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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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A demonstrator records as Thrasher and others attempt to prevent University Police officers from dismantling the encampment. “You will not touch our students,” Thrasher repeatedly declared as officers attempted to break the human chain.

Medill investigates professor who participated in pro-Palestine encampment, cancels his classes

September 11, 2024

Medill Prof. Steven Thrasher faces investigation from Northwestern after his involvement in the pro-Palestine encampment on campus in April, and his Fall Quarter classes have been canceled, Medill officials...

The Cook County State Attorney’s office said that the decision is “consistent” with their policy about peaceful protesters.

Misdemeanor charges dropped against NU faculty for activity during pro-Palestinian encampment

July 19, 2024

Cook County’s State Attorney dropped charges against three Northwestern faculty members and one graduate student Friday after being charged earlier this month for “obstructing a police officer” at...

JVP NU said in the statement it has evidence the counterdemonstration was “a coordinated effort organized by the Anti-Defamation League,” contradicting statements by pro-Israel protesters that the event was organically organized.

JVP NU releases statement after Deering Meadow counterprotest

April 28, 2024

Northwestern's chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace released a statement on the pro-Israel counterprotest on Deering Meadow Sunday afternoon. "We condemn today's violent, racist, and intimidating Zionist...

LTE: An Open Letter from 171 Faculty — Do not ban protest at NU

LTE: An Open Letter from 171 Faculty — Do not ban protest at NU

April 24, 2024

Dear President Schill and Provost Hagerty, Northwestern’s University Mission declares its commitment to encourage debate; champion access, diversity and belonging; strengthen our community; and care...

Illustration of different colored hands on a white Illinois map. The background is dark blue.

Union organizers debate ‘Workers Rights Amendment’ as November vote draws near

June 16, 2022

With the Illinois Right to Collective Bargaining Measure appearing on the midterm ballot this November, workers have potential for a major win. Designated “Amendment 1,” the legislation would establish...

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