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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


Study reveals Evanston uptick in tickets for marijuana possession, decrease in arrests

Study reveals Evanston uptick in tickets for marijuana possession, decrease in arrests

May 26, 2014

Evanston police ticketed those charged with possession of a small amount of marijuana more often in 2013 than they arrested them, according to a study released last week. In Evanston, 69 percent of...

Gabel sponsors resolution to unite local groups in fight against hunger, poverty

May 20, 2014

State Rep. Robyn Gabel (D-Evanston) has sponsored a resolution in the Illinois House of Representatives aiming to unite the visions of various state groups toward developing an approach that would...

Seth Green, the executive director of the Youth Organizations Umbrella, presents before City Council on Monday night on the long-term education initiative Cradle to Career. Aldermen voted to move discussion regarding council supporting the effort to the Human Services Committee.

City Council discusses education initiative partnership, plastic bag ban

May 20, 2014

Aldermen authorized further discussion Monday night on whether City Council should support a long-term education initiative called Cradle to Career. Council unanimously voted to send the proposal...

State legislature passes Biss’ drone regulation bill

May 11, 2014

A bill championed by state Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) that would broadens existing state regulations on drones passed the state House on Friday. The bill amends the existing Illinois drone surveillance...

Health experts recommend Evanston raise age to buy tobacco

May 6, 2014

The Evanston Health Advisory Council is asking aldermen to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21, a move the group says will make the city a "health leader" in Illinois. Dr. Timothy...

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