Remaining federal stimulus funds targeted for local businesses
By Bob Seidenberg Evanston Economic Development Committee members are making full use of the city’s remaining federal COVID stimulus funds,…
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NU MOU proposal blank on guaranteed benefits to the city
By Bob Seidenberg Northwestern University’s proposed draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the city for the university’s $800 million stadium…
Evanston Chabad rabbi says released hostage Judith Raanan had hope going for her in her release
By Bob Seidenberg Evanston’s Tannenbaum Chabad Rabbi Dov Hillel KIein recalled saying two weeks ago if any of the hostages…
Mayor Daniel Biss issues statement on the ‘ongoing tragedy’ following attack against Israel
By Bob Seidenberg rseiden914@gmail.com Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss issued a statement today regarding what he termed the “ongoing tragedy” in…
Evanston Public Library names Yolande Wilbern as its new executive director
Evanston Public Library names Yolande Wilbern as its new executive director The Evanston Public Library Board of Trustees announced today…
Evanston to keep relying on renewable energy elsewhere to meet climate goals here
By Bob Seidenberg rseiden914@gmail.com Evanston has made good use of renewable energy certificates in the past, purchasing them to buy…
Budget officials warn city’s costs are set to surge $20 million in 2024
By Bob Seidenberg The Evanston City Council awarded employee groups with substantial pay increases this year, taking into account the…
Council suspends term limit to reappoint member of NU-City Committee Biss says in the future the city should follow the rule
By Bob Seidenberg Rule 5.2 of the Rules and Organization of the City Council states that a board or commission…
How will city phase out natural gas?
Join Mayor Biss, City staff, and community leaders for a discussion about potential legislation requiring new construction to be fully…
Evanston’s first ordinance protecting trees on private property moves to a vote
By Bob Seidenberg Residents would be required to obtain special permits before removing designated trees from their property under an…