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Staff’s rankings for capital projects catch city finance committee’s attention

2 days ago2 days ago

Last ARPA funds for economic development may be spent on Church Street bridge lighting, other projects

2 days ago2 days ago

Logan, Smith bring the field to six for Evanston’s special mayoral election in 2027

7 days ago7 days ago

Evanston Dog Beach users rally at city hall against Dec. 1 beach closing

1 week ago1 week ago

Tax and service fee hikes get attention in early budget feedback

1 week ago

Rainey is officially in the race for Evanston mayor

2 weeks ago1 week ago

Officials search for how to address vacant NU properties

3 weeks ago

Staffing in question as City Manger’s budget moves to council for first look

3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Presbyterian Living to seek community input for renewal plan to its northwest Evanston campus

4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

City’s ’Space to Place’ kicks off, giving entrepreneurs a chance to show off their business

4 weeks ago4 weeks ago
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Downed trees, such as this one on the 1300 block of Asbury Ave use are expected to keep crews busy beyond the weekend.
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City calls for service hit 1,900 mark after storm

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City priorities following Tuesday’s severe storms included clearing/opening roads and sidewalks, opening storm drains, and controlling intersections, officials said in…

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Applications now open for Sustain Evanston program

Bob8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

The application period for this year’s Sustain Evanston Grant Program is now open. The goal of this funding program is to help local…

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Grey Park
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Community members invited to vote on new dog park

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The Evanston Parks and Recreation Department, together with Fourth Ward Councilmember Jonathan Nieuwsma, invites community members to vote the new off-leash dog…

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Crews train for large-scale emergencies

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Honor Juneteenth with a Parade & Celebration

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Working in parallel with Evanston Present and Future, the City of Evanston will honor Juneteenth with the annual Juneteenth Parade…

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Evanston Fire Department addresses rising concerns in E-Bike safety

Bob3 years ago3 years ago03 mins

The City of Evanston authorities are increasingly concerned about a surge in structure fires linked to e-bikes stored and charged…

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City to Contract Repairs at Arrington Lakefront Lagoon in July

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Over the next two months the City will be contracting repairs at the Arrington Lakefront Lagoon located along the lakefront…

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Nadim Abi-Antoun, chief operating officer of Presbyterian Homes.
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Fair Workweek ordinance moves to Council, excluding childcare and long term care institutions

Bob4 years ago4 years ago05 mins

  By Bob Seidenberg The City Council’s Human Services Committee on Monday, May 1, recommended that Evanston establish a Fair…

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Gift from first responders group could truly be life saving

Bob4 years ago4 years ago02 mins

Evanston Fire Department release: The Evanston Fire Department has received a generous donation from the Evanston First Responders Foundation (EFRF),…

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Sarah Flax
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Flax named City of Evanston’s community development director

Bob4 years ago4 years ago02 mins

City of Evanston press release: After an external application process and several rounds of interviews, City Manager Luke Stowe announced…

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The new Ryan Field at Northwestern University will make its collegiate football debut Friday in front of a national TV audience.

More details: https://t.co/CLqQmua5e4 pic.twitter.com/nrl8VCkGwD

— WGN Morning News (@WGNMorningNews) September 28, 2026

This free, family-friendly event offers a behind-the-scenes look at fire and emergency services while providing fun, education, and engagement for all ages. pic.twitter.com/OBoXrGy3JJ

— Evanston Fire (@EvanstonFD) September 29, 2026

Here in Evanston: More thoughts on waste transfer station https://t.co/4OlhlIDdKP pic.twitter.com/17pBzP23z5

— evanstonscribe (@evanstonscribe) September 22, 2026

Here in Evanston: Building change https://t.co/7vlyb4hZim

— evanstonscribe (@evanstonscribe) September 1, 2026

Here in Evanston: Storm warning or sunny promise? https://t.co/FDm4IriG4U

— evanstonscribe (@evanstonscribe) August 18, 2026

Evanston official calls for millions in fines over Northwestern’s vacant houses https://t.co/3eP4js7MPc

— Crain's Chicago Business (@CrainsChicago) September 28, 2026

Here in Evanston: As new Foster School gets ready to open, a mosaic, memories and a message https://t.co/KLRjWAvm2m

— evanstonscribe (@evanstonscribe) August 4, 2026

AMC Evanston 12 will temporarily close from Monday until early 2027 for renovations. Plans include downsizing by five screens and installing “spacious reclining seating,” according to a Tuesday news release from the company.
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Reported by @jdowb2005 https://t.co/YGHWpCYgTE

— The Daily Northwestern (@thedailynu) July 15, 2026

Here in Evanston: District 65 needs a good finance and education plan. Here’s one https://t.co/WKxQulcHvO

— Evanston RoundTable (@EvRoundTable) June 8, 2026
New Northwestern president:

Mung Chiang has been named the 18th president of Northwestern University.

Chiang is a renowned researcher, educator, national science advisor and higher education leader. He is currently president of Purdue.

His appointment will begin on July 1. https://t.co/Ec6pBAlNYr pic.twitter.com/oKShYNETCd

— Northwestern (@NorthwesternU) May 18, 2026