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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


The Josephine Louis Theater was renovated recently, to make it more accessible to patrons. New elements, like a wheelchair lift and wheelchair-accessible seating, have been added.

Josephine Louis Theater renovated for accessibility, comfort

January 14, 2016

A&E The Josephine Louis Theater has been renovated to make it more accessible to its patrons and meet codes set by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Project organizers decided to add two central...

Dawes Park pond dedication to kick off concert season

May 25, 2015

The dedication of the newly-renovated pond at Dawes Park next month will mark the start of Evanston’s summer concert series. The pond, located at Sheridan Road and Church Street, was renamed Arrington...

Katie Young, a student at Lincolnwood Elementary School, speaks about Penny Park to Evanston City Council. Young submitted a petition signed by classmates calling for the park not to get demolished.

Evanston aldermen pass Penny Park decision to city board

January 26, 2015

Evanston City Council on Monday voted unanimously to pass the decision on how to approach the Penny Park redesign project to the city's Parks and Recreation Board. The board will determine how to address current...

Yamin: Why we need to improve disability access

January 21, 2015

Seven months ago I pumped gas by myself for the very first time. In my home state of New Jersey, self-service stations are illegal, and the law requires certified gas attendants to pump drivers' gas. Since...

City Council discusses Monday a proposal to raise the age from 18 to 21 for the sale, purchase and possession of tobacco and liquid nicotine products. During the meeting, an amendment was passed to remove the provision regarding possession but they have yet to vote on the proposal.

Evanston City Council amends tobacco proposal

October 14, 2014

City Council amended Monday a proposal to increase the legal age from 18 to 21 for selling and purchasing tobacco and liquid nicotine products. The amendment took out an original provision that said...

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