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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


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Three public Illinois universities strike over contract negotiations, reflects increased labor activity in state

April 16, 2023

Members of the Eastern Illinois University union came to a tentative agreement with the university administrators Thursday, while unions at Chicago State University and Governors State University remain...

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New year, new laws: Nine laws affecting Evanston residents in 2023

January 5, 2023

Content warning: This article contains mentions of violence and miscarriages. More than 180 new laws went into effect in Illinois on Jan. 1. Here are nine of the most impactful laws for Evanston residents...

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Evanston union workers celebrate success of Illinois ‘Workers Rights Amendment’

November 21, 2022

Evanston union workers are celebrating as Illinois voters passed an amendment to the state constitution that would protect the right to collective bargaining, which allows workers to negotiate with their...

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‘Workers Rights Amendment,’ still too close to call

November 9, 2022

An Illinois amendment that may enshrine collective bargaining rights in the state constitution on Tuesday is still too close to call.  The legislation, dubbed the ‘Workers Rights Amendment’ among...

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The Daily Explains: What to expect on your ballot this November

October 12, 2022

With the 2022 general election quickly approaching, Evanston voters will soon choose their preferred candidate in the U.S. Congress and the state legislature. Although there is no aldermanic or Evanston...

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