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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


Evanston Plan Commission votes against rezoning amendments

Evanston Plan Commission votes against rezoning amendments

January 23, 2020

Members of the Evanston Plan Commission voted 4-1 against two proposed amendments to rezone a residential area in the center of the 5th Ward at a Wednesday meeting, citing precedent and concerns of spot...

Annie Coakley

Downtown Evanston selects new executive director

April 13, 2014

Downtown Evanston named Annie Coakley as its new executive director, the organization announced last week. Coakley previously worked in Chicago’s Planning and Development Department as an assistant...

A Christmas tree was lit during the annual Evanston holiday celebration Friday evening. The event hosted various performance groups as well as Santa Claus and Mayor Tisdahl.

Hundreds kick off holiday season in downtown Evanston

November 24, 2013

Hundreds of people gathered Friday night at Fountain Square with Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and Santa Claus to light the city's Christmas tree. "This is a very special occasion because it's...

Evanston looks to fill downtown arts panel

October 22, 2013

The city is beginning its recruitment process for a committee that will decide whether a performing arts center in downtown Evanston is viable. Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl is looking to appoint nine members...

City officials are looking to balance between downtown Evanston's thriving restaurant scene with a number of empty properties in the area.

In Focus: Downtown Evanston looks beyond restaurant scene for economic boon

May 20, 2013

The ambient lighting and warmth of Found, a contemporary American bistro established in Evanston late last year, highlights its thoughtful, locally produced dishes. The restaurant sits at a refurbished...

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