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Evanston ex-employee files lawsuit following termination that he says was related to the Israel-Palestine dispute

January 19, 2024 at 4:08 p.m.

A former official with the City of Evanston has filed suit claiming his termination was due to his political stance regarding the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict and the city's role in...

Evanston City Council stalls vote on minimum wage increase

January 16, 2024 at 6:35 p.m.

Evanston City Council, on Jan. 8, voted 4-3 to table Councilmember Devon Reid's proposed minimum wage increase to its March meeting. Despite tabling the proposal, City Council made adjustments on...

Evanston’s Israel, Palestine cease-fire resolution sparks ethics complaint

January 16, 2024 at 6:19 p.m.

Evanston's cease-fire resolution addressing the Israel-Palestine conflict has deeply engaged the city's politically-active residents. Around 60 individuals participated in public comment at the Jan. 8 City Council meeting, many sharing...

Evanston reflects on 2023 sustainability goals and looks to 2024

January 9, 2024 at 12:39 p.m.

Evanston City Council at its Jan. 8 meeting received an update on how the city is meeting its Climate Action and Resilience Plan goals. City staff said steps are being...

Sebastian Nalls, a former candidate for Evanston mayor, will be taking over as president of local watchdog group, Community Alliance for Better Goverment.
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Gen Z activist to lead Evanston government watchdog group

January 9, 2024 at 11:19 a.m.

Sebastian Nalls moved to Evanston as a one year old. As he grew up, he walked the halls of Evanston Township High School, worked as a camp counselor for the...

Matthew Polenzani in Lyric Opera's "Idomeneo"
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New Trier alumnus sings with Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Metropolitan Opera

December 28, 2023 at 5:10 p.m.

New Trier Township High School graduate Matthew Polenzani has come a long way as a singer since his high school days ended in 1986. The Evanston-born, Wilmette-raised tenor joined the...

Evanston passes flavored tobacco ban amid racial equity concerns

December 12, 2023 at 11:55 a.m.

Evanston's City Council passed a ban on selling flavored tobacco products, including menthol, with a 6-3 vote last month despite concerns the ordinance would create unintentional consequences impacting the Black...

Evanston considers creating and hiking fees to fill budget gap

December 4, 2023 at 5:14 p.m.

Evanston officials are exploring ways to increase its revenue stream as they face a potential deficit in its upcoming 2024 budget. Councilmember Devon Reid proposed increasing parking fees, long-term care...

Evanston mayor Daniel Biss speaks after the City Council voted to permit Northwestern University to rebuild Ryan Field and to allow six concerts a year, Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. (E. Jason Wambsgans/baiduhai)

Evanston mayor defends his Ryan Field ‘yes’ vote after backlash

November 27, 2023 at 8:13 a.m.

Evanston City Council earlier this week paved the way for Northwestern University to proceed with plans of reconstructing Ryan Field and host concerts at the venue. Those opposed to the...

Downtown Evanston celebrating Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25

November 20, 2023 at 1:28 p.m.

It can be easy to miss out on Small Business Saturday deals with Thanksgiving and Black Friday getting all the buzz. However, there are several ways to support Evanston businesses...

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