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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

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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Presbyterian Living is planning on investing millions in a major upgrade of its northwest Evanston campus.
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Presbyterian Living to seek community input for renewal plan to its northwest Evanston campus

Bob4 weeks ago4 weeks ago05 mins

Non-profit group  plans to spend millions upgrading its campus EVANSTON, ILL (October 9, 2026) – Presbyterian Living, a mission-based, non-profit senior…

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PEER Services will hold its annual fundraising walk and community celebration in support of the agenc’s substance abuse prevention efforts.
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Walk, Connect, Make a Difference: Step Up for Recovery Returns October 4

Bob1 month ago03 mins

Annual community event supports substance use prevention, affordable treatment, and recovery EVANSTON, IL — September 25, 2026 — On October…

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District 65 to consider a mutual separation agreement with superintendent

Bob5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Evanston  Elementary School District 65 Board President Nichole Pinkard,  and Board Vice President Chris Van Nostrand have just released this…

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Congressperson Jan Schakowsky
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Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky Endorses Daniel Biss in Race for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District

Bob10 months ago10 months ago04 mins

Press Release: EVANSTON, IL – Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) announced her endorsement of Daniel Biss in the Democratic primary…

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The city’s Fourth of July Association has a full plate of activities to celebrate the Fourth of July on Friday.
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Full day of activities on tap for 4th

Bob1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

The Evanston Fourth of July Association, in cooperation with the City of Evanston, invites the community to enjoy a full…

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Aetna Better Health of Illinois establishes growing partnership with Evanston’s Connections for the Homeless 

Bob3 years ago3 years ago02 mins

  DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Nov. 16, 2023 —Aetna Better Health of Illinois, a CVS Health  company, announced a collaboration with…

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Most Livable City Association: 10 questions about Northwestern’s deal with the City of Evanston

Bob3 years ago3 years ago03 mins

 The Most Livable City Association (MLCA), a non-profit focused on quality of life for all communities in and around Evanston…

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How will city phase out natural gas?

Bob3 years ago01 mins

Join Mayor Biss, City staff, and community leaders for a discussion about potential legislation requiring new construction to be fully…

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Andy Vick
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Downtown Evanston has a new Executive Director

Bob3 years ago3 years ago22 mins

Evanston, IL – The Executive Board of the Downtown Evanston SSA is pleased to welcome Andy Vick as our new…

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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