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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


Rising water levels and more frequent severe storms have significantly increased the risk of shoreline erosion.

Construction project aims to protect South Campus shoreline from erosion

October 16, 2024

South Campus’ shoreline is at risk, but one of Northwestern’s recent projects aims to change that. McCormick Prof. Aaron Packman, who leads NU’s Center for Water Research, said Evanston’s current...

The Evanston Dog Beach has long been a destination for residents and their canine companions to enjoy Lake Michigan.

Evanston Dog Beach passes to be available next Monday

February 13, 2024

Passes for the Evanston Dog Beach will be available starting Monday, Feb. 19, at the city’s three community centers as well as at the Evanston Ecology Center and Levy Senior Center, according to a Wednesday...

A white-and-red building stands with a white lighthouse towering over from behind.

Year in Review: Evanston’s biggest headlines of the past year

August 8, 2023

Content warning: This story contains mentions of gun violence. The past year in Evanston has been a busy one.  Evanston is more than just Northwestern’s lakeside campus. It’s a suburb that is...

EPD arrests second offender in Clark Street Beach shooting

EPD arrests second offender in Clark Street Beach shooting

June 1, 2023

Content warning: This story contains mentions of gun violence and death. The Evanston Police Department made a second arrest Tuesday in connection with the April 12 Clark Street Beach shooting that...

A white lighthouse stands with a green tree in the foreground.

From lighthouses to gardens, Evanston offers picturesque, natural hidden gems

May 25, 2023

Evanston is home to a variety of scenic green spaces and natural landmarks. The warm spring weather is reason enough to explore all corners of the community in search of its hidden gems. Here are just...

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