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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


With Evanston's new ordinance, there are five lots viable for gun ranges to open their business in the city with a special-use permit. Aldermen passed the ordinance at Monday's City Council meeting.

City Council restricts zoning for gun ranges in Evanston

June 23, 2015

Aldermen voted unanimously Monday to limit the areas in Evanston where gun ranges can set up shop, leaving five lots in the city as viable areas for a business to allow shooting instruction or practice. The...

Steve Hagerty, chair of the Harley Clarke Citizens Committee, presents background on the Harley Clarke mansion to a packed room Monday night. The committee has gathered public opinion and research since January to help determine a future for the mansion, and will present its final recommendations to City Council next month.

Evanston residents, city officials debate five proposals for Harley Clarke mansion’s future

May 19, 2015

More than 100 Evanston residents and city officials gathered Monday evening to discuss five proposals from the public for the future of the Harley Clarke mansion. The proposals included the city renovating...

Illinois Supreme Court kills 2013 pension reform

May 10, 2015

The Illinois Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Friday that pension reductions passed in 2013 were unconstitutional. The decision struck down the most recent attempt to address a $111 billion pension...

Evanston devotes May to bike safety, appreciation

May 8, 2015

Evanston announced Wednesday this May will be “Bike Kick-off Month,” dedicated to improving bicycle safety and respect among riders, drivers and pedestrians on the road. The city is also launching...

Evanston honored as walking-friendly city

May 8, 2015

Evanston has been designated a Gold Level Walk Friendly Community by the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, the city announced Thursday. The Walk Friendly Communities program, maintained by...

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