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In Evanston, man suffers non-life-threatening injuries following gunshots

April 27, 2026 at 4:08 p.m.

Police responded to shots fired in Evanston, where a man suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

The Wilmette Theatre will host the first Illinois Film Festival in August 2026. It celebrated a grand reopening Nov. 5, 2021, with renovated spaces for live music, comedy performances, movies and more. (Gina Grillo/for Pioneer Press)

First annual Illinois Film Festival set for Wilmette in August

April 22, 2026 at 9:50 a.m.

Budding filmmakers and students alike will have a chance to showcase their creative talent and passion for the craft at the first annual Illinois Film Festival this Aug. 8, 2026....

No Longer Human, a specialty tea shop located on 1810 Central Street in Evanston, opened to the public on March 7, 2026. The tea shop aims to combine traditional Asian design influences with modern American architecture, serving a variety of classic Japanese teas. (Yaoyu Tong/No Longer Human)

Evanston tea shop No Longer Human tries to set stage for serenity

April 22, 2026 at 8:43 a.m.

No Longer Human opened March 7 on Central Street. The tea shop aims to combine authentic Asian design with American flair.

Woman's Club of Evanston members celebrate during a previous Evanston July 4th celebration. (Gina Grillo/for Pioneer Press)

Retiring U.S. Rep Jan Schakowsky will lead Evanston’s annual July 4th parade

April 22, 2026 at 8:08 a.m.

U.S. Rep Jan Schakowsky, who is retiring, to lead Evanston's 2026 4th of July parade in Evanston.

A picture of trees at Lorel Park in Skokie. Provided by the Village of Skokie.

Skokie police investigating two antisemitic incidents involving youth at public parks

April 20, 2026 at 5:18 p.m.

The Skokie Police Department is investigating two incidents of youth antisemitism that occurred at public parks over the weekend.

Parents of students who attend Evanston/Skokie School District 65 schools rally outside of Joseph E. Hill Early Childhood Center on Oct. 27, 2025 before a Board of Education meeting. (Richard Requena/Pioneer Press)

Evanston parents rally to retain Willard Elementary assistant principal following cuts

April 20, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.

When Anna Vogelzang learned the assistant principal position at her child’s Evanston-Skokie District 65 elementary school was being eliminated, it wasn’t through an official school announcement, but a Reddit post....

Glenview Park District's Historic Wagner Farm has prompted pushback over social media following their announcement of the sale of two beloved horses, Bill and Bob. The horses were later purchased by Glory Bound Rescue Ranch, a non-profit dedicated to rescuing abused and neglected animals who are at risk of being euthanized. (Glenview Park District, Historic Wagner Farm)

Glenview’s Wagner Farm sparks controversy after auctioning beloved horses; could have been ‘sold for meat,’ rescue says

April 18, 2026 at 10:23 a.m.

Glenview's Historic Wagner Farm has received backlash after placing two old horses at public auction; could have been slaughtered, rescue agency says.

Ald. Bobby Burns, 5th, sits beside Ald. Thomas Suffredin, 6th, while council members debate a new circuit breaker program to relieve the burden of high property taxes for longtime homeowners in Evanston. The proposal ultimately failed in a 4-5 vote, with Council members citing concerns around program cost and using Affordable Housing Funds when other housing assistance programs are currently in the works, April 13, 2026. (Claire Murphy/Pioneer Press)

After debate, Evanston City Council rejects property tax relief program

April 26, 2026 at 4:29 p.m.

Speaking as the final in-person public comment at Evanston City Council’s April 13 meeting, Meleika Gardner gave one last plea for council members to advance what she described as a...

From left: Evanston City Manager Luke Stowe, Mayor Daniel Biss and City Clerk Stephanie Mendoza listen as residents voice their support and opposition for a variety of new housing initiatives up for a vote at City Council, April 13, 2026. (Claire Murphy/Pioneer Press)

Evanston adopts fines up to $1,000 per day for landlords who violate city code

April 17, 2026 at 2:41 p.m.

In a 6-3 vote, Evanston council approves new fines for landlords who violate city code and retaliate against tenants who speak out.

Loyola coach John Holecek communicates with players during a practice in Wilmette on Aug. 11, 2022.

Veteran coach John Holecek returns to lead football program at Wilmette’s Loyola Academy

April 16, 2026 at 2:38 p.m.

Three years proved to be too much time away for Loyola Academy’s former head football coach John Holecek, who will return to lead the Ramblers next season.

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