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


A woman with short white hair wearing a black sweater speaks into a microphone.

Local activists criticize Fiske “Civility Matters” campaign newsletter

March 5, 2021

A section of Ald. Judy Fiske’s (1st) re-election campaign newsletter, titled “Civility Matters,” has drawn criticism from residents who say Fiske’s message contains coded racism targeting local...

Former Ald. Jane Grover (7th). Grover sent an email to dozens of Evanston residents Tuesday inviting them to a Zoom meeting on the upcoming Consolidated General Election.

Former aldermen organize meeting to combat “anti-incumbency,” draw backlash from candidates, residents

March 4, 2021

Several former city leaders had plans to hold a Zoom meeting Wednesday to “discuss strategy” in combating “anti-incumbency” efforts they alleged rooted in community organizations like the Organization...

Ald. Robin Rue Simmons (5th) sits at a city council meeting in 2017. Council approved a resolution to allow Kane, McKenna and Associates, Inc to complete a study and redevelopment plan of a new tax increment financing district in the 5th Ward.

City will pursue eligibility study for new 5th Ward TIF district

February 9, 2021

The city manager will enter into a consulting contract with Kane, McKenna and Associates, Inc. to complete an eligibility study and redevelopment plan for the creation of a new tax increment financing...

City manager Erika Storlie. City Council voted Monday to commit to increasing the reserve fund to 16.66 percent of expenses.

City Council votes to commit to increasing reserve balance

January 26, 2021

City Council committed to increasing the reserve balance of the general fund to 16.66 percent by December 31, 2025 at Monday’s virtual meeting. The resolution included plans to add at least $1 million...

Ald. Tom Suffredin (6th). Suffredin was the only city council member to oppose the security contract extension, citing concerns about a lack of support for individuals experiencing homelessness.

City council approves contract extension for security services at Civic Center, in parking garages

January 26, 2021

City Council authorized City Manager Erika Storlie to execute a two-year security contract extension with Phoenix Security that would guarantee security at city-owned parking garages during Monday’s...

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