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Skaters hit the rink at Arrington Lagoon in frigid Evanston

January 21, 2025

James Von Kaenel skated at the Arrington Lagoon ice rink in Dawes Park on Jan. 14 after picking up the sport to get outdoors during the winter. Von Kaenel, who moved to Evanston from California in...

Evanston joins more than 600 communities with ‘complete streets’ resolution

February 24, 2014

Evanston joined more than 600 communities nationwide last month that have passed “complete streets” policies to ensure safe and easy passage for pedestrians, cyclists and public transit users. On...

Evanston officials declare 2-day snow emergency

January 1, 2014

Evanston officials have declared a daytime snow emergency for both Thursday and Friday. The snow emergency will take place from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both days. The decision came late Wednesday evening...

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