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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

A man writes on a red pole

Whiskey bar Oskar opens, showcasing local liquors

July 2, 2023

A chipped, red pole juts upward out of the counter at newly-opened whiskey bar Oskar. Bearing the weight of the bar’s roof, the pole is unremovable and bisects the counter.  But in the days since...

A sidewalk cafe enclosed by barriers and on the parking spaces is filled with customers on a sunny Friday afternoon.

Evanston waives sidewalk cafe permit fees for the second time to aid small businesses

May 20, 2021

Since the outdoors remain the safest place for people to gather during COVID-19, Evanston restaurants are moving to the sidewalks this summer to provide additional open-air dining. Evanston Building...

La Principal is giving back to the Evanston community through its Taco Tuesday for a Cause to help residents struggling due to the pandemic.

La Principal’s Taco Tuesday For A Cause aims to help the Evanston community

February 5, 2021

Evanston’s La Principal is putting a philanthropic spin on Taco Tuesday by donating half of its proceeds to local nonprofits helping residents who are struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’re...

Mural by Cheri Lee Charlton at Ridgeville Park District. The mural was one of two created as part of the Evanston Mural Arts Program since March 2020

Muralists bring beauty to Evanston during pandemic

February 2, 2021

A large mural reading “I am Evanston Strong” decorates the wall outside of the La Principal restaurant on Main Street, serving as a reminder to Evanstonians to remain positive in light of this...

Community members get samples from various local food vendors at the fourth annual Taste of Evanston. Evanston’s food pantries and their partner businesses will continue to serve meals to food-insecure residents this winter.

Evanston food pantries and soup kitchens prepare for winter

January 22, 2021

Navigating post-holiday lulls and cold weather complications, Evanston’s food pantries and their partner businesses will continue to serve meals to food-insecure residents this winter. Leslie Shulruff,...

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