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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


Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) speaks at a city meeting. A tax increment finance district, or TIF, in Rainey’s ward will likely be dissolved by the end of the year.

TIF district in south Evanston likely to be dissolved as planned

October 10, 2016

Evanston may soon have some extra money to spend, as City Council voted Monday to introduce an ordinance that would dissolve a tax increment finance district in south Evanston. Also known as a TIF,...

The Evanston Water Plant is at the center of the city’s water system. Water pipes in south Evanston were found to have coal tar in and around them, resulting from gas pipes that were used in the late 19th to mid-20th century.

Despite lawsuit, south Evanston water is potable, officials say

September 25, 2016

As Evanston continues its lawsuit against two energy companies for materials found in and around water pipes, officials say the water in south Evanston is safe to drink. Evanston refiled a lawsuit against...

City Council passed a short-term plan for the Harley Clarke Mansion at their Monday meeting. For years, the community has been debating the rightful use of the controversial property, at 2603 Sheridan Rd.

Council passes short-term plan to reopen Harley Clarke

September 13, 2016

City Council voted Monday night to fund some basic renovations for the Harley Clarke Mansion, with plans to reopen, following years of debate over what to do with the property. Under the new plan, the...

Council delays action on salary changes for aldermen, city clerk

August 17, 2016

Aldermen delayed action on salary changes for themselves and the city clerk Monday night and approved a 23.1 percent salary increase for the mayor. The council had previously voted to send the ordinances...

Committee holds benchmarking ordinance

July 27, 2016

Aldermen held a benchmarking ordinance in the Administration and Public Works Committee meeting Monday night after questioning the ordinance’s usefulness, processes and possible penalties. The ordinance...

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