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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


Evanston PAC reaches halfway point in term limits push

November 25, 2013

An Evanston group in favor of term limits for Illinois lawmakers announced Thursday it has gathered more than half the signatures it needs to put the issue on the ballot next year. Headed by Republican...

State Rep. Greg Harris (D-Chicago) celebrates after the Illinois General Assembly voted Tuesday to legalize same-sex marriage in the state. Harris was a sponsor of the bill.

Northwestern students, Evanston representatives welcome passage of Illinois same-sex marriage bill

November 6, 2013

Northwestern students and Evanston representatives praised the passage Tuesday of a bill making Illinois the 15th state to legalize same-sex marriage. In a surprise move, the state House took up the...

State deadline set for City Council to pass assault weapons ban

July 10, 2013

With the passage of Illinois’ long-awaited concealed-carry bill Tuesday, Evanston aldermen have 10 days to pass a citywide ban on assault weapons. City Council chose to delay a vote on the assault...

Carolyn Murray, mother of slain Evanston teen Justin Murray, encourages City Council to pass an assault weapons ban Monday night. Aldermen chose to wait until next week to make a decision on the ban.

Evanston aldermen postpone vote on assault weapons ban

July 8, 2013

Evanston aldermen delayed their vote on a controversial assault weapons ban tonight, rescheduling it for next week. The proposed ordinance sparked emotional debate on both sides of the issue, drawing...

City Council to introduce assault weapons ban

June 20, 2013

Evanston aldermen will start weighing an assault weapons ban Monday as they seek to pass gun control legislation before a state proposal possibly prevents them from doing so. City Council will consider...

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