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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


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Evanston Pride postpones some Pride Weekend events due to inclement weather

June 27, 2021

Evanston Pride, Inc. postponed two of its three Evanston Pride Celebrations events this weekend following multiple severe weather and tornado warnings, as well as heavy downpours. The organization was...

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Evanston Public Library to expand hours and services beginning June 1

May 26, 2021

Beginning June 1, Evanston Public Library will expand its hours and services, including increasing its capacity and allowing visitors to stay for a longer time, according to a Tuesday news release.  The...

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Evanston Public Library hosts second virtual discussion about history of school segregation, potential 5th Ward school

May 21, 2021

Community leaders discussed the movement to open a community school in Evanston’s 5th Ward during a virtual panel hosted by Evanston Public Library Thursday.  The ward has gone without a neighborhood...

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Local organizers reflect on city’s history of school segregation

May 14, 2021

Local organizers and experts discussed the history of school segregation in Evanston, the closure of the 5th Ward school and its current impacts on residents at a virtual panel hosted by Evanston Public...

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Evanston Public Library reflects on 2020 in annual report

May 11, 2021

In its 2020 report, Evanston Public Library reflected on its response to the pandemic, its commitments to equity and the changes instituted throughout the year.  Last year, EPL buildings temporarily...

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