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

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

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

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Packed audience at NU for play on Oct. 7 evacuated after sirens go off

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Walk, Connect, Make a Difference: Step Up for Recovery Returns October 4

2 weeks ago

Committee backs a half-price deal on the cost of outdoor dining permits

3 weeks ago

Resident leads fight to prevent Chase Bank from demolishing Central Street building

3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Library board gets down to business, refills committees, advances 2027 budget

3 weeks ago

Owner of popular dog care business feels spurned by city’s ‘dismissive’ attitude to her funding request

4 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Early retirement, voluntary separation likely off the table, but plenty of taxes and fees are not for city’s 2027 budget

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City manager finalists field questions at virtual town meeting

Bob4 years ago06 mins

By Bob Seidenberg Snapper Poche took his listeners on a verbal ride through his government career, from his stint as…

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Council member sees social bias in rejection of hookah lounges

Bob4 years ago4 years ago08 mins

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

Bob4 years ago4 years ago07 mins

By Bob Seidenberg Two city-owned properties at 1805 Church St. and 1708-10 Darrow Ave. lie within the West Evanston tax-increment…

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Lobbyist position has delivered for Evanston in the past

Bob5 years ago5 years ago011 mins

By Bob Seidenberg Evanston has employed a lobbyist representing the city’s legislative interests off and on for more than four…

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City skate park rolls forward to final design

Bob5 years ago04 mins

By Bob Seidenberg Starting from scratch nearly a year ago, a city team is now moving closer to a final…

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Police launch investigation after recording device found in Whole Foods bathroom

Bob5 years ago02 mins

By Bob Seidenberg Police are investigating whether there are any additional victims after a recording device was discovered last week…

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Council approves resolution designating street in honor of William “Bill” Logan Jr., for his many contributions to the city

Bob5 years ago03 mins

By Bob Seidenberg Family and friends broke into applause after Evanston City Council members officially approved a resolution March 28…

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Staffing proposal would cut the service time officers from other departments need to join the Evanston force

Bob5 years ago03 mins

By Bob Seidenberg With the department at its lowest headcount in recent history, city officials are consider lowering the service…

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Police use foot patrols, promote ‘positive visibility,’ dealing with aggressive panhandling concerns

Bob5 years ago24 mins

By Bob Seidenberg As the city comes out of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Evanston Police Department says it expects to…

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Neighborhood team ready to go on Northwestern’s Ryan Field stadium project

Bob5 years ago05 mins

Residents living around Northwestern University’s Ryan Field now have a team in place to share their questions and concerns with…

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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