Council member sees social bias in rejection of hookah lounges
By Bob Seidenberg Alcohol is not prohibited in Evanston and indeed the substance is “flowing through many livers,” in the…
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City kicks around soccer pitches idea for empty lots
By Bob Seidenberg Two city-owned properties at 1805 Church St. and 1708-10 Darrow Ave. lie within the West Evanston tax-increment…
Lobbyist position has delivered for Evanston in the past
By Bob Seidenberg Evanston has employed a lobbyist representing the city’s legislative interests off and on for more than four…
City skate park rolls forward to final design
By Bob Seidenberg Starting from scratch nearly a year ago, a city team is now moving closer to a final…
Police launch investigation after recording device found in Whole Foods bathroom
By Bob Seidenberg Police are investigating whether there are any additional victims after a recording device was discovered last week…
Council approves resolution designating street in honor of William “Bill” Logan Jr., for his many contributions to the city
By Bob Seidenberg Family and friends broke into applause after Evanston City Council members officially approved a resolution March 28…
Staffing proposal would cut the service time officers from other departments need to join the Evanston force
By Bob Seidenberg With the department at its lowest headcount in recent history, city officials are consider lowering the service…
Police use foot patrols, promote ‘positive visibility,’ dealing with aggressive panhandling concerns
By Bob Seidenberg As the city comes out of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Evanston Police Department says it expects to…
Neighborhood team ready to go on Northwestern’s Ryan Field stadium project
Residents living around Northwestern University’s Ryan Field now have a team in place to share their questions and concerns with…
City’s updated ARPA plan outlines the road to recovery
By Bob Seidenberg rseiden914@gmail.com Evanston City Council members now have a comprehensive plan to guide their decision-making on requests for…