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Welch: Bears funding pitch ‘insensitive’
House speaker says legislature needs to focus on bringing down the cost of living.
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January 7, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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Spring start seen for housing project
Long-delayed development at 1811-15 Church St. would provide 33 affordable housing units.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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County tax mess cost D65 more than $1 million
And cost may grow if county doesn't resolve tax payment snafu.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:28 PM
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Schakowsky will endorse Biss as successor
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 10:25 PM
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Major data breach at human services unit
IDHS admits protected health information was stored on publicly accessible website for years.
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January 6, 2026 at 8:19 PM
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Jazz club, cocktail bar planned downtown
Owner plans an "intimate, seductive, immersive experience" for Sherman Avenue space.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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Election 2026: Dates to watch for
Early voting begins in Chicago in one month, but in two months in Evanston.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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D65: Best choice for Willard TWI kids is Foster
But there is an option for current Willard TWI students to stay there, although TWI will be gone.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:55 AM
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Northwestern enrolls largest class in years
But the number of incoming international undergraduate students declined.
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January 6, 2026 at 1:29 AM
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New lakefront dining spot on NU campus
Luna's Pub and Grill hopes to serve students and Evanston residents.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Graduated income tax still a political longshot
Despite mounting pressure on state budget.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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A look to Evanston’s housing future
City may be poised for a surge in construction.
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January 5, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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Crave Cookies opens on Church Street
Owners see ready market for sweet treats in college town.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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House candidates call to impeach Trump after Venezuela strike
Incumbent, Jan Schakowsky, refrains from impeachment call, but says Americans "don't want another war for oil."
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January 4, 2026 at 4:21 AM
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Church-based market offers convenience, variety
Proceeds from farmers market sponsored by Immanuel Lutheran Church go to charity.
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January 3, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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Another major coaching hire for NU football
Jerry Neuheisel coming here from UCLA as QB coach.
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January 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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New business opening downtown
Learning center filling vacant spot on Sherman Avenue.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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Hazmat response in 1400 block of Chicago
Traffic blocked by fire units for over an hour.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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Time to think of summer camp
City's summer camp guide comes out Monday.
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January 2, 2026 at 3:36 PM
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Where housing projects stand at the start of a new year
Hundreds of new apartments expected to be delivered starting in 2027.
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January 1, 2026 at 11:14 AM
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Martinelli ties single-game scoring high as NU wins big
'Cats top Howard at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Midterm year is upon us
Plus, the most recognized candidate on social media is leaving one of the biggest platforms in protest.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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ETHS gets another property tax payment from county
Will not have to borrow millions to pay the bills.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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‘From surviving to thriving’
Evanston study boosted water safety skills for Black youngsters. Could become statewide model.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Bruce Leon suspending campaign
Decision appears tied to AIPAC’s effort to force him out.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:42 AM