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1. Evanston Police Investigate Suspicious Incidents Involving Juveniles At Community Center (patch.com) — Evanston police are investigating several troubling encounters between an adult man and juveniles at the Robert Crown Community Center, which led to his arrest on criminal trespass charges. Officers have stepped up patrols around the center and nearby schools, and residents are urged to contact Evanston Police or use the anonymous text tip line with any information.
2. 12 Evanston Students Named 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists (patch.com) — Twelve local students from Evanston schools, including Evanston Township High School and Beacon Academy, have been named 2027 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, putting them in an elite group of less than one percent of seniors nationwide. These students now move on to a detailed application process, with a chance to earn part of nearly $24 million in scholarships to be awarded next spring.
3. Evanston History Center talk explores Native American history (dailynorthwestern.com) — A recent talk at the Evanston History Center highlighted the deep Native American roots of Evanston and the wider Chicago area, emphasizing that Native communities are still present and active today. Speakers and attendees stressed how hard it is for average Evanston residents to find accessible education on this history, and urged more recognition of the Native tribes who lived here long before the city's founding.
4. Cutting through the info clutter about D65 (evanstonnow.com) — Evanston parents Kelly Farley and Lindsey White have launched Thrive65 to help neighbors understand District 65's looming $20 million budget cuts and push for financially sustainable, equitable schools. Ahead of detailed cut proposals in October, they're hosting a public meeting at Robert Crown to unpack the deficit, share data, and invite broader community involvement in reshaping the district's future.
5. Evanston home prices rise 8.5% (evanstonnow.com) — If you own or hope to buy in Evanston, home values are still climbing, with mid-range prices around $493,000 and Realtor data also showing steady gains. Local experts say demand remains strong despite higher mortgage rates, and suggest fall and winter may offer buyers less competition while sellers should start preparing now for a spring listing.
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