Adrian Martinez-De La Cruz
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Update: Skokie Village Board members voted to adopt the ordinance 5-1
The Skokie Village Board will vote later tonight on new regulations for vacation rentals, as Evanston will consider its own limits on short-term rentals later this month.
A breakdown on how both plans compare here (gift article):
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A breakdown on how both plans compare here (gift article):
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Skokie considers vacation rental limits, too - Evanston Now
Village would allow more vacation rentals, but charge higher fees than proposed in Evanston.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:34 AM
Update: Skokie Village Board members voted to adopt the ordinance 5-1
The Skokie Village Board will vote later tonight on new regulations for vacation rentals, as Evanston will consider its own limits on short-term rentals later this month.
A breakdown on how both plans compare here (gift article):
evanstonnow.com/skokie-consi...
A breakdown on how both plans compare here (gift article):
evanstonnow.com/skokie-consi...
Skokie considers vacation rental limits, too - Evanston Now
Village would allow more vacation rentals, but charge higher fees than proposed in Evanston.
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February 2, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The Skokie Village Board will vote later tonight on new regulations for vacation rentals, as Evanston will consider its own limits on short-term rentals later this month.
A breakdown on how both plans compare here (gift article):
evanstonnow.com/skokie-consi...
A breakdown on how both plans compare here (gift article):
evanstonnow.com/skokie-consi...
A community engagement process to help determine what to do with vacant city-owned land at Emerson & Jackson should begin “no later than April, most likely March”, according to Evanston Ald. Bobby Burns.
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Spring start seen for Emerson-Jackson planning - Evanston Now
Seven properties have been vacant since they were bought by the city in 2022.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:36 PM
A community engagement process to help determine what to do with vacant city-owned land at Emerson & Jackson should begin “no later than April, most likely March”, according to Evanston Ald. Bobby Burns.
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The Housing and Community Development Committee will consider a proposal tonight that seeks to pilot a program that would provide up to $5k in property tax relief for long-time Evanston homeowners, those who've owned their house for 15 straight years or more. (1/3)
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HCDC to consider tax break for long term homeowners - Evanston Now
Kelly proposes shifting $500K from affordable housing fund to pay for it.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:47 PM
The Housing and Community Development Committee will consider a proposal tonight that seeks to pilot a program that would provide up to $5k in property tax relief for long-time Evanston homeowners, those who've owned their house for 15 straight years or more. (1/3)
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If you operate an Airbnb in Evanston, I'd like to hear your thoughts on the proposed rules. Contact me at 224-307-6253 or adrian@evanstonnow.com.
The Evanston City Council voted Monday to move forward with an ordinance that would put new limits on vacation rentals. If approved, it would cap short-term rentals to 144 units (based on a ratio of 1 short-term rental for every 100 long-term units). Final passage could happen later this month.
January 13, 2026 at 9:17 PM
If you operate an Airbnb in Evanston, I'd like to hear your thoughts on the proposed rules. Contact me at 224-307-6253 or adrian@evanstonnow.com.
The Evanston City Council voted Monday to move forward with an ordinance that would put new limits on vacation rentals. If approved, it would cap short-term rentals to 144 units (based on a ratio of 1 short-term rental for every 100 long-term units). Final passage could happen later this month.
January 13, 2026 at 8:49 PM
The Evanston City Council voted Monday to move forward with an ordinance that would put new limits on vacation rentals. If approved, it would cap short-term rentals to 144 units (based on a ratio of 1 short-term rental for every 100 long-term units). Final passage could happen later this month.
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JUST IN: President Trump said his administration is moving to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes in a bid to reduce home prices reut.rs/4ps3cmC
US will ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes, Trump says
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration is moving to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes in a bid to reduce home prices.
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January 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
JUST IN: President Trump said his administration is moving to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes in a bid to reduce home prices reut.rs/4ps3cmC
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🚨 SCOOP – Rep. Jan Schakowsky is planning to endorse Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss as her successor in #IL09, sources tell me. The announcement is expected this week, possibly as soon as Wednesday
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Schakowsky will endorse Biss as successor - Evanston Now
Evanston's longtime congresswoman is backing the city's mayor in a crowded field to replace her.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:31 PM
🚨 SCOOP – Rep. Jan Schakowsky is planning to endorse Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss as her successor in #IL09, sources tell me. The announcement is expected this week, possibly as soon as Wednesday
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In non-political Evanston news, a new late-night jazz club/cocktail bar is planned for downtown Evanston
I spoke with the owner who hopes to open Local Note Jazz Club by mid-year
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I spoke with the owner who hopes to open Local Note Jazz Club by mid-year
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Jazz club, cocktail bar planned downtown - Evanston Now
Owner plans an "intimate, seductive, immersive experience" for Sherman Avenue space.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:11 PM
In non-political Evanston news, a new late-night jazz club/cocktail bar is planned for downtown Evanston
I spoke with the owner who hopes to open Local Note Jazz Club by mid-year
evanstonnow.com/jazz-club-co...
I spoke with the owner who hopes to open Local Note Jazz Club by mid-year
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As Northwestern began its winter quarter on Monday, students and staff were welcomed with the opening of a new gastropub-inspired restaurant that’ll serve Evanston residents as well.
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New lakefront dining spot on NU campus - Evanston Now
Luna's Pub and Grill hopes to serve students and Evanston residents.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:04 PM
As Northwestern began its winter quarter on Monday, students and staff were welcomed with the opening of a new gastropub-inspired restaurant that’ll serve Evanston residents as well.
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Exclusive: AIPAC getting very involved in #IL09, viewing the race as one of the most important races nationwide and the potential lead domino for the Democrats' 2026 midterms
But to win, AIPAC is first trying to get Bruce Leon to drop out
But to win, AIPAC is first trying to get Bruce Leon to drop out
AIPAC pushes Leon to quit House race - Evanston Now
Lobbying group's leaders held meeting last week with community leaders as ballot deadline looms.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Exclusive: AIPAC getting very involved in #IL09, viewing the race as one of the most important races nationwide and the potential lead domino for the Democrats' 2026 midterms
But to win, AIPAC is first trying to get Bruce Leon to drop out
But to win, AIPAC is first trying to get Bruce Leon to drop out
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NEW: Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, who is running for Congress, confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino today:
December 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
NEW: Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, who is running for Congress, confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino today:
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ICE/border patrol is back in Evanston this morning, per Mayor Daniel Biss
CBP Chief Gregory Bovino was spotted yesterday in Cicero, per @blockclubchi.bsky.social and other reports
CBP Chief Gregory Bovino was spotted yesterday in Cicero, per @blockclubchi.bsky.social and other reports
🚨 Alert: ICE/CBP have been spotted this morning in Evanston, Rogers Park, and surrounding areas. We have no confirmed reports of abductions at this time. Please be alert, be safe, and call 855-435-7693 to report ICE activity or request assistance.
December 17, 2025 at 5:33 PM
ICE/border patrol is back in Evanston this morning, per Mayor Daniel Biss
CBP Chief Gregory Bovino was spotted yesterday in Cicero, per @blockclubchi.bsky.social and other reports
CBP Chief Gregory Bovino was spotted yesterday in Cicero, per @blockclubchi.bsky.social and other reports
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Evanston home prices grew nearly 4% within the last 12 months, compared to the previous year, according to data released this week by Zillow.
However, other neighboring towns (Skokie, Wilmette, Highland Park) are seeing faster growth in home values.
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However, other neighboring towns (Skokie, Wilmette, Highland Park) are seeing faster growth in home values.
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Evanston home values up 3.7% - Evanston Now
Rents rising faster than home prices here, Zillow says.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Evanston home prices grew nearly 4% within the last 12 months, compared to the previous year, according to data released this week by Zillow.
However, other neighboring towns (Skokie, Wilmette, Highland Park) are seeing faster growth in home values.
evanstonnow.com/evanston-hom...
However, other neighboring towns (Skokie, Wilmette, Highland Park) are seeing faster growth in home values.
evanstonnow.com/evanston-hom...
As I enter my third week in this role, just wanted to share I’ve been reporting for Evanston Now, learning more about housing issues and Northwestern University.
Got tips, comments, questions or concerns? DM me, email me at Adrian@EvanstonNow.com or call/text me at (224) 307-6253.
Got tips, comments, questions or concerns? DM me, email me at Adrian@EvanstonNow.com or call/text me at (224) 307-6253.
December 16, 2025 at 1:20 AM
As I enter my third week in this role, just wanted to share I’ve been reporting for Evanston Now, learning more about housing issues and Northwestern University.
Got tips, comments, questions or concerns? DM me, email me at Adrian@EvanstonNow.com or call/text me at (224) 307-6253.
Got tips, comments, questions or concerns? DM me, email me at Adrian@EvanstonNow.com or call/text me at (224) 307-6253.