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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


7th Ward Council race competitive as Revelle retires

7th Ward Council race competitive as Revelle retires

September 30, 2024

As Illinois’ 2025 consolidated general election approaches, mayoral, City Council and school board hopefuls have one month remaining before the deadline to file nomination petitions. In the 7th Ward,...

The Open Meetings Act stipulates that the public has “the right to attend all meetings at which any business of a public body is discussed or acted upon in any way.”

Civic Center’s future uncertain after state issues violation

September 26, 2024

Eight months after Evanston authorized a 15-year lease on a temporary civic center at 909 Davis St., the city has not moved operations to the new location since March, when it was found in violation of...

Mayor Daniel Biss delivered his State of the City address on May 9.

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss announces reelection bid

August 27, 2024

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss announced Tuesday his intention to seek reelection in April 2025. The mayor shared his intentions to run for mayor again on his website and in an email to his supporters. “I’m...

People look at one another while holding a sign that reads “We demand ceasefire now.”

Evanston Ceasefire coalition clashes with City Council over resolution

April 22, 2024

Evanston resident Maha, who is Palestinian American, said she moved her family to the city over 20 years ago for its “progressive” community — where “people are open and share values of decency,...

Evanston’s budget for fiscal year 2024 avoided a property tax hike after cutting expenses and finding new revenue sources.

Evanston avoids property tax hike amid ‘sobering’ budget outlook

January 7, 2024

When discussions about Evanston’s 2024 budget began last fall, city officials stared down a looming shortfall and monetary challenges they called “sobering.” Initial plans called not just for...

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