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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


The pastel settees, billowing white curtains and crystalline lamps combined with the unfinished walls, exposed beam ceiling and assorted period knick-knacks create a scene straight out of a Fitzgerald novel — you’d almost expect to see Daisy leaning over to get a light from Gatsby in the corner.

Bourbon N’ Brass speakeasy offers deliciously vintage vibes to Evanston bar scene

April 17, 2018

“Evanston” and “college town” have never been synonymous. The city is regarded as one of the birthplaces of prohibition, and was a dry town until 1972. There hasn’t been a ban on liquor in over...

European-style cafe, eatery to open in The Keg of Evanston’s former location

February 11, 2016

A new restaurant is moving to the location formerly inhabited by The Keg of Evanston, bringing European-style coffee and food to the city’s downtown. Cupitol Coffee & Eatery will open in April...

Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl stops by Dillo Day in 2014. The mayor called the annual Mayfest event pleasant even though she received a record number of complaints from Evanston residents.

In Focus: The mayor behind the myth

March 5, 2015
“I’ve become something of an urban legend,” the mayor said. “I don’t know that that will ever change.”
Evanston business owners and Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl attended La Macchina Cafe’s ribbon cutting in January. The cafe, 1620 Orrington Ave., opened in the fall.

La Macchina Cafe introduces promotions to attract Northwestern students

February 16, 2014

A new Evanston establishment is targeting Northwestern students of the legal drinking age with discounted drinks and later weekend hours. La Macchina Cafe, 1620 Orrington Ave., opened Oct. 14. Owner...

The Keg of Evanston replacement to apply for permit

January 21, 2014

A replacement for The Keg of Evanston is likely to begin paperwork next week to open in the city. The restaurant, whose name hasn’t been made public, will soon apply for a permit with the city government,...

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