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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


While some have applauded Invest in Kids for giving students more flexibility in school choice, many Evanston-area lawmakers have criticized the tax credit program for diverting funding from the state’s coffers.

Public school advocates celebrate end of controversial Invest in Kids scholarship program

November 15, 2023

The Illinois General Assembly did not extend the Invest in Kids Scholarship Tax Credit Program at its Nov. 9 fall veto session. The program, which provides indirect state support for qualifying students...

Cutouts of State Rep. Robyn Gabel and State Sen. Laura Fine with dark blue shadows over a sketch of a government building on a light blue background.

Evanston’s state representatives’ biggest accomplishments in 2023 legislative session

May 29, 2023

The Illinois General Assembly’s 103rd session came to a close early Saturday morning. Over the past four and a half months, Evanston’s legislators in Springfield prioritized health care, environmental...

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New year, new laws: Nine laws affecting Evanston residents in 2023

January 5, 2023

Content warning: This article contains mentions of violence and miscarriages. More than 180 new laws went into effect in Illinois on Jan. 1. Here are nine of the most impactful laws for Evanston residents...

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18th State House District candidates Gabel and Hutchinson talk key Illinois issues ahead of the election

October 20, 2022

Content warning: This story contains mentions of sexual assault and gun violence.  Illinois House of Representatives 18th District candidates incumbent state Rep. Robyn Gabel (D-Evanston) and Republican...

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Illinois funds child savings accounts, makes college saving more accessible

April 26, 2022

Every child born or adopted in Illinois after Dec. 31 will receive a college savings account managed by the State Treasurer’s Office with a $50 starting deposit under the Higher Education Savings Program.  Three...

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