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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


Hecky Powell, owner of Hecky’s Barbecue, greets friends and family members. Powell was honored Sunday for his commitment to the employment of teens and youth in the community with an honorary street sign on the corner of Green Bay Road and Emerson Street.

Hecky’s Barbecue owner honored with street name

November 9, 2014

After 30 years of community service, the owner of Hecky’s Barbecue was celebrated Sunday with an honorary street designation on the corner of Green Bay Road and Emerson Street. About 100 community...

New restaurant coming to Central Street undergoes name change

September 29, 2014

A restaurant set to open in Evanston in late October is changing its name to highlight the city's history. Owners of a restaurant that will feature smoked meats and wood-fired pizza changed the name...

City environmental board supports plastic bag ban, talks bike plan

May 9, 2014

The city's Environment Board agreed to support a ban on plastic bags Thursday. City council will review the proposed ordinance in a special meeting May 19. Evanston sustainable programs coordinator...

Residents weigh in on preliminary bike plan

May 3, 2014

A consulting firm presented the latest draft of a citywide bike plan on Saturday that would add features to make bike travel safer on some streets and prohibit it on others. The plan would add safety...

ESI Consultants president Joseph Chiczewski gives a presentation Wednesday at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center about concerns regarding the intersection of Green Bay Road, Emerson Street and Ridge Avenue. Chiczewski’s firm is leading the investigation into possible upgrades to the intersection.

Evanston officials look to address problems at ‘gateway’ intersection

April 2, 2014

City officials are looking to address traffic problems, safety concerns and aesthetic issues at the intersection of Emerson Street, Ridge Avenue and Green Bay Road. About 20 people, including several...

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