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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 panhandler sits outside of CVS pharmacy, 1711 Sherman Ave. Reports of aggressive requests for money have increased in the last six weeks.

Downtown Evanston sees increase in aggressive panhandling

January 12, 2014

Aggressive panhandling incidents in downtown Evanston have increased over the last six weeks, culminating in a rare physical arrest at the end of December. “It’s an all-year concern, but panhandling...

Evanston Police Chief Richard Eddington (left) listens while Cmdr. Jay Parrott (right) talks to residents during Wednesdays crime beat meeting focusing on wards one, three, four and seven.

Evanston Police talk social media, crime prevention with residents

April 17, 2013

The Evanston Police Department discussed panhandling, crime prevention tactics and Text-a-Tip with about 30 residents during its first community beat meeting of the year Wednesday night. Cmdr. Jay Parrott...

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