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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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More than $400,000 raised, $380,000 spent in final quarter of April 1 elections

April 20, 2025

In the final quarter campaigning prior to the April 1 municipal elections, candidates who raised and spent the most money did not necessarily win. Many of the race-winners, in fact, spent less than their...

Ald. Juan Geracaris (9th) is seated at the City Council dais.

City Council sells 9th Ward lot to ETHS, drawing criticism from neighbors

April 15, 2025

City Council voted 8-1 to sell a 9th Ward lot to Evanston Township High School for the construction of an affordable housing unit Monday.  The decision ignited public outcry in the newly dedicated...

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City Council likely to see three new members in light of April 1 elections

April 4, 2025

Evanston may see three new councilmembers after Tuesday’s elections, based on preliminary results from the Cook County Clerk’s office. With Ald. Juan Geracaris (9th) running unopposed, eight seats...

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Evanston unveils preliminary plans for Grey Park dog park

April 2, 2025

The city shared potential plans for a dog park addition to Grey Park at a community meeting Wednesday, about a year and a half after the Parks and Recreation Board voted on the project in 2023. A new...

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Jonathan Nieuwsma claims victory in likely win over 4th Ward write-in Meg Welch

April 2, 2025

Incumbent Ald. Jonathan Nieuwsma (4th) is likely to win the 4th Ward City Council race against write-in challenger Meg Welch, according to unofficial election results from the Cook County Clerk’s office....

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