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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


State Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) speaks at a town hall in January. Biss launched his campaign for Illinois governor on Monday, joining an already crowded race.

State Sen. Daniel Biss launches campaign for governor

March 20, 2017

State Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) launched his campaign for governor Monday, positioning himself as a progressive who will make Illinois a “beacon of hope” and fight the new president’s policies...

A Northwestern student casts his ballot at the Civic Center on Tuesday. Through NU services like the “Voter Van,” students were able to more easily get to polling places at Parkes Hall, Patten Gym and the Civic Center to vote.

Evanston same-day registration results in long lines

November 6, 2014

The state’s first year of Election Day registration attracted members of the Evanston and Northwestern community, with the Civic Center drawing the highest number of same-day registrants of anywhere...

Gov. Pat Quinn concedes Illinois governor election to Bruce Rauner

November 5, 2014

Gov. Pat Quinn conceded the gubernatorial election Wednesday afternoon to Republican challenger Bruce Rauner. Quinn, who refused to accept Rauner's victory on Tuesday night, said he wanted to wait until...

Republican Bruce Rauner speaks to a crowd of supporters Tuesday night at the Hilton Chicago. Rauner beat Gov. Pat Quinn to become the first GOP Illinois governor in 12 years.

Rauner defeats Quinn to become state governor

November 5, 2014

CHICAGO — Republican Bruce Rauner was named the winner Tuesday night in a highly contested race, defeating Gov. Pat Quinn to become the next Illinois governor. Multiple news outlets called the election...

Muller: Democrats in denial of 2016 election

Muller: Democrats in denial of 2016 election

September 23, 2013

Well, she’s done it again. Hillary Clinton decided to open her mouth in public, and naturally a frenzy ensued. New York Magazine on Sunday published an interview with the former secretary of state and...

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