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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

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Courtesy of the Office of State Representative Christian Mitchell

Illinois lawmaker seeks to end cash bonds

February 14, 2017

A state representative from Chicago introduced legislation to the Illinois House on Friday that would eliminate cash bail in the state. The bill would also allow people charged with nonviolent crimes...

Cook County commissioner proposes gas tax increase to create job opportunities, reduce violence

April 6, 2016

Evanston residents’ motor fuel taxes may increase to fund violence reduction and job programs in Cook County if a bill introduced Monday is approved by county officials. The bill calls for an additional...

Cook County task force to identify techniques for reducing gun violence casualties

February 21, 2016

Cook County has convened a new gun violence task force directed at recommending realistic policies on gun violence reduction. The first meeting, on Tuesday, was focused on data sharing between law enforcement...

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