storms cause increasingly overwhelmed stormwater systems and erosion in Evanston

May 5, 2022
The exterior of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center from the front, with weeds growing in the foreground.

City manager finalists Poche, Fournier speak at virtual town hall

May 4, 2022
Bikes sit in a bike rack.

Chicago-area biking groups push for bike trail upgrades, sustainable infrastructure

April 27, 2022
A group of students walk on the street. Some hold signs reading phrases such as “We Want a Sustainability Coordinator." One walks with a bicycle.

ETHS students walk out to call for sustainability coordinator, intergenerational advocacy

April 25, 2022
Illustration of a lawn mower crossed out in a garden with tall grass.

No Mow May pushes residents to swap grass cutters for gardens

April 21, 2022
Downtown Evanston.

Community leaders anticipate Northlight Theatre’s return to Evanston after 25 years in Skokie

April 19, 2022
A view of the Evanston lakefront, with the Chicago skyline seen in the distance. Grasses wave softly in the breeze, while waves crash onto the shore.

EPL, EFD to host extreme weather preparedness seminars, aim to raise awareness of climate change impacts

April 14, 2022
A woman in costume acts out the story of Passover at JUF’s Young Families Program Passover celebration at Morton Arboretum. She sits on a blanket on the grass smiling at a little girl. The girl’s mom crouches next to her and speaks to her.

‘Darkness and hope and light’: Evanston, Chicago Jewish communities unite for Passover 2022

April 14, 2022
Cars drive through a quiet street in downtown Evanston.

City Council allocates $2 million in ARPA funds to Northlight Theatre, facilitating return to Evanston

April 11, 2022
An illustration of a timeline from March 2020 to December 2022 with cartoon germs and icons of masks and vaccines.

The Daily recounts two years of COVID-19 policy in Evanston

April 4, 2022
A row of colorful houses on a narrow bridge over water.

Evanston to join national network for small city housing development

April 1, 2022
A drawing of a globe with clouds is surrounded by a pink heart. The illustration is framed with drawings of leaves.

‘A reunion of the environmental community:’ Evanston celebrates Earth Month this April

April 1, 2022
Illustration of yellow, teal and mauve houses set along a sheet of light blue drawn graph paper, with a white water tower at the far right of the x-axis.

With new intergovernmental agreement, school boards take on revenue sharing from 5th Ward TIF

March 29, 2022
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, shot in ¾ view, with a light dusting of snow.

City Council honors William ‘Bill’ Logan Jr., Evanston’s first Black police chief

March 29, 2022
An aerial view of downtown Evanston. The Metra train tracks are seen running through the middle of the city, with several buildings surrounding the tracks. A residential neighborhood with trees and houses can be seen in the distance.

The Daily Explains: What’s happening with economic development in Evanston?

February 28, 2022
The living room workspace at Writer’s Haven Evanston. The room has navy blue walls with a couch and two light blue chairs, with a fireplace in the corner. The windows overlook the porch outside.

“Providing Healing and Promoting Hope”: Writers’ Haven Evanston offers community for writers, reopens just in time for Women’s History Month

February 28, 2022
Defining Safe: Local bookstores work to center diverse voices

Defining Safe: Local bookstores work to center diverse voices

February 16, 2022
An illustration by Matthew LaFleur for his new board game, Ultimate Treehouse. The image shows a large tree in the center with several branches extending outward. There is a treehouse in the center of the tree, with several animals, platforms, swings and ladders on the branches.

Evanston authors and illustrators create unique “connective tissue” through artistic community

February 16, 2022
A mural in the Visible / Invisible exhibit. The background is orange

Visible / Invisible exhibit highlights community perspectives on violence

February 13, 2022
Marianne Williamson stands onstage at Lutkin Hall.

Former Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson calls for spiritual change at NU Political Union event

February 11, 2022
An illustration of a COVID-19 virus with calendars in the background.

SHIELD Illinois provides free COVID-19 PCR tests in Evanston

January 27, 2022
Two Oakton Elementary School students sitting in front of a bookshelf in an ACC classroom.

D65 Student Assignment Project discusses magnet programs, African-Centered Curriculum

January 25, 2022
Two boxes of Abbott tests stacked on top of each other, with an active test propped against them. The test is white and the test boxes are black and blue.

Evanston residents struggle to find COVID-19 tests amidst nationwide shortage

January 12, 2022
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center. The sign outside is brown, and snow is covering the ground.

City manager candidates field questions, address residents in virtual town hall

January 10, 2022
An illustration of Alice Millar Chapel.

Holiday magic returns to Alice Millar with Chapel Choir, brass and orchestral ensembles concert

December 1, 2021
An illustration of three couples, a purple shaded couple, a green and yellow shaded couple and a green and orange shaded couple. Above each of the couples is an illustration of a question mark, a heart and a first aid kit.

A guide to sexual health resources in Evanston, Chicago and beyond

November 21, 2021
The exterior of the current Civic Center building on Ridge Avenue.

AECOM fraud lawsuit raises concerns about Civic Center relocation project

November 19, 2021
The exterior of the current Civic Center building on Ridge Street.

Civic Center Relocation Feasibility Project sparks discourse among Evanston residents

November 10, 2021
Andrew Yang, with his arms outstretched, at a podium in Cahn Auditorium

Andrew Yang talks new party, universal basic income at NU College Democrats event; 60 students protest

October 27, 2021
Exterior of the Evanston Public Library.

EPL, Howard Brown Health host STI and HIV screening events

October 24, 2021
Councilmember Devon Reid (8th) sitting at a City Council meeting.

2022 Capital Improvement Plan budget highlights environmental justice upgrades

October 20, 2021
Close up photo of Jerri Garl.

CARP Implementation Task Force talks environmental justice, ARPA funding

October 17, 2021
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