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The Daily Northwestern

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


Central Street established two Special Service Area districts on Jan. 25 of this year. The SSAs will function as one.

Central Street establishes Special Service Areas to support community

February 20, 2020

Central Street officially established two Special Service Area districts on Jan. 25 of this year. The districts join Downtown Evanston and the Main-Dempster Mile, each of which established SSAs in previous...

Over 90 local businesses in Evanston have been adopted as part of the community’s Adopt-a-Shop Program.

‘Shopping small’ at the hidden gems of The Main-Dempster Mile

November 19, 2019

Just a short walk from the Arch, heading south on Chicago Avenue, lies the first of many multicolored banners printed with “The Main-Dempster Mile” and its logo. The banners denote the entrance into...

Reprise Coffee Roasters serves ethically sourced coffee to Evanston

November 18, 2019

The Evanston location of Reprise Coffee Roasters, an offshoot of the Winnetka business, opened three months ago. The business focuses on sustainably-sourced coffee.

La Principal owner talks serving Mexican-inspired street food to Evanston

November 14, 2019

La Principal, on 700 Main Street specializes in Mexican-inspired street food. Owner Eric Young discusses the restaurant's roots in serving Evanston's commuters.

Blink Fitness’ new Evanston location offers dozens of cardio machines for members to use. It also has free weights and personal training sessions.

Blink Fitness opens its doors on Dempster Street

September 24, 2019

Evanston’s newest gym, Blink Fitness, aims to provide more than the hallmarks of a typical gym: a space to exercise the mind. “Blink promotes our ‘mood above muscle’ philosophy, meaning focusing...

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