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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


Friday’s demonstration on Deering Meadow was one of many around the world using empty chairs to honor Israeli hostages remaining in Gaza since the militant group Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Students honor Israeli hostages with pop-up installation on Deering Meadow

November 17, 2023

Two hundred and forty empty chairs sat on Deering Meadow Friday, each one bearing the photo, name and age of a hostage kidnapped by the militant group Hamas.  Wildcats for Israel organized the display...

A brick building that says “Northwestern Hillel.” A green inflatable alien sits outside next to a space-themed sign reading, “Dillo Shabbat 2023.”

Hillel fosters community, rings in Dillo weekend with Shabbat

May 21, 2023

Northwestern Hillel welcomed about 240 students to its annual Dillo Shabbat — this year, an alien-themed celebration of the Sabbath — on Friday. Attendees enjoyed falafel, pita and hummus as well...

Store window with pink flowers surrounding and “Happy Mother’s Day” written in window art.

From tours to treats: Evanston celebrates Mother’s Day

May 8, 2022

From longtime traditions to new programs, Evanston offered residents many opportunities to celebrate and treat mothers, grandmothers and other loved ones this Mother’s Day. The Evanston History Center’s...

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