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

The Daily Northwestern
Donate
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 outside of a brick building with a tree in the foreground.

‘Behind the fence’: Lydia Home neighbors seek increased connection with residents

April 29, 2025

  Content warning: This story contains mentions of childhood abuse and neglect, including sexual violence. Former 9th Ward resident Lucy Doyle grew up slipping through the slats of a wooden...

At Animal Records, customers can buy new and used vinyl records, Archie Comics and vintage record players.

A college student’s guide to Evanston’s second-hand shops

November 6, 2024

Gen Z is rapidly contributing to the U.S. recommerce market by shopping for trendy and affordable items at second-hand stores. Evanston has much to offer for students and residents looking for thrifted...

A fire engine parks on a residential street. Several firefighters stand around the engine.

Fire on Washington Street injures one

February 13, 2023

A fire on the fourth floor of a multi-residential building at 725 Washington St. injured one resident Monday. The Evanston Fire Department responded to reports of smoke odor and fire alarms at about...

The front of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center with plants in the foreground.

City Council initiates grant agreement process with the AUX to support Black-owned businesses

April 12, 2022

City Council unanimously authorized the city to negotiate a $1 million grant agreement with the AUX Monday. The AUX is a commercial hub development project centered around uplifting Black entrepreneurs...

Eight people pose together in front of brick wall with banner with logos of the AUX and participating businesses.

The AUX seeks to foster community with Black-owned businesses at the forefront

October 15, 2021

A brand-new hub for start-ups and small businesses centered around uplifting Black entrepreneurs is coming to Evanston, with developers hoping to open the space next fall.   The AUX highlights intersections...

Load More Stories
Menu
Activate Search
Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881
Washington Street