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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


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Councilmembers, community activist propose ‘circuit breaker’ for property tax, rent relief

April 23, 2025

Evanston could soon begin offering financial assistance to long-term residents under a program City Council is currently considering.  The proposed Property Tax and Rent Circuit Breaker would subsidize...

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Housing and Community Development Committee replaces Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

October 16, 2024

The Evanston Housing and Community Development Committee voted 4-1 to repeal and replace the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance at its Tuesday meeting. The proposed IHO applies to housing developments that...

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Evanston Reparations Committee collaborates with Liberty Bank to boost Black homeownership and generational health

May 2, 2024

The Evanston Reparations Committee heard a presentation from Wendy Ryce Smith, regional director of Liberty Bank in Chicago, at its meeting Thursday. At its April 4 meeting, the committee announced...

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Evanston residents express concerns over electrical energy alternatives at town hall

September 20, 2023

Natural gas may soon disappear from households in Evanston, city officials said at a Wednesday night town hall. The city hopes to phase out natural gas systems in new construction projects ― promoting...

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Reparations Committee approves direct cash payments for two recipients, announces progress on community survey

March 3, 2023

The Reparations Committee voted 4-1 to amend Evanston’s Restorative Housing Program to allow two recipients to receive benefits in the form of direct cash payments during its Thursday meeting. The...

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