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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


Runners take off from the start line on the Lakefill.

UNICEF Northwestern hosts first 5k race on the Lakefill

June 2, 2025

Runners lined up on the start line of UNICEF Northwestern’s first 5K race on the Lakefill Sunday morning, raising more than $800 for children around the world. “I think it’s pretty important right...

The Lakefill is perfect for strolls with your four-legged friends.

Best Outdoor Space: The Lakefill is Evanston’s grassy oasis

February 26, 2025

It may not be the most appealing right now as the last throes of winter pierce through parkas via the wind chill whipping off Lake Michigan. But once the ice melts and flowers begin to bloom, the Lakefill...

Kahn and Daneshmand spend the year leading Mayfest Productions’ 10 committees, preparing for Dillo Day and acting as liaisons between the organization and NU administration.

Q&A: Mayfest co-chairs reflect on year of preparation, look toward Dillo Day

May 14, 2024

Mayfest Productions has been putting together Dillo Day, the largest student-run music festival in the country, for over 50 years. After a year of preparation, the planning for Dillo 52 is in its final...

A person dips another person in a contemporary dance.

Lovers & Madmen’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ celebrates spring on the Lakefill

May 12, 2024

Lovers & Madmen’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” welcomed spring over the weekend with a series of free outdoor performances. Passersby and attendees toting lawn chairs gathered to watch performances...

A tree with red leaves.

Captured: Fall foliage flutters across campus

November 2, 2023

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You...

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