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

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Unemployment rates marginally up in all 14 Illinois metropolitan areas, per latest government data

March 28, 2024

Unemployment rates have slightly increased across all 14 metropolitan areas in Illinois since last February, according to data released Thursday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois...

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Rising egg prices leave Evanston businesses scrambling

April 7, 2023

Eggs are the “number one ingredient” at Ovo Frito Café in Evanston, according to co-owner Zinnia Iglesias.  “Omelets, pancakes, french toast — everything has eggs,” Iglesias said. But,...

Illinois unemployment rate hits historic low

September 24, 2019

Illinois hit a 4 percent unemployment rate in August, the state’s lowest monthly unemployment rate, according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security. The announcement is based on preliminary...

Northwestern School of Law to cut class size, keep tuition hike low

March 12, 2013

Northwestern's School of Law said Monday it will reduce class sizes and keep tuition hikes at record lows due to a recent decline in applications. Starting this fall, class sizes will be scaled back...

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