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

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


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Five things you should know about Juan Geracaris, the mayor’s pick for 9th Ward councilmember

February 24, 2022

Who will be Evanston’s next 9th Ward alderperson? A Monday City Council vote will determine whether Juan Geracaris (McCormick ’97) will take a seat on the council — but who is he?  After former...

Juan Geracaris smiles at the camera. He wears glasses and a blue collared shirt.

Juan Geracaris appointed to fill vacant 9th Ward council seat pending council approval

February 23, 2022

Mayor Daniel Biss has appointed Juan Geracaris as the next 9th Ward City Council member, the mayor announced in a Wednesday news release. City Council will vote to confirm Geracaris’s appointment on...

The front of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, a red brick building with a concrete entryway.

9th Ward aldermanic candidates address the community in forum

February 18, 2022

The seven 9th Ward aldermanic candidates discussed their key issues and plans to communicate with residents in a Thursday forum led by Mayor Daniel Biss at the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center.  Biss will...

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The Week Ahead: What’s coming up in Evanston the week of Feb. 13

February 14, 2022

From a film screening to a play to a city councilmember candidate forum, here are some ways to stay entertained and civically involved in Evanston this week. “From Starter to Loaf” Feb. 15, 7...

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Evanston Voter Initiative aims to land direct democracy proposal on the ballot this summer

February 9, 2022

In 2019, Evanston residents launched the Evanston Voter Initiative, a grassroots effort attempting to give voters a direct voice in local politics. While the initial push for a voter initiative process...

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