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Climate survey at D65, but not the ‘climate’ you might expect

4 hours 41 min ago

This survey is about the learning climate, not the weather.

Prosecutors warn of tainted jury in Broadview Six case

4 hours 44 min ago

Trial set to start on May 26.

Pix of the day: Demo underway

10 hours 38 min ago

More than eight years after a new housing development was first proposed for the site.

‘Unity within diversity’

15 hours 28 min ago

Packed house hears Foster School principal outline goals for new District 65 school.

Climate panel looks to find its ‘champions’

15 hours 30 min ago

CARP task force member fears it has “lost connections” with many local groups.

Andrew, Biss go on offense in lively forum

16 hours 29 min ago

Fine challenged about support from Trump backers during Central Street Neighbors Association forum for congressional candidates.

Fine on Super PAC: “I would love to know who’s funding it”

16 hours 45 min ago

Opponent calls dark money Super PAC a “credibility issue.”

Who’s behind the new Super PAC ads on TV?

Wed, 02/04/2026 - 16:17

Pro-Laura Fine ads hit airwaves Wednesday morning, funded by undisclosed group.

Stars to residents: Show your support

Wed, 02/04/2026 - 11:30

The women’s soccer team is seeking permission to play at Ryan Field starting in 2027.

Hundreds knit hats as ICE protest

Wed, 02/04/2026 - 09:58

Evanston knitters and crocheters gather to show support for immigrants.

Residents: Stop cars from parking in bike lanes

Wed, 02/04/2026 - 05:32

Concerns also raised about how long it takes to complete bike lane projects.

‘My own government attempted to execute me’

Wed, 02/04/2026 - 05:15
Marimar Martinez, Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol, speaks out.

New Fine poll shows her tied with Biss

Tue, 02/03/2026 - 14:29

With 23% of voters still undecided.

New Ryan field to open mid-season

Tue, 02/03/2026 - 13:25

First two games of 2026 season will be at Lakefront. Kickoff for Ryan is now set for Oct. 2.

Panhandling ordinance repeal advances

Tue, 02/03/2026 - 05:43

Staff says current ordinance has “constitutional infirmities,” claims “other options” can deal with aggressive panhandling.

Supermajority vote for acting mayor to stay, for now

Tue, 02/03/2026 - 05:29

Iles motion to reconsider fails when Burns shifts from earlier stance.

Long-range plan top priority for new board member

Tue, 02/03/2026 - 04:58

Chris Van Nostrand talks with Evanston Now about his goals for District 65.

Van Nostrand named to D65 board

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 17:34

Appointed by regional superintendent to fill Salem vacancy.

Skokie considers vacation rental limits, too

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 16:52

Village would allow more vacation rentals, but charge higher fees than proposed in Evanston.

Transit ridership keeps increasing

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 13:50

But still a long way to go to return to pre-COVID levels.

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