One year after Evanston’s 2015 ban on all single-use plastic bags in large businesses went into effect, city officials reported no issues with compliance. Large chain stores like CVS and Jewel-Osco transitioned...
City Council voted 8-1 to refer a 15-cent plastic bag tax back to the Human Services Committee on Monday.
The council considered an ordinance that would levy the tax on all carry-out plastic bags...
The Human Services Committee discussed amending city ordinances Tuesday to allow cannabis consumption establishments in Evanston.
Ald. Devon Reid (8th) proposed the measure, aiming to raise revenue...
Content warning: this story contains mentions of police violence.
City Council unanimously voted to ban no-knock warrants last week, a policing practice where officers are allowed to enter a home or...
Evanston’s Social Services Committee unanimously voted to support city funding for a welcome center for immigrants Thursday. The proposed plan draws up to $500,000 from American Rescue Plan Act funds...
