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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


Aldermen approved in June five city lots viable for gun ranges to open their business in the city with a special-use permit. Last week, the council passed regulations on obtaining a gun-range license.

City Council adds hurdles to setting up gun ranges in Evanston

September 27, 2015

Aldermen voted last week to add several requirements for gun ranges to obtain a license in Evanston, continuing an effort to regulate potential gun sales in the city following evolved federal and state...

Aldermen again deferred a decision on the Harley Clarke Mansion at Monday’s meeting. The meeting was well-attended by members of the community eager to comment on the controversy.

Council stalls Harley Clarke Mansion decision again

September 22, 2015

Aldermen decided Monday to further postpone deciding the Harley Clarke Mansion’s future. After more than an hour of deliberation, the City Council could not agree to direct staff to draft a proposal...

Evanston aldermen pave way for new ‘green’ day care

September 16, 2015

Aldermen approved Tuesday a permit for a new environmentally-conscious day care center to renovate an existing building on Central Street. The City Council voted unanimously to welcome Chicago-based...

John Berkley, a board member of an Evanston youth soccer club, shares his concerns for an alcohol-based establishment near James Park playing fields. City Council voted at Monday's meeting to begin negotiations with Smylie Brothers Brewing Company to relocate to 2222 Oakton St., which is adjacent to the park.

Negotiations with brewing company approved despite citizen objection

July 14, 2015

Aldermen voted Monday to begin negotiations with Smylie Brothers Brewing Company to move into the property of a former recycling center, despite residents’ objections due to the building’s proximity...

City Council unanimously approved the nonprofit Evanston Animal Shelter Association to take over the shelter June 1. The city has operated the shelter for the past year.

Council wraps up discussion of Northwestern subdivisions

May 26, 2015

City Council approved the final map for new Northwestern campus subdivisions Tuesday, portioning the land into smaller areas to speed up university construction projects in the section without landmark...

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