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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


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CROWN Act goes into effect to protect against hair discrimination in Illinois

February 9, 2023

The Illinois Create a Respectful and Open Workplace for Natural Hair Act went into effect Jan. 1, protecting people of color from workplace and school discrimination on the basis of hairstyle and texture....

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‘If I can save one life’: Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering discusses next steps on gun control

February 2, 2023

Content warning: This article contains discussions of gun violence. On July 11, Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering stood in the Oval Office and spoke with President Joe Biden about the need for a federal...

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Illinois Inauguration Day sees key politicians sworn in

January 9, 2023

Illinois’ inauguration took place Monday, marking the start of state politicians’ new terms. Here’s an overview of key politicians representing Evanston who were sworn in.  Governor: J.B. Pritzker Governor...

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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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Evanston community organizers and Northwestern faculty discuss impacts of midterm elections

November 17, 2022

As the last states finish counting ballots, the dust has settled for the majority of the races in this year's midterm elections. In Illinois, incumbent Gov. J.B. Pritzker fended off a challenge from...

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