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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


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Northlight Theatre’s groundbreaking marks hopeful future for Evanston arts scene

April 14, 2025

Northlight Theatre broke ground for its new site on Church Street in March, marking the start of construction for the theater, which is set to open in fall of 2026. The move has long been in the works;...

In April, there will be a wide variety of local events for Evanston residents to attend.

Springing into April: A map of local events happening in Evanston this month

April 7, 2025

With spring rolling around and Evanston’s winter chill fading away, there is a wide variety of local events to explore this April across Evanston. These events are all free to attend, aside from Central...

Encore! Evanston was a pilot program that showcased local musicians in downtown Evanston restaurants and bars.

Encore! Evanston program bringing live music to Evanston restaurants achieves ‘success’ despite early conclusion

April 3, 2025

Encore! Evanston, a pilot program bringing free live music to downtown Evanston restaurants, recently came to an early halt after its two-month run due to administrative matters. Nonprofits Downtown...

Community members roast marshmallows over a fire pit at Downtown Evanston’s S’mores on the Square event Saturday evening.

Downtown Evanston hosts 2nd annual S’mores on the Square

March 9, 2025

Downtown Evanston handed out around 600 free s’mores kits — baggies with a marshmallow, roasting stick, graham crackers and a piece of chocolate — to residents Saturday evening at its second annual...

Hernandez Gonzalez: Small businesses are needed more than ever

Hernandez Gonzalez: Small businesses are needed more than ever

February 25, 2025

Growing up in Montbello, a neighborhood in the far northeast of Denver, small businesses were places for meaningful conversations, gathering with friends and family and bonding over issues that affect...

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