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Fire crews stand on beach by lake.

[Photo] Evanston authorities say ‘misreport’ likely after calling off search for swimmer

June 3, 2024
A sign that says 'Welcome to Evanston.'

[Photo] ‘Doom and gloom’ no more? City Council tackles financial future, tax changes

May 30, 2024
A demolition site.

[Photo] After early blow, Ryan Field foes expand claims in suit against Evanston, NU

May 22, 2024
A person looks into binoculars.

[Photo] On World Migratory Bird Day, Evanston advocates take NU ‘bird walk’

May 12, 2024
Mayor Daniel Biss delivered his State of the City address at Evanston SPACE on Wednesday.

[Photo] City-School Liaison Committee discusses Guaranteed Income Program, Wraparound Evanston

May 8, 2024
Clare Kelly wears glasses and speaks.

[Photo] City Council supports Noyes Center renovations, yet timeline remains uncertain

April 30, 2024
Daniel Biss, wearing a dark suit, sits at a dais.

[Photo] Confirmed as Evanston party leader, Biss still quiet on reelection

April 28, 2024
A black rat bait box.

[Photo] ‘Rattiest’ no more: Residents gain ground in Evanston battle against rodents

April 24, 2024
A person smiles.

[Photo] Q&A: Evanston’s new transit coordinator Sarah FioRito talks road, Metra upgrades

April 23, 2024
A wall behind a line with red flags.

[Photo] Judge sides with NU, Evanston, dismisses 3 counts in Ryan Field case

April 19, 2024
A person in a suit walks while carrying a binder.

[Photo] Parties duel as first decision looms in Ryan Field zoning case against Evanston

April 18, 2024
Graduate student Griffin Arnone swings at a pitch against UIC on Tuesday. Northwestern lost, 18-5.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern falls flat against high-flying UIC in 18-5 defeat

April 9, 2024
A building door with lamps on the wall.

[Photo] City Council indicates support for migrant shelter — but not downtown

April 9, 2024
Some skywatchers tried to record the last total eclipse to hit the contiguous U.S. until 2044 with their smartphones.

[Photo] Eyes on the skies: 2024 solar eclipse brings NU community together

April 9, 2024
A puddle covers the sidewalk in front of an empty lot.

[Photo] Grant Street neighbors ‘disappointed’ with small homes’ approval

April 4, 2024
A person holds a carton and reaches for something.

[Photo] Amid global expansion, Joe & The Juice sets up shop in Evanston

March 31, 2024
“Birthday Candles” takes place over protagonist Ernestine’s birthdays from ages 17 to 107.

[Photo] WAVE’s ‘Birthday Candles’ play creates rich emotional journey

March 28, 2024
Three people sit at a table.

[Photo] Evanston to proceed with new version of guaranteed income program

March 27, 2024
People walk in downtown Evanston on Thursday, Feb. 29. A new grant program could help still-struggling local businesses cover their expenses.

[Photo] New city grant program could help Evanston businesses recover from pandemic

February 29, 2024
Sophomore infielder Trent Liolios walks against Illinois State Tuesday.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern capitalizes on mid-game scoring opportunities

February 28, 2024
Junior catcher Bennett Markinson looks to make a hit against Illinois State Tuesday.

[Photo] Baseball: Former high school teammates power Northwestern’s offense

February 27, 2024
Sophomore infielder Owen McElfatrick makes a swing during Northwestern baseball’s home opener against Illinois State on Tuesday, Feb. 27.

[Photo] Baseball: 6th-inning romp leads Northwestern to a home-opener victory

February 27, 2024
Commander Scott Sophier of Evanston Police Department addresses City Council in support of the Alternative Community Response Initiative.

[Photo] City Council approves non-police alternative for 911 response to start by June

February 27, 2024
A developer’s plans to build 12 small homes on this narrow Grant Street plot have faced the chagrin of neighbors.

[Photo] City Council sends efficiency home plan back to committee, extending debate

February 27, 2024
David Goldenberg, the Anti-Defamation League’s Midwest Regional Director, speaks at the Evanston City Council meeting on Monday, Feb. 26.

[Photo] City issues statement on public comment standards following disruption at special council meeting

February 26, 2024
A developer’s proposal to build 12 efficiency homes on a narrow lot has faced blowback from residents before a City Council vote on Monday, Feb. 26.

[Photo] In 7th Ward, plan for small homes causes big uproar

February 26, 2024
NU’s piece-by-piece demolition of Ryan Field, seen Thursday, began after much controversy.

[Photo] Contentious Ryan Field demolition in full swing, ending 97-year chapter for NU

February 22, 2024
Evanston approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Wilmette about impacts from the Ryan Field rebuild.

[Photo] Evanston approves agreement with Wilmette over Ryan Field impacts

February 13, 2024
People roast marshmallows over a fire pit in Fountain Square on Saturday during the inaugural S’mores on the Square event.

[Photo] First-ever S’mores on the Square event brings hundreds to downtown Evanston

February 11, 2024
Demolition crews rolled in about two weeks ago at Ryan Field, but the actual start of razing the football stadium remains up in the air.

[Photo] NU officials face criticism about Ryan Field as residents challenge demolition

February 8, 2024
A man wearing a hard hat looks out at bleachers in a football stadium.

[Photo] Gallery: Last glimpse at nearly century-old Ryan Field before demolition

February 1, 2024
The Evanston Labs development has neared completion, and negotiations continue with potential tenants for the office and laboratory space, officials said.

[Photo] Evanston Labs building nears completion as downtown’s newest high-rise

January 30, 2024
Avidor, a senior living facility in downtown Evanston seen Friday, faces a complaint by residents who have alleged abuse by management.

[Photo] Residents file elder abuse complaint against Avidor senior living complex

January 27, 2024
A northbound Purple Line train approaches Main Street station in Evanston. CTA officials say they have plans to address riders’ complaints about reliability and service.

[Photo] Rebuild of Howard station possible as CTA Purple Line plans to modernize

January 21, 2024
Cash on hand for Mayor Daniel Biss’ still-active campaign committee nearly doubled in late 2023, a newly filed report shows, though the mayor said he hasn’t yet decided whether to run for reelection.

[Photo] Biss campaign fund nearly doubled after contentious November, report shows

January 22, 2024
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[Photo] Wind chill warning in effect as subzero temperatures continue

January 14, 2024
Retail vacancies have dropped, but downtown Evanston still faces headwinds as it enters 2024.

[Photo] Mixed signals for downtown Evanston as retailers enter new year

January 11, 2024
Hewn, a Central Street bakery, can continue to refuse cash payments after City Council rejected a ban on cashless businesses.

[Photo] City Council tables minimum wage increase, drops cashless business ban

January 10, 2024
Evanston’s budget for fiscal year 2024 avoided a property tax hike after cutting expenses and finding new revenue sources.

[Photo] Evanston avoids property tax hike amid ‘sobering’ budget outlook

January 7, 2024
Pace saw a double-digit ridership increase over last year on the Dempster Street corridor after the full debut of the Pulse Dempster Line in late October.

[Photo] Pulse’s debut boosts ridership on Dempster bus corridor to O’Hare

January 4, 2024
A person wearing a Santa outfit waves from a flatbed railcar.

[Photo] Gallery: CTA Holiday Train carries Santa, elves to every ‘L’ station

November 29, 2023
Local and regional newspapers, like these on sale Thursday at the Chicago-Main Newsstand in Evanston, have fallen deeper into a crisis, a new report by Medill researchers found.

[Photo] Local news deserts expanding despite some ‘bright spots,’ Medill report says

November 16, 2023
Fox News host Bret Baier poses with his new book, “To Rescue the Constitution,” after speaking at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall on Saturday.

[Photo] Fox News’ Bret Baier promotes new book, discusses Saudi-Israeli relations at NU

October 16, 2023
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