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

The Daily Northwestern
Lily Ogburn

Lily Ogburn, Staff Editor

Lily is a Medill sophomore from Cincinnati, Ohio studying Journalism and History with a minor in Legal Studies. She has previously been Illustrations Editor and Assistant City Editor. Lily is also a member of the women’s club lacrosse team and Northwestern ASG. You can reach Lily via Twitter or Email.
Last updated spring 2024.
All content by Lily Ogburn
Student journalists Nicole Markus, Alyce Brown, Divya Bhardwaj and Cole Reynolds investigated hazing within NU’s football program in summer 2023.

Four reporters from The Daily Northwestern win Illinois Journalists of the Year for hazing investigation

April 22, 2024
Several tumbleweeds blow past a ballot box in front of a blue and red background.

Organizers work to increase voting in November after less than 18% turnout in Evanston primaries

April 8, 2024
A picture of a Northwestern football player on the outside wall of the Ryan Field stadium.

Residents frustrated that ‘five folks with a vote’ intend to approve NU’s MOU

November 17, 2023
Black outdoor sign with white lettering signaling the Civic Center.

City Council introduces lower budget after staff reduces Capital Improvement Program

November 14, 2023
A few buildings at Oakton College with snow falling.

Oakton College partners with Evanston organizations to create ESL early childhood education pilot program

November 8, 2023
Monday’s Truth in Taxation Hearing brought residents to the council chamber to voice concerns about property tax increases in the proposed 2024 budget.

Residents voice concerns on property tax hikes at City Council ‘Truth in Taxation’ Hearing

November 7, 2023
After NU announced a community benefits agreement hours before Monday’s City Council vote on the Ryan Field rebuild, many residents and city officials expressed skepticism about the agreement.

City Council, residents respond to Northwestern community benefits agreement

October 31, 2023
Evanston’s Climate Hope event brought together residents, activists, students and climate organizations to discuss their feelings about climate change.

Climate Hope event generates joy in Evanston climate community

October 30, 2023
Mike Johnson was appointed speaker of the House after The House of Representatives went without a speaker for three weeks. Several Illinois officials have publicly responded to the appointment.

Illinois officials react to new House Speaker appointment

October 25, 2023
At Monday night’s City Council meeting, councilmembers voted unanimously to approve the execution of this year’s winning participatory budgeting projects.

City Council approves execution of Participatory Budgeting projects, discusses minimum wage increase

October 24, 2023

Woman critically injured in accident on Central Street in Evanston

October 17, 2023
A photo of the exterior of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center with light purple flowers at the bottom.

City Council discusses proposed 2024 budget, increased property tax levy

October 17, 2023
Activists and politicians from Evanston and Chicago gathered to support abortion rights on Sunday.

‘We can win this battle:’ Evanston residents, politicians rally for abortion rights

October 16, 2023
A group of people wearing eclipse glasses look toward the sky.

Residents, EPL prepare for Saturday’s partial solar eclipse

October 12, 2023
The entrance of a building with two purple flowers out of focus in the camera.

City Council approves purchase of RECs, introduces water rate increase

October 10, 2023
An illustration of a ballot box with the word “Vote” on it sits in front of a background of dollar bills.

Small donor match fund aims to level election playing field

October 3, 2023
A view of an intersection in Evanston.

2024 Wheel Tax deadline to pass on Oct. 2

October 2, 2023
Evanston residents and their families picked pumpkins, made s’mores and tasted apple cider at Saturday’s Harvest Festival.

Evanston Harvest Festival leaves residents falling for autumnal celebrations

October 1, 2023
Illustration of several human figures with a light bulb signifying ideas above their heads. There are also dollar bills in the background.

Participatory Budgeting voting deadline draws near

September 28, 2023
A construction site with a green fence and a sign that says “Path Closed.”

Skaters rejoice as Twiggs Park facility rolls toward completion

September 28, 2023
An exterior shot of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, a red-brick building with a tan stone entryway, big silver lettering and a black door with a curved windowpane.

Council introduces semi truck ban on certain streets, approves election matching fund

September 27, 2023
The IDPH endorsed the CDC’s recommendation to administer FDA-approved COVID-19 booster shots for all people ages six months and older.

IDPH supports CDC’s recommendation for new COVID-19 vaccines

September 20, 2023
The entrance of a building with two purple flowers out of focus in the camera.

City Council discusses water fund, parks updates for 2024 Capital Improvement Program

September 19, 2023
A woman stands in front of Fountain Square in Evanston, looking at the camera.

Darlene Cannon, 2nd Ward candidate, talks affordable housing and communication

March 15, 2023
Steven Rogers with students at Harvard Business School.

Steven Rogers works to support Evanston Black community on historically Black-owned lands

March 3, 2023
Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks at a podium

Pritzker proposes 2024 fiscal year budget, focuses on education and behavioral health

February 15, 2023
People fill a room with tables and chairs, talking

Evanston climate community reconnects, plans for future together

January 30, 2023
Illustration of Wi-Fi router emits signal.

Illinois earns broadband infrastructure funding, highlighting efforts in Chicago and Evanston to bridge the digital divide

January 13, 2023

[Photo] Northwestern students reflect on giving back during the holiday season

December 1, 2022
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion’s Wellness Suite has a glass window entrance.

NU Wellness Suite offers white light therapy, aims to alleviate seasonal depression symptoms

December 1, 2022
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