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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


The Evanston Water Plant is at the center of the city’s water system. Water pipes in south Evanston were found to have coal tar in and around them, resulting from gas pipes that were used in the late 19th to mid-20th century.

Despite lawsuit, south Evanston water is potable, officials say

September 25, 2016

As Evanston continues its lawsuit against two energy companies for materials found in and around water pipes, officials say the water in south Evanston is safe to drink. Evanston refiled a lawsuit against...

Evanston celebrates national water campaign with art contest

February 24, 2015

Evanston will hold an art and photography contest for elementary, middle and high school students in celebration of a national campaign. National Drinking Water Week, which runs from May 3-9, draws...

Assistant City Manager Marty Lyons presents the proposed 2015 budget to City Council on Monday night. The budget, which totals more than $260 million, will be discussed further on Saturday at a public hearing.

Evanston officials present proposed budget at City Council

October 21, 2014

City officials presented Monday the 2015 budget to aldermen, outlining the revenues and expenses that make up the more than $260 million proposed for the upcoming year. The budget, which is 2.2 percent...

Local governments approve Evanston to supply Des Plaines with water

October 6, 2014

Four village boards voted Monday night to approve an agreement for Evanston to supply Des Plaines with up to 5 million gallons of potable water a day starting in 2015. The Illinois village boards of...

Old pipes costing Evanston $60K above projections

February 10, 2014

Evanston is shelling out an additional $60,000 to cover repairs for water main and sewer construction downtown. According to city documents, a third of Evanston's water mains are more than 100 years...

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