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

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

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

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

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Tax and service fee hikes get attention in early budget feedback

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Rainey is officially in the race for Evanston mayor

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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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Police chief finalists scheduled to appear at Sept. 8 forum

Bob4 years ago02 mins

As part of the search for Evanston’s next chief of police, community members are invited to get to know the…

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Message from the Mayor: Reflecting over the past two weeks

Bob4 years ago4 years ago03 mins

I’m shaken by two terrible events that happened in Evanston in the last few weeks. On the evening of July 14, a…

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Longtime Community Development Director Johanna Nyden to leave city to head Skokie’s department

Bob4 years ago4 years ago02 mins

Community Development Director Johanna Nyden will resign from her position effective August 16 for a new opportunity with the Village of…

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Mayor reflects on tragedy in Highland Park

Bob4 years ago4 years ago05 mins

A message from Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss: Yesterday, a tragedy occurred in Highland Park. A gunman fired repeatedly into the…

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Evanston City Council Announces Intent to Appoint John Fournier as City Manager

Bob4 years ago02 mins

The Evanston City Council intends to appoint John Fournier as the next Evanston city manager. Contract negotiations are currently underway…

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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