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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


Fine supported the bill with the rationale that individuals suffering from chronic pain should not be restricted in their access to treatment, and aims to further protect the health of patients.

Illinois signs bill expanding chronic pain treatment into law

February 12, 2025

State Sen. Laura Fine’s (D-Glenview) bill to ensure necessary medication for individuals with chronic pain was signed into law Tuesday. The law allows physicians to prescribe medication for controlled...

Everything Evanston: A deep dive into the city’s fast-food scene

November 14, 2024

In this week's edition of Everything Evanston, The Daily explores the evolving fast-food scene in downtown Evanston, including Taco Bell’s return and concerns about health impacts. JACOB HARE: In...

An injection, medicine bottle, mask, gloves and hand sanitizer on a backdrop of viruses.

Statewide respiratory virus, COVID-19 levels drop, CDC data shows

April 30, 2024

Respiratory virus and COVID-19 levels are low across all Illinois counties, according to an Illinois Department of Public Health news release Friday. The state’s virus level is “Minimal,” the...

Contagious respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, influenza and RSV spread throughout the United States in December.

Chicago area hospitals maintain mask mandates amid spread of respiratory illnesses

January 23, 2024

As contagious respiratory illnesses — particularly COVID-19, influenza and RSV — began spreading this winter season, several healthcare facilities in Evanston and the Chicago area reinstated their...

The Northwestern Chapter of AFSP is planning to hold a community walk tentatively scheduled for early May.

NU suicide prevention club aims to bring awareness, support for mental health on campus

January 21, 2024

Content Warning: This article contains mentions of mental illness and suicide.  In addition to being roommates and best friends, Communication senior Gretchen Raedle and Weinberg senior Julia Winck...

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