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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


Mayor Steve Hagerty attends a city meeting. Hagerty called on residents to help slow the spread of coronavirus by practicing social distancing.

Evanston in “mitigation stage” of COVID-19 response

March 15, 2020

COVID-19 News Evanston has left the “containment stage” of responding to the novel coronavirus and has now entered the “mitigation stage,” Health and Human Services Director Ike Ogbo said....

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker. On Tuesday, confirmed cases nearly doubled, jumping from 11 to 19 and prompting Gov. J.B. Pritzker to demand more tests be sent to states, according to NBC Chicago.

Evanston, Illinois officials monitoring possible spread of coronavirus

March 11, 2020

COVID-19 News Evanston officials continue to monitor the spread of the novel coronavirus as confirmed cases of the virus reach 19 in the state. Currently, there are no confirmed cases in Evanston...

Ald. Peter Braithwaite (2nd). Braithwaite encouraged the city to begin stocking up on sanitary supplies in preparation for the potential spread of coronavirus.

Human Services Committee discusses preparations for Coronavirus

March 3, 2020

COVID-19 News Director of Health and Human Services Ike Ogbo gave an update on the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and how Evanston is preparing its response during Monday’s Human Services Committee...

The women’s side of the shelter at First Presbyterian Church. The church also has a warming center on the same floor.

Community members reflect on ways accessibility impacts homeless services

February 11, 2020

Shelters and warming centers can provide a place for homeless people to escape harsh conditions during the winter. But for disabled individuals, homeless services are not always accessible, said Cathleen...

Panelists at Thursday’s discussion on public health. Public health advocates discussed strategies for protecting marginalized communities.

Public health advocates discuss strategies for marginalized communities

January 24, 2020

Public health advocates discussed the merits of various approaches to preventing and controlling health concerns at a Thursday panel, focusing on strategies for supporting marginalized communities. The...

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