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The Daily Northwestern

Rishika Dugyala

Rishika Dugyala, In Focus Editor

Rishika is a fourth-year at Medill studying journalism and political science. Hailing from the Bay Area, she has also held the position of print managing editor and city editor. You can reach Rishika via Twitter or email.

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In Focus: As the Multicultural Greek Council evolves, students still face institutional hurdles, lack of name recognition

In Focus: As the Multicultural Greek Council evolves, students still face institutional hurdles, lack of name recognition

March 8, 2019
Shorefront founder Dino Robinson stands among archives. The city will honorarily name a portion of Church St. after Robinson for his work preserving Black history in the North Shore.

Evanston Organizes: Evanston’s black community lacked recognition for decades. Shorefront Legacy Center aims to give it to them.

November 8, 2018
A firefighter participates in a first responder training. The Evanston Fire Department received roughly $237,000 of a federal grant awarded to 16 area fire departments.

EFD receives roughly $237,000 of federal grant to upgrade technology

October 18, 2018
Norris University Center, where Associated Student Government Senate is held. ASG leaders announced Thursday they will introduce a proposal to replace the Residential Caucus with an Undergraduate School Caucus.

ASG to propose replacing residential senator seats with undergraduate school representatives

May 24, 2018
Banners urging University action in commemoration of the Bursar’s Office Takeover hang outside the Multicultural Center. In May, students released a list of 47 demands for improvement in black student experiences, departmentalization efforts and the campus dining transition.

Students demand University action on black student experience, departmentalization, dining transition

May 4, 2018
The outside of Foster-Walker Complex. Pablo Herrera, a 33-year-old man from West Chicago, was found guilty of criminal sexual assault against a former NU student at the dorm in 2012.

Man found guilty of sexually assaulting former NU student asks judge to reconsider verdict

April 25, 2018
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. On Nov. 21, Daniel Romain brought forth his own lawsuit against former teacher Bruce Siewerth, ETHS and the District 202 Board of Education.

Third ETHS graduate files lawsuit tying former teacher to sexual abuse allegations

December 21, 2017
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. On Nov. 6, the federal appellate court in Chicago heard arguments for a discrimination case involving an ETHS athlete with cerebral palsy who has asked that the Illinois High School Association create a para-ambulatory division for track and field events.

Court hears arguments on discrimination case involving ETHS athlete with disability

November 16, 2017
The 2200 block of Sherman Avenue. Evanston police responded to a Northwestern graduate student’s report of battery and attempted burglary in his apartment Monday afternoon.

Police respond to battery, attempted burglary of Northwestern graduate student

November 7, 2017

City announces closure of offices, facilities for Nov. 10 furlough day

October 30, 2017

Officers respond to, investigate shots fired incident

October 29, 2017
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. ETHS graduates filed two lawsuits Wednesday against former drama teacher Bruce Siewerth, ETHS and the District 202 Board of Education.

Lawsuits filed against ETHS, former teacher accused of sexual abuse

October 26, 2017
Trevor Noah addresses the audience during the Oct. 16 taping of “The Daily Show Undesked Chicago 2017: Let’s Do This Before It Gets Too Damn Cold.” Throughout the week, Noah and the show’s correspondents covered topics including gun violence, racial segregation and the latest headlines about President Donald Trump.

‘The Daily Show’ comes to Chicago, tackles issues surrounding race relations

October 26, 2017
Washington Elementary School, 914 Ashland Ave., is one of 10 elementary schools in Evanston/Skokie School District 65. District 65 board members discussed their issues with a new, long-awaited education funding formula that will take effect July 2018.

District 65 board members raise issues with new school funding formula

October 26, 2017
A house in the 1900 block of Colfax Street. Evanston firefighters responded to the house fire Sunday evening and extinguished it within 20 minutes of the initial call.

EFD responds to house fire on Colfax Street

October 22, 2017
The Evanston Township High School girls varsity volleyball team kneels for the national anthem at an Oct. 11 home game in Beardsley Gym. Since then, other ETHS students followed in the team’s footsteps, including those on the boys varsity soccer team, football team and marching band.

Several ETHS students commit to ‘taking a knee’ for rest of season

October 20, 2017
U.S. Coast Guard officers assist passengers Wednesday on a dock by Dempster Street Beach. Local safety forces responded after receiving a call that three individuals had fallen into the water once two boats collided.

Safety forces rescue boat passengers near Dempster Street Beach

October 18, 2017
The 42nd branch of the Circuit Court of Cook County, 2452 W. Belmont Ave. Northwestern doctoral graduate Chad Estep appeared in court Monday for a preliminary hearing in which the judge found probable cause to pursue criminal charges.

Judge finds probable cause to pursue charges against NU doctoral graduate in CTA pushing

October 16, 2017
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. Police are investigating online reports of sexual assault against a former ETHS drama teacher.

Evanston police investigate sexual assault allegations against former ETHS teacher

October 13, 2017
Ald. Donald Wilson (4th) speaks at the Oct. 9 City Council meeting. Wilson and Ald. Eleanor Revelle (7th) shared the community’s initial concerns regarding the proposed 2018 budget.

Aldermen talk preliminary concerns for proposed 2018 budget

October 13, 2017
City manager Wally Bobkiewicz at a City Council meeting. Staff proposed a Fiscal Year 2018 budget Friday that included a $6 million deficit, roughly double what was expected.

Proposed 2018 city budget calls for layoffs, tax hikes to solve impending deficit

October 9, 2017
Orrington Elementary School, 2636 Orrington Ave., is one of 10 elementary schools in Evanston/Skokie School District 65. Amy Correa, the district's new bilingual/ESL program director, hopes to expand supports across schools.

New District 65 bilingual/ESL director hopes to expand support

October 4, 2017
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner speaks in Springfield on Aug. 17. On Thursday, Rauner announced his decision to sign an abortion bill, which drew sharp criticism from his party’s conservatives.

Rauner pledges to sign abortion bill after months of indecision

September 28, 2017
An Evanston Police Department squad car. Officers arrested three juveniles Thursday night in connection with aggravated robbery on Clark Street Beach.

Blotter: Three juveniles arrested in connection with aggravated robbery

September 22, 2017
The Syrian refugee family’s old house, located in the 1700 block of Lyons Street. The family finalized their housing after weeks of living without a permanent home following an accidental fire.

Refugee family finds new home after fire destroys residence

September 21, 2017
Locals write statements of support in the Biss for Illinois Evanston Field Office. Volunteers said most Evanston residents maintain support for State Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) despite controversy over his split with former running mate Chicago Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa (35th).

Local volunteers reaffirm support after Biss, Ramirez-Rosa split

September 21, 2017
District 65 board member Candance Chow. Chow announced Tuesday that she is running as a Democratic candidate for the 17th District state representative seat.

Chow announces Democratic bid for 17th District state representative

September 20, 2017
The Evanston Fire Department. The International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Union concluded new contract negotiations this past Tuesday.

Fire department investigates Tuesday morning house fire

September 19, 2017
Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) speaks at a city meeting. On Monday, Rainey and Chicago Ald. Joe Moore (49th) led 20 residents from both cities to a vacant property court hearing.

Rainey, Chicago alderman lead residents to hearing on vacant property

September 19, 2017

Blotter: Three arrested after driving without valid driver’s licenses

September 15, 2017
Wesley Woodson

Evanston man guilty on all counts in murder of Dajae Coleman

September 15, 2017

Blotter: Chicago woman arrested in connection with reckless conduct

September 15, 2017

Blotter: Bicycle stolen in front of CVS on Central Street

September 8, 2017
State Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) speaks in July. The Evanston native on Friday picked State Rep. Litesa Wallace (D-Rockford) as his new running mate in the Illinois gubernatorial election.

Biss selects state representative Wallace as new running mate

September 8, 2017
The former layout of Fountain Square. The city's reconstruction of the plaza is taking longer than expected.

Delays and unknown conditions push Fountain Square completion date to 2018

July 25, 2017
Members of Fossil Free NU read a statement to chief investment officer Will McLean in 2015. The University recently created a socially responsible investment committee to improve communication with the Board of Trustees.

Socially responsible investment committee hopes to create transparency, expand community access

July 6, 2017
State Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) speaks at a town hall in January. Biss helped sponsor a bill, which is awaiting Governor approval, that would prevent health insurance companies from denying coverage to people with pre-existing conditions.

Biss joins fight to prevent denial of pre-existing conditions in Illinois

June 14, 2017
Two parked Evanston police cars. The Evanston Police Department in partnership with University Police received a grant to implement body cameras.

Evanston police begin summer-long body camera test

June 2, 2017
Activists march to Springfield from Chicago. The group is advocating for a progressive budget plan and to raise awareness about the ongoing stalemate.

Activists march to Springfield to demand progressive budget, highlight effects of stalemate

May 26, 2017
In Focus: As town-gown strains subside, concerns over communication gaps, University contributions linger

In Focus: As town-gown strains subside, concerns over communication gaps, University contributions linger

May 19, 2017
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) discusses policy issues and voter disconnect with Northwestern community members. The Q&A event was hosted by the political science department.

Schakowsky talks bridging gaps, eliminating disconnect to Democratic Party

May 9, 2017
A woman peruses different vegetable options. The city will now match 100 percent of Link funds at Evanston farmers’ markets this season in an effort to make locally grown fruits and vegetables more accessible to low-income customers.

Market season brings new resources, out-of-town vendors to Evanston

May 4, 2017
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) at an event in October. Schakowsky introduced a bill Tuesday that would prohibit airlines from involuntarily bumping ticketed passengers.

Schakowsky introduces bill prohibiting involuntary bumping following United Airlines incident

April 27, 2017
Ald. Eleanor Revelle (7th) at a meeting. Revelle, city officials and members of nonprofit developer Evanston Lakehouse & Gardens presented a proposal to restore and enhance landmark buildings and gardens, create experiential environmental education supplemented by outdoor recreation and host community events at the estate.

Officials present plans to turn Harley Clarke into environmental educational center

April 26, 2017
President Donald Trump at an event celebrating his victory last year. On Tuesday, a court temporarily blocked the president’s executive order to withhold grants from sanctuary cities.

Judge temporarily blocks Trump order to cut funding for sanctuary cities

April 25, 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.

Schakowsky joins protests against forcible removal of United Airlines passenger

April 10, 2017
Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl speaks at the Refugee Freedom Seder in Parkes Hall on Wednesday. Tisdahl will be finishing her term as mayor in May, after serving in the position since 2009.

Elizabeth Tisdahl reflects on mayoral legacy

April 6, 2017
Voters set to decide District 65’s financial future through property tax referendum

Voters set to decide District 65’s financial future through property tax referendum

April 3, 2017
Ald. Mark Tendam (6th) attends a city meeting in February. Tendam was endorsed Thursday by former mayoral candidate Jeff Smith, who did not receive enough votes in the February primary to advance.

Jeff Smith endorses Mark Tendam for mayor

March 23, 2017
Members of the Dance Marathon executive board celebrate after the number for the total funds raised was announced. DM 2017 raised $1,253,596, just over $50,000 more than the 2016 total.

Dance Marathon 2017 raises over $1.2 million to support GiGi’s Playhouse, Evanston Community Foundation

March 5, 2017
Students reveal the final total for Dance Marathon 2017: $1,253,596. The total is just over last year's, which was $1,201,216.

Block 10: We Are Generation G

March 5, 2017

Block 8: Tie Dye and Neck Ties

March 4, 2017
Northwestern alumni (left to right) David Skidmore (Bienen ‘05), Peter Martin (Bienen G‘04, G‘11), Robert Dillon (Bienen ‘02) and Sean Connors (Bienen G‘06) are a part of Third Coast Percussion, a classical percussion ensemble. Third Coast is nominated for a 2017 Grammy Award in the Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance category.

Northwestern alumni percussion group nominated for Grammys, attribute success to university

February 9, 2017
Train pulls into elevated station over street, overcast sky.

At Evanston’s southern border, 8th Ward community strives to make itself central to the city

January 24, 2017
Marchers hold signs at a post-election protest in Chicago on Nov. 12. Over 200 Evanston community members are planning to go to the Women’s March on Washington the day after president-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration.

More than 200 Evanston community members to attend Women’s March on Washington

January 16, 2017

City launches new safety campaign, signage program to promote traffic safety

August 29, 2016

Evanston man sentenced to 8 years in prison for marijuana distribution, money laundering

August 26, 2016

Police Blotter: Police attempt to find stolen items in residential burglary

August 11, 2016

Businesses to receive equal opportunity with Rauner’s executive order

July 22, 2016

City staff to allow public input on energy and water benchmarking ordinance

June 28, 2016

Evanston man charged with three felonies in connection with domestic violence incident

June 27, 2016

Three shot in Evanston overnight

June 20, 2016

Man sentenced to 46 years in prison for 1992 Evanston murder

June 16, 2016

Chicago woman charged with two felonies for Target store bathroom explosion

June 12, 2016

Woman arrested after Target bathroom explosion

June 10, 2016

Evanston re-files lawsuit after finding nonhazardous materials matching coal tar in water lines

June 9, 2016

ETHS to change locker protocol following thefts by employees

May 24, 2016
Ald. Delores Holmes (5th) speaks at a City Council meeting. Holmes moved to hold the allocation of waste transfer station fees until a meeting was planned for impacted residents to provide input on how to spend the money.

Seeking community discussion, Council tables distribution of waste transfer station fees

May 24, 2016

Evanston Township High School meets federal standards for water quality, lead levels

May 19, 2016
Penny Park’s playground is set to begin reconstruction after Labor Day. City officials said the new structure will comply with Americans with Disabilities Act and federal playground safety standards while maintaining a wood design similar to the original's.

Penny Park playground reconstruction to maintain wood design in safety upgrades

May 17, 2016

Evanston Police Department makes two separate handgun arrests in the past week

May 15, 2016
School District 202, along with Evanston/Skokie School District 65, could lose millions of dollars under a new state Senate bill that would reallocate funds. The bill passed the Senate last Tuesday, and it is currently being reviewed in the Illinois House.

Education officials struggle with current funding proposals

May 15, 2016

Illinois General Assembly passes roughly $700 million for social services, awaits governor action

May 12, 2016

Evanston to spend $55,000 on redesigning, cloud hosting of website

May 12, 2016
Norshore Cab Association is one company whose stakeholders are impacted by the current city taxicab regulations. At Monday’s City Council meeting, Administration and Public Works Committee members recommended staff submit a revised ordinance of these regulations by June 27.

Staff to propose revised ordinance on city taxicab regulations by late June

May 9, 2016
The city’s Design and Project Review Committee approved plans for a new restaurant to open at 500 Davis St. The restaurant, Red Hot Chili Pepper, is the second business under Mt. Everest Restaurant owner Ramakant Kharel and will feature a fusion of Indian and Chinese cuisines.

City committee approves new restaurant serving Indian, Chinese food

May 8, 2016
Robin DiAngelo speaks about white privilege, asking white audience members to be open to criticism. DiAngelo was the keynote speaker at the YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s first Racial Justice Summit.

Keynote speaker addresses white privilege at YWCA’s first Racial Justice Summit

May 5, 2016
Evanston residents look at preliminary plans for the Fountain Square Plaza, which are displayed on posters around the room. Community members and city staff discussed how to make a veteran’s memorial the focal point of the square at the meeting Thursday evening.

Community members urge making veteran’s memorial focus of new Fountain Square

April 28, 2016
Students talk creation process, challenges of 85th annual Waa-Mu Show

Students talk creation process, challenges of 85th annual Waa-Mu Show

April 27, 2016
Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) attends a City Council meeting. Rainey supported on Monday a moratorium on owners of medallions losing their city-issued taxicab licenses if they are unable to meet an April 30 deadline.

Aldermen discuss preventing taxicab medallion owners from losing licenses

April 25, 2016
Alon Schneidman, 25, is a McCormick junior. Schneidman came to Northwestern after serving in the Israel Defense Forces for three and a half years after high school.

International students adjust to Northwestern after military service

April 25, 2016

Northwestern covers $2.4 million of tuition grants owed by state

April 21, 2016
Evanston Township High School was ranked this year as the 10th most challenging high school in Illinois.

The Washington Post ranks Evanston Township High School as 10th most challenging high school in Illinois

April 20, 2016
Evanston/Skokie School District 65 superintendent Paul Goren and District 65 Policy Committee chairwoman Suni Kartha (Weinberg ‘97) discuss how the board can implement equity policy at a committee meeting Monday. Community members who attended the meeting suggested a partnership with the Organization for Positive Action and Leadership.

District 65 committee readdresses racial equity, hopes to implement policy soon

April 19, 2016

Man found guilty in 1992 murder of Evanston woman

April 17, 2016

Illinois officials look to improve monitoring, testing of lead levels in water

April 17, 2016
Marty Lyons, Evanston’s chief financial officer, speaks at a City Council meeting Monday. Lyons said Evanston would provide a year of free identity theft insurance and credit monitoring to employees whose tax information was mishandled in the mail.

Evanston provides a year of free protection services, monitoring to employees after mishandling tax information

April 14, 2016

City Council approves demolition of buildings to be redeveloped as affordable housing

April 12, 2016

Cook County commissioner proposes gas tax increase to create job opportunities, reduce violence

April 6, 2016
Three students were arrested at Evanston Township High School Monday after they got in a fight. The students were charged with disorderly conduct, with one student also charged for the possession of a stun gun.

Evanston Township High School students arrested for fighting, one for possessing a stun gun

April 4, 2016

Tammy Duckworth denounces Donald Trump’s abortion comments, links Sen. Mark Kirk to those views

March 30, 2016

Police Blotter: Two men arrested for marijuana possession, one in connection with unlawful gun possession

March 29, 2016

Community members protest lack of local minority contractors involved in Y.O.U. construction

March 29, 2016
Dance Marathon raises more than $1.2 million to fight childhood hunger

Dance Marathon raises more than $1.2 million to fight childhood hunger

March 6, 2016
Block 10: This Is What Feeding Dreams Are Made Of

Block 10: This Is What Feeding Dreams Are Made Of

March 6, 2016
Dancers celebrate the beginning of Block 1. The emcees, SESP junior Sarah Thompson and Weinberg senior Brad McCandless, pumped up participants to begin 30 hours of dancing.

Block 1: Baby Got Back(pack)

March 4, 2016

Increase in statewide gun ownership likely reflected in Evanston, police say

March 4, 2016

Cook County task force to identify techniques for reducing gun violence casualties

February 21, 2016
Comedian Eliot Chang performs at Celebrasia: Year of The Monkey. The Chinese Students Association and Taiwanese American Students Club issued a letter of apology Tuesday after receiving complaints that Chang’s act was offensive.

Celebrasia comedian’s routine leaves students with mixed feelings

February 17, 2016
Political science prof. Elizabeth Shakman Hurd discusses violent extremism and religious freedom at the Buffett Institute. About 90 people gathered to hear her speak Friday as part of the Buffett Institute Faculty and Fellows Colloquium.

Northwestern professor talks pitfalls of counter-extremism efforts

February 7, 2016
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