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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


A 5th Ward street. Some city and Northwestern officials said they worry that the University’s new two-year live-in requirement will create unwanted vacancies in the 5th Ward, where many of NU students live.

University, city officials evaluate impact of NU’s 2-year live-in requirement

September 26, 2017

Though some city and Northwestern officials worry that the University’s two-year live-in requirement will create unwanted vacancies in Evanston, others are optimistic about opportunities for affordable...

City manager Wally Bobkiewicz speaks at City Council. Bobkiewicz was praised during an annual review for his communication skills and transparency.

Hagerty releases statement regarding Bobkiewicz’s annual evaluation

September 26, 2017

Mayor Steve Hagerty released a statement Tuesday regarding city manager Wally Bobkiewicz’s annual evaluation. Hagerty said City Council met in an executive session Sept. 18 to complete Bobkiewicz’s...

City manager Wally Bobkiewicz. Bobkiewicz, Mayor Steve Hagerty and city staff participated in a brainstorming workshop sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies to develop ideas for improving the city.

City officials partake in Bloomberg brainstorming workshop

September 20, 2017

City staff attended a day-long workshop Tuesday in Evanston facilitated by Bloomberg Philanthropies to develop ideas for improving the city. Bloomberg Philanthropies — an organization that provides...

Bookends and Beginnings, 1712 Sherman Ave. The bookstore is one of several Evanston businesses that could close if a proposed high-rise complex is approved.

More than 1,100 students, residents sign petition against proposed city high-rise

September 19, 2017

Whenever Communication senior Orli Spierer moves to a new city, she said she always seeks out small, independent bookstores. In Evanston, her bookstore of choice is Bookends and Beginnings, Spierer said. So...

Service providers, residents urge for action on affordable housing

Service providers, residents urge for action on affordable housing

September 19, 2017

Although city staff presented an affordable housing and accessibility overview at Monday’s City Council meeting, service providers and residents were upset that no concrete plan had been created, let...

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