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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


The mural on the side of Great Harvest Bread Co.

Central Street: An artistic neighborhood’s canvas

October 22, 2024

As artists look to add their touch to Evanston’s ever-changing landscape, blank walls on Central Street have become increasingly hard to come by. On the sides of restaurants, in alleyways and even on...

The Main-Dempster Mile hosted a Fall Festival in 2021.

Celebrate the change in seasons with these fall festivities

October 7, 2024

It’s that time of year — the leaves are beginning to change color, and suddenly, you have the urge to rewatch Gilmore Girls, maybe for the fifth time. Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes are returning to...

Matt Gentile, peddles Independence Day merchandise out of a wagon before the parade.

Street vendors flourish at Evanston’s Fourth of July parade

July 8, 2024

Oak Lawn resident Rich Cotter is a familiar face each Fourth of July, parading with a basket of flags and snappers strapped to his chest. As he hustles up and down Central Street, customers flock to him...

Parade-goers gathered on Central Street Thursday for Evanston's 101st annual Fourth of July Celebration

Captured: Crowds Flood Central Street for Evanston’s Fourth of July Parade

July 8, 2024

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You...

Parade participants from Evanston Latinos hold a sign to celebrate the celebration’s “Seeds of Change” theme.

Evanston’s ‘Seeds of Change’ theme inspires unity at Fourth of July parade

July 8, 2024

Every Fourth of July, Evanston residents crowd Central Street for the city’s award-winning parade, bolstered by community organizations and contributors. Bands march to lively tunes, classic cars and...

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