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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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A guide to understanding Evanston’s City Government

August 9, 2023

There’s more to Evanston than Northwestern. For students who like to step outside of the University bubble, here’s The Daily’s guide to city government. It introduces the government and its interplay...

A woman stands in front of Fountain Square in Evanston, looking at the camera.

Darlene Cannon, 2nd Ward candidate, talks affordable housing and communication

March 15, 2023

Darlene Cannon grew up in the 2nd Ward, attending Evanston/Skokie School District 65 schools before going to Evanston Township High School. That history, she said, would help her connect to her constituents...

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Hartrey Street fire displaces nine

February 18, 2023

A fire on the 1700 block of Hartrey Street displaced nine people Saturday morning, according to an Evanston Fire Department news release. At about 11:30 a.m., EFD responded to reports of a house fire....

The word “VACANCY” is superimposed on top of a red image of an Evanston map.

Evanston seeks to fill job vacancies in some city departments

February 15, 2023

With 17 vacancies within the Evanston Police Department, Cmdr. Ryan Glew said the staffing shortage is placing a strain on officers. The department transitioned to a 12-hour work schedule instead of an...

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Fire on Washington Street injures one

February 13, 2023

A fire on the fourth floor of a multi-residential building at 725 Washington St. injured one resident Monday. The Evanston Fire Department responded to reports of smoke odor and fire alarms at about...

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