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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 Preservation Commission members, along with the city’s preservation coordinator Carlos Ruiz, deliberate Northwestern’s proposal to rezone the campus. Their changes to the proposal included dividing NU into five zones as opposed to its current two, as well as requesting the ability to review proposals for major projects within 250 feet east of Sheridan Road.

Northwestern to review Evanston Preservation Commission’s revised rezoning proposal

April 17, 2015

Members from the Evanston Preservation Commission passed a motion at a special committee meeting Thursday night to redivide Northwestern’s campus into five lots. The proposal now goes back to the University...

Bonnie Humphrey, director of design and construction, defends Northwestern’s proposal for resubdividing the campus. The Evanston Preservation Commission evaluated the plan that would redraw the lines of Northwestern’s landmark status areas.

Northwestern proposes new campus subdivisions

February 11, 2015

The Evanston Preservation Commission heard a proposal Tuesday from Northwestern to alter the zoning boundaries of areas of campus east of Sheridan Road. Paul Weller, the director of facilities planning,...

​Residents gathered Thursday night at the Rotary International Building, 1560 Sherman Ave. The event was held in celebration of the artists of the year in Evanston, whom guests including the mayor honored for a night of food and presentations.

Evanston artists honored for their work in community

October 9, 2014

An arts event Thursday evening honored two Evanston men for their contributions to the city's arts scene. The event, "A Bright Night for the Arts," brought about 100 people together for a night of...

Confusion over landmark designated homes sparks reform

November 7, 2013

Evanston is striving to make its historic homes more recognizable after two homeowners ran into trouble trying to replace the windows of their landmark residence. In last Monday’s City Council meeting,...

"Evanston: 150 Years, 150 Places" was released last week. The book highlights the city's architectural treasures, including at least a dozen related to Northwestern.

New book marks 150 years of Evanston architecture

July 3, 2013

A new book highlights Evanston's architectural gems as the city prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday. "Evanston: 150 Years, 150 Places" features noteworthy buildings from throughout the city, including...

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