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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


Two participants give their red envelopes to the lion dancers.

Evanston rings in the Year of the Snake with Lunar New Year festival

January 26, 2025

Enjoying a lion dance and activities like mahjong, Evanston residents gathered to ring in the Year of the Snake on Sunday at the city’s Lunar New Year celebration. Mayor Daniel Biss spoke at the event...

A small christmas tree stands on a shelf next to a clear box of animal ornaments. In the background are two women looking at Christmas gifts.

Evanston celebrates local stores on Small Business Saturday

December 3, 2024

The Evanston community took part in Small Business Saturday — a nationally recognized event established by American Express in 2010 to support local mom-and-pop shops — Saturday. The event was coordinated...

At Animal Records, customers can buy new and used vinyl records, Archie Comics and vintage record players.

A college student’s guide to Evanston’s second-hand shops

November 6, 2024

Gen Z is rapidly contributing to the U.S. recommerce market by shopping for trendy and affordable items at second-hand stores. Evanston has much to offer for students and residents looking for thrifted...

Wynne’s 28-year tenure on the Council will make her the 3rd Ward’s longest serving councilmember and the fourth longest serving elected official in city history.

Q&A: 3rd Ward Ald. Melissa Wynne reflects on 28-year City Council career

November 6, 2024

Following seven terms on Evanston City Council advocating for “civility, transparency and common sense,” Ald. Melissa Wynne (3rd) will not seek reelection in 2025. Wynne’s 28-year tenure on the...

The owners of Kombucha Brava talk next to their booth on Main Street.

Fall Fest draws residents to newly refurbished Main Street

October 20, 2024

Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club partnered with Main-Dempster Mile to host the Welcome Back to Main Street Fall Fest on Sunday, a celebration of Main Street that reintroduced the community to its local...

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