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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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City looks to redevelop land around Mayfair railroad, considers history of segregation

November 3, 2022

As Evanston aims to redevelop the Mayfair Cutoff, an abandoned railroad embankment running southwest through the city, experts and residents say the rail line has historically contributed to segregation. The...

Ald. Robin Rue Simmons (5th). Rue Simmons told residents there would no longer be a new development at Emerson Street and Jackson Street.

Developer scraps plan for Emerson and Jackson projects after residents raise concerns

April 11, 2019

After hearing resident concerns, Domanus Development will no longer be pursuing a residential development at Emerson Street and Jackson Street in the 5th Ward. Instead, the company will begin planning...

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