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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 dog stands behind a metal gate with a “Beach Officially Closed” sign.

Council discusses potential dog park locations, concerns

September 28, 2021

Councilmembers and residents discussed concerns and benefits for a proposed Evanston dog park during Monday’s City Council meeting.  After Lake Michigan’s rising waters submerged Evanston’s fenced-off...

An Evanston beach at sunset, with waves beating against the sand and a blue and orange sky in the background.

City Council moves forward with proposal for non-resident lakefront parking charges

June 29, 2021

City Council voted to introduce a pilot program that would implement lakefront parking charges for non-residents Monday, moving forward with a proposal that would reverse the area’s longstanding free...

Ald. Eleanor Revelle (7th) stares into the middle distance during a City Council meeting in February 2020

Plans for Welsh-Ryan to host professional events in doubt after council meeting

May 26, 2021

City Council deferred on whether to approve an extension on a controversial pilot program permitting Northwestern to host for-profit events at Welsh-Ryan Arena, potentially jeopardizing the University’s...

Ald. Devon Reid (8th) speaking during a City Council meeting. He is wearing a dark grey suit and a red plaid tie.

Council votes to move forward on retroactive hazard pay for retail employees

May 25, 2021

City Council members moved forward on a proposal that would mandate big box employers to provide a substantive payout to frontline employees during the pandemic. The ordinance, requested by Ald. Devon...

The new City Council stands behind the lectern on the dais shoulder to shoulder.

Daniel Biss, alderpeople sworn in as Evanston’s 81st City Council

May 11, 2021

Evanston’s 81st City Council was sworn in Monday evening at the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, beginning the terms of Mayor Daniel Biss, City Clerk Stephanie Mendoza and four new alderpeople: Clare...

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