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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


Monday’s Truth in Taxation Hearing brought residents to the council chamber to voice concerns about property tax increases in the proposed 2024 budget.

Residents voice concerns on property tax hikes at City Council ‘Truth in Taxation’ Hearing

November 7, 2023

Evanston residents voiced concerns about the city’s proposed 2024 budget, specifically its property tax hikes, during the “Truth in Taxation” Hearing at Monday’s City Council meeting.  The...

A photo of the exterior of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center with light purple flowers at the bottom.

City Council discusses proposed 2024 budget, increased property tax levy

October 17, 2023

Evanston City Council discussed the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget at a special meeting Monday night. Despite the city’s current $3 million net deficit, the proposed budget totals more than $449...

A group of people wearing eclipse glasses look toward the sky.

Residents, EPL prepare for Saturday’s partial solar eclipse

October 12, 2023

This Saturday, Evanston Public Library will host an Eclipse Watch Party for residents to celebrate and view the solar phenomenon.  As the moon moves in front of the sun during its orbit, it will block...

Moms Demand Action members tabling at a First Friday in Evanston this summer.

A year after its formation, Moms Demand Action continues gun violence prevention efforts in Evanston

October 10, 2023

Content warning: this story contains mentions of gun violence. After the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, which left 19 children and two teachers dead, Sara Hines said she started “doom scrolling”...

Unveiling of “Explorer” Du Sable bust gathers around 40 people.

‘Explorer’ statue of Du Sable finds its temporary home in Evanston

October 8, 2023

A 8-foot bronze bust of Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable, a prominent explorer who is often credited as the founder of Chicago, was unveiled in downtown Evanston Sunday afternoon. Created by sculptor Erik...

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