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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

Anti-domestic violence program graduates first class of high school boys

January 5, 2015

A new anti-domestic violence program in Evanston finished its first session with 38 teenage boys graduating at the end of last month. The Allied Against Violence Project is a joint program run by YWCA...

Brigitte Giles, owner of Ebony Barber Shop, cuts the cake to celebrate the Central Evanston Business Association Open House. Giles, also the president of CEBA, said she believes the organization will help develop central Evanston.

Local organization provides voice for community, business owners in central Evanston

November 24, 2014

Central Evanston has a new organization to represent the interests of its local businesses. Store owners and community members gathered Monday at C&W Market and Ice Cream Parlor, 1901 Church St., for...

Michael Martinez, a co-founder of hip-hop group Don’t Only Just Observe, speaks about the importance of music in communities at a panel event hosted by Northwestern Community Development Corps. The panelists were all members of organizations that promote music, writing and art.

Panelists talk impact of music, art in strengthening community

November 20, 2014

Six panelists discussed art and music's integral role in community development Wednesday in an event hosted by Northwestern Community Development Corps. About 25 people attended the event in University...

Motivational speaker Calvin Mackie speaks to Evanston Township High School students at the Black Male Summit. The event Friday aimed to connect students with resources in the Evanston community and ensure their future success.

Evanston Township High School hosts first forum to support black males

September 28, 2014

Evanston Township High School held its first Black Male Summit on Friday, aimed at providing resources and support to black students, who make up more than 30 percent of the student body. The daylong...

YMCA gets $1 million for revamped youth center

September 25, 2014

McGaw YMCA received a $1 million gift to build a new youth center that will offer more out-of-school opportunities to students, the organization announced Monday. The YMCA, 1000 Grove St., will use...

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