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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


Protestors call for nationwide police reform in Evanston on May 31.  City Council will discuss the possibility of defunding the Evanston Police Department at Monday’s meeting.

With slight majority, Evanston City Council could move toward defunding

July 26, 2020

With a slim majority in support, City Council could take the first steps toward translating the movement to defund the Evanston Police Department into action at tomorrow’s meeting. Five of the city’s...

Residents stage ‘sit-ins’ for defunding at virtual council meeting

Residents stage ‘sit-ins’ for defunding at virtual council meeting

July 13, 2020

In a series of concurrent protests that spanned the breadth of the city, participants brought their calls to defund the Evanston Police Department to their aldermen’s doorsteps — literally. Organizers...

I’ll drink to that: A history of alcohol and temperance in Evanston

I’ll drink to that: A history of alcohol and temperance in Evanston

May 13, 2020

It’s a Friday night, and you and 50 of your closest friends are huddled together outside Mark II Lounge. After constantly checking your phone and complaining about how long you’ve been waiting, you...

‘It’s not a light switch’: Evanston economy buckles amid COVID-19 recession

‘It’s not a light switch’: Evanston economy buckles amid COVID-19 recession

May 3, 2020

From furloughed employees to cash-strapped owners, COVID-19 closures are hitting Evanston’s economy hard. The city is already suffering from the effects of a coronavirus-induced recession — and its...

Alderman Eleanor Revelle. Revelle said she’s receiving fewer emails than normal, which she attributed to residents’ preoccupation with the coronavirus.

Social distancing protocols limit communication with constituents

April 15, 2020

With limits on in-person meetings, community events and handshaking, Evanston aldermen are adjusting how they communicate with constituents amid COVID-19. In addition to attending remote City Council...

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