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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


Gov. Bruce Rauner speaks at an event. Rauner introduced Monday a new commission that will work to cut red tape in the state government.

Gov. Bruce Rauner starts initiative to cut bureaucratic ‘red tape’

October 19, 2016

Gov. Bruce Rauner signed an executive order Monday creating a commission to overhaul Illinois’ regulatory standards. The newly-created Illinois Competitiveness Council is charged with reviewing the...

Evanston community to participate in underage drinking prevention campaign

April 21, 2015

Evanston community members will participate later this week in a statewide campaign to prevent underage drinking. The Evanston Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, along with student and adult volunteers,...

Evanston restaurant cited for underage alcohol sales

March 30, 2015

An Evanston restaurant was cited last week for illegally serving alcohol to an underage person. Officials said Smylie Brothers Brewing Company, 1615 Oak Ave., was found in violation of city and state...

The Keg of Evanston will close permanently on Sunday after the popular bar's lease was not renewed.

The Keg of Evanston, renowned college bar, to close its doors for good Sunday

March 29, 2013

The Keg of Evanston will permanently close its doors Sunday after two decades of business that ended with a legal battle against the city. The popular bar will open for the last time Saturday evening and...

After its lease runs out at the end of the month, The Keg of Evanston faces an uncertain future.

Future uncertain for The Keg of Evanston

March 19, 2013

The Keg of Evanston may be closing once and for all. Owner Tom Migon said this afternoon he is negotiating with the property owner to prevent the popular bar's lease from expiring at the end of this...

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