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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


Mayor Daniel Biss looks down while sitting at his desk.

Councilmembers release formal apology addressing lakefront sexual harassment claims

October 5, 2021

Mayor Daniel Biss read a formal apology Monday night on behalf of City Council regarding the city’s response to allegations of sexual harassment and abuse among lakefront staff.  “We are committed...

An exterior view of Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center

City Council strikes down proposed moratorium on accessory dwelling units

September 14, 2021

City Council struck down a proposed six-month moratorium on the construction of non-landlord-occupied internal accessory dwelling units Monday. ADUs are defined as small living units situated within...

A diagram that shows step one as the solar panels absorbing sun energy, step two as solar energy running through power towers and into homes and step three as an electric bill with the word credit in green written on it.

Community Solar Program incentivizes renewable energy use for Evanston residents

July 14, 2021

Evanston's Community Solar Program, a cheaper alternative to other available renewable energy sources, has been open for resident subscriptions since May 2021.  The program aligns with the goals of...

An Evanston beach at sunset, with waves beating against the sand and a blue and orange sky in the background.

City Council moves forward with proposal for non-resident lakefront parking charges

June 29, 2021

City Council voted to introduce a pilot program that would implement lakefront parking charges for non-residents Monday, moving forward with a proposal that would reverse the area’s longstanding free...

Lake Michigan pictured at sunset. Access to Evanston beaches will be free to all residents on Saturdays through Mondays during summer 2021, with plans for daily free access in summer 2022.

Evanston to offer three free weekly beach days after advocacy against token sales

May 25, 2021

Residents will have free access to Evanston beaches on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays starting this summer.  City Council was initially set to vote Monday on a resolution proposed by Ald. Devon Reid...

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