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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


A yellow excavator sits on a dirt surface outside Norris University Center, overlooking the Lakefill and Lake Michigan.

A year later, NU pub plan keeps students hopping

April 16, 2025

Nestled beside the shore of Lake Michigan, the Norris University Center has long served as a social hub for thousands of students at Northwestern’s Evanston campus. Behind the building’s revolving...

A construction site surrounded by buildings

Northlight Theatre’s groundbreaking marks hopeful future for Evanston arts scene

April 14, 2025

Northlight Theatre broke ground for its new site on Church Street in March, marking the start of construction for the theater, which is set to open in fall of 2026. The move has long been in the works;...

A man cuts a ribbon with large scissors in front of a group of people.

City dedicates newly-operational Lorraine H. Morton City Hall

April 7, 2025

City officials and local organizers gathered to dedicate the newly-opened Lorraine H. Morton City Hall on Monday morning. The city completed its move to the building April 1, and the first City Council...

Encore! Evanston was a pilot program that showcased local musicians in downtown Evanston restaurants and bars.

Encore! Evanston program bringing live music to Evanston restaurants achieves ‘success’ despite early conclusion

April 3, 2025

Encore! Evanston, a pilot program bringing free live music to downtown Evanston restaurants, recently came to an early halt after its two-month run due to administrative matters. Nonprofits Downtown...

Guzman y Gomez employees welcomed guests during a VIP pre-opening event Sunday at its new downtown Evanston location.

Australia-based Guzman y Gomez opens Evanston eatery to lengthy lines

March 16, 2025

As throngs of curious customers buzzed inside downtown Evanston’s brand-new restaurant Guzman y Gomez Tuesday, dozens of employees manning the kitchen occasionally erupted in a hearty hurrah. “Hola!”...

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