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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

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


An illustration features the outlines of two figures’ faces looking away from one another. A school building and a dividing line appear between them.

Local organizers reflect on city’s history of school segregation

May 14, 2021

Local organizers and experts discussed the history of school segregation in Evanston, the closure of the 5th Ward school and its current impacts on residents at a virtual panel hosted by Evanston Public...

Mary Barr signs her book for an attendee of her talk Saturday at the Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. In front of about 100 people, Barr read an excerpt from her book, “Friends Disappear: The Battle for Racial Equality in Evanston,” which details the history of the city’s racial issues.

Author speaks about Evanston’s history of racial inequality

October 26, 2014

An Evanston native read an excerpt of her book which explores the history of racial inequality in Evanston to a packed audience Saturday. Mary Barr, a lecturer at Clemson University, grew up in Evanston...

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