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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


City reevaluates local parks for future city council

September 29, 2016

Evanston officials are asking residents for input on the cleanliness, safety and functionality of the city’s parks and recreational facilities. This month the city introduced Parks Scorecard, a new...

Despite tight-knit community, 9th Ward residents still looking for economic expansion, better access to city resources

Despite tight-knit community, 9th Ward residents still looking for economic expansion, better access to city resources

April 21, 2016

Quaint houses and residential streets dot Evanston’s 9th Ward, located in the southern part of the city. Residents say they enjoy the quiet comforts of a close-knit neighborhood, but a relative lack...

Kristin Brown, who announced her candidacy for 9th Ward alderman on Wednesday, speaks to a crowd of 80 alongside her opponents. Five candidates for the vacated 9th Ward seat debated at Levy Senior Center on Thursday.

Alderman candidates debate city issues at public forum

April 24, 2015

Five candidates for the 9th Ward alderman spot shared Thursday their visions for the ward and solutions to city issues, such as affordable housing and public transportation. About 80 people attended...

Former Negro League baseball player celebrated in Evanston

February 23, 2015

Inside his South Evanston apartment, former Negro League player Ray Knox flipped through a calendar with black and white photos of baseball players, reminiscing in his deep, gravelly voice on the friendships...

South Evanston park district creates hiring policy amid nepotism concerns

February 18, 2014

A park district in south Evanston created a new hiring policy this month after a board member raised concerns about nepotism. Ridgeville Park District commissioners approved a policy Thursday requiring...

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