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Neighbors group files lawsuit, alleging ‘backroom deal’ in city‘s approval of Ryan Field rezoning

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News Release Residents of Evanston and Wilmette join the Most Livable City Association in lawsuit against the City of Evanston’s…

✨A proud moment for the Stewart family & Beloit! ✨

On Dec. 1, Schonella Stewart, twin sister of Chief Schenita Stewart, was sworn in as Beloit’s new Chief of Police after a distinguished career in Oak Park.
In an emotional ceremony, Chief Schenita and their mother, Marion… pic.twitter.com/wNp6SbsTwh
— Evanston, IL Police (@EvanstonPD) December 2, 2025

Evanston to get $388k in PCBs settlement: Evanston Now

City to get nearly $388K from PCB settlement https://t.co/ZGNAIll4dG pic.twitter.com/rifUDPcQhb
— Evanston Now (@EvanstonNow) December 3, 2025

City’s two Foster Schools take different paths: Mary Gavin

Here in Evanston: Two Foster Schools https://t.co/yXrwQpeyT1
— evanstonscribe (@evanstonscribe) December 1, 2025

Pat Fitzgerald at Michigan State: ESPN

Breaking: Pat Fitzgerald has signed a deal to be the next coach at Michigan State, sources told @petethamel.

He’ll be introduced Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/oXd9Gwdm2v
— ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) December 1, 2025

School closing turnout

Speaker after speaker stood before the Evanston-Skokie District 65 school board Monday night, as parents and guardians argued against the closure of multiple schools.https://t.co/5rxir6VvsY
— WGN Morning News (@WGNMorningNews) November 18, 2025

Biss statement on Northwestern settlement

My statement on Northwestern's settlement with the Trump Administration. pic.twitter.com/otnJPvwvbg
— Daniel Biss (@DanielBiss) December 1, 2025

A Big Thank You to EPD

A huge thank you to EPD and our incredible community for supporting The C&W Market Foundation this holiday season! 💛

Thanks to your generosity, families in need will enjoy holiday meals. Community members dropped off donations at EPD, and with the help of dedicated EPD staff,… pic.twitter.com/HhJfrOUlvO
— Evanston, IL Police (@EvanstonPD) November 19, 2025

Here in Evanston: A promising rose garden

Here in Evanston: A promising rose garden https://t.co/F2ZX7O4a8a
— evanstonscribe (@evanstonscribe) November 17, 2025

Evanston to share in Monsanto PCBs settlement: Chicago Sun-Times

Monsanto, once the largest makers of a now-banned class of chemicals, agreed to pay the state $120 million and potentially more, under a settlement announced by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul on Monday. https://t.co/FwtMHMRS0G
— Chicago Sun-Times (@Suntimes) December 2, 2025

City releases 2026 budget

The City has released its FY2026 Proposed Budget, which includes $341,636,161 in revenues and $342,083,097 in expenses (excluding operating transfers). Explore the Proposed Budget, supplemental materials, and meeting schedule: https://t.co/Zwl5HiJCZt. pic.twitter.com/XNVxiQ24F0
— City of Evanston (@CityofEvanston) October 6, 2025

Evanston is expected to share in state’s $120 million settlement with Monsanto over PCBs

Library HR hire may have to wait for agreements on lease and intergovermental issues first

Walk-Out honors retiring Deputy Fire Chief Bill Muno

Union, EPL clash over working conditions, possible library-city separation at heated meeting

Proposed joint meeting between City and Library off for now

Dempster-Dodge Starbucks shut down ‘indefinitely’ as workers seek fair work contract

New $6 million police contract for body cameras and Tasers moves to council without committee recommendation

Library employees take grievances over potential changes to council

City committee explores ways to activate downtown Evanston

Waste collection fees could see increase in 2026 budget

Ryan Field

Neighbors group files lawsuit, alleging ‘backroom deal’ in city‘s approval of Ryan Field rezoning