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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


Ald. Eleanor Revelle (7th) speaks at a city council meeting. Revelle said on Monday that she thinks any alterations to the liquor code are premature in light of Northwestern's proposed zoning changes.

Proposed liquor license for Welsh-Ryan draws heavy criticism from residents

July 9, 2019

Residents voiced concerns during Monday’s council meeting regarding a potential alteration to the city’s liquor code, which would create a new class of liquor license. This change would pave the way...

Despite high tax, city brings in high revenue from liquor sales

October 29, 2014

Although Evanston’s liquor tax is higher than those of surrounding communities, establishments continue to request licenses from the city. Compared to four similar Illinois suburbs, Evanston has...

Noyes Street hotdog restaurant granted license to sell liquor

August 12, 2014

Evanston aldermen voted Monday to reverse Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl’s decision to deny a liquor license to a Noyes Street eatery. D&D Dogs, 825 Noyes St., will be permitted to sell alcohol on its...

Aldermen approve liquor license for Evanston’s first nanobrewery

May 29, 2014

City Council authorized a special liquor license at its meeting Tuesday night for Evanston’s first nanobrewery, despite concerns from neighbors about its location on an alley where residents live. The...

Manager: ‘No definite date’ for beer, wine at downtown Evanston Starbucks

November 3, 2013

Although Evanston aldermen have approved a liquor license for the downtown Starbucks, a manager said Sunday there is “no definite date” for when the coffee shop will start serving alcohol. City...

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