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The Daily Northwestern

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

The Daily Northwestern

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

The Daily Northwestern


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2nd Ward candidates discuss safety, economy, engagement at League of Women Voters forum

February 20, 2023

Candidates for the 2nd Ward councilmember seat discussed public safety, economic development and more during a League of Women Voters of Evanston candidate forum Saturday. Evanston/Skokie School District...

A person drawing the map of Evanston, with multiple drafts strewn around them.

In Focus: As Evanston braces for its first ward redistricting in nearly two decades, residents say changing demographics speak to a lack of affordable housing

June 10, 2022

Growing up in Evanston’s 2nd Ward, Darlene Cannon lived in a mostly Black neighborhood. Since she was born in Evanston more than five decades ago, she has lived within the same four-block radius....

The Laundry Cafe co-creators Jacqui White and Tosha Wilson stand beside a washing machine.

Two locals to open innovative Laundry Cafe in 2nd Ward

January 16, 2022

While many might view laundry as a mundane chore, two Evanston natives envision a space in which locals could leave the laundromat with both clean clothes and stronger ties to their community.  Tosha...

A split-screen photo of two headshots. One is of Peter Braithwaite, on the left, wearing a dark suit and blue checked shirt against a gray background, and the other is of Darlene Cannon, wearing a dark gray shirt and silver necklace with a light blue stone against a light blue background.

Here is where Evanston’s 2nd Ward aldermanic candidates stand on the issues

April 5, 2021

Second Ward aldermanic candidates Ald. Peter Braithwaite (2nd) and Darlene Cannon will face off in Evanston’s general election on Tuesday, April 6. In separate interviews with each candidate, The Daily...

A CrossFit trainer demonstrates decline pushups. A new CrossFit gym may be opening on Dodge Avenue in Evanston.

Evanston resident to open CrossFit gym

May 18, 2017

A new CrossFit training facility may open in Evanston’s 2nd Ward to provide residents with an additional workout option. Evanston resident Tani Mintz, who is looking to open the gym on Dodge Avenue,...

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