Zip-Tied Baby Jesus Featured In Evanston Church's Immigration-Themed Nativity Display

The Nativity display makes a comparison between the classic Christmas scene and recent ICE enforcement in the region.

Northwestern To Pay $75M To U.S. Government To Restore Federal Funding

The Trump administration previously cut off $790 million in grants in a standoff that contributed to university layoffs.

Cook County Officials Announce Due Dates For Property Tax Bills After Long Delay

The second installment for 2024 property tax bills will be mailed on Nov. 14 and will be due by Dec. 15.

Video Shows Immigration Agent Punching Restrained Man After Car Collision Turns Into Confrontation

"It is an outrage," Mayor Daniel Biss said. "Our message for ICE is simple: Get the hell out of Evanston."

'No Kings' Goes For Another Round In Evanston

"No Kings" brought millions of protestors out nationwide over the summer and has planned a second series this weekend.

Popeyes Approval Fails At Land Use Commission Meeting, Now It Moves To City Council

The Evanston Land Use Commission will send a negative recommendation to the city council for a proposed Popeyes on Dempster Street.

'We Are In A Dangerous Place': Mayor Biss Criticizes Suspension Of Jimmy Kimmel

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss called the show's suspension a direct threat to free speech in a statement Thursday.

Evanston Joins Coalition To Safeguard Crucial Funding For Infrustructure

If the program was eliminated, critical funding for housing development and local infrastructure projects would be in jeopardy.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren Backs Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss For Congress

Warren praised Biss as, "a fighter for working people who can help deliver the change our country needs."

Evanston Calls Summer Special Meetings To Finalize Envision 2045 Plan

Mayor Daniel Biss called special meetings of the City Council this summer to finalize its new Envision Evanston 2045 plan.

IL 'Shamefully Obstructing' Federal Immigration Laws, Trump Admin Says

DHS has released a list of Illinois "sanctuary jurisdictions defying federal immigration law," prior to a crackdown.

Protest Planned In Evanston To Stand Against 'Would-Be Kings'

The No Kings rally in Evanston is part of a national day of action and mass mobilization that will take place on June 14.

Evanson Mayor Daniel Biss Announces Bid For Congress

Biss is the latest candidate to throw his hat in the ring in the race for representative in Illinois' 9th Congressional District.

Rep. Jan Schakowsky Won't Run In 2026

Longtime representative for the north suburbs Jan Schakowsky announced she won't seek reelection in the 2026 primary.

Rally Planned For May Day In Evanston To Support Workers

"We are demanding a country that puts our families over their fortunes," organizers said

Evanston Dedicates New Lorraine H. Morton City Hall

Evanston's city offices completed the move to downtown at the end of March.

Trump Administration Halts $790M In Funding For Northwestern

It's part of a push to use government funding to get major academic institutions to comply with President Donald Trump's political agenda.

Hands Off 2025 Protest Planned For Saturday In Evanston

The Evanston Hands Off 2025 protest is a part of a nationwide movement opposing recent actions of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump.

Biss Declares Victory After Opponent Concedes Evanston Mayor Race

Incumbent Daniel Biss declared victory in the Evanston Mayoral race after his opponent, Jeff Boarini, conceded Tuesday night.

Evanston Voters Choose Between Incumbent And Newcomer: Election 2025

The consolidated election is set for Tuesday, April 1. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

Evanston Makes History Passing Environmentally Friendly Ordinance

With the Healthy Building Ordinance, Evanston's largest buildings will be required to meet certain sustainability standards.

Evanston Spring Bulk Garbage Pickup Schedule For April

Spring 2025 bulk trash pickups will take place on Fridays, April 4 through 25, and are scheduled according to residents' normal pickup day.

Here Are The Candidates For Evanston City Council, District 65 Board

Evanston's April 1 consolidated election includes multiple candidates for mayor, elementary school board and nearly every City Council ward.

$7 Million Affordable Housing Grant For Evanston Is Largest In Nation

The federal grant is intended to support local efforts to expand housing access and affordability over the next five years.

Evanston Wins $600,000 State Grant For James Park Improvements

State funding will help rebuild the playground, upgrade trails and improve accessibility at James Park, officials announced.

After DUI Arrest, Commissioner Samantha Steele Headed To Court

Evanston Democrat who refused sobriety tests and reportedly tried to flee after drunkenly crashing into parked cars wants to drive again.

Judge Strikes Down Evanston Ranked Choice Voting Referendum

A Cook County judge ruled the “vague, ambiguous, and not self-executing" 2022 referendum conflicts with Illinois election law.

Illinois Dems Divided Over Whether To Restrict Arms Sales To Israel

Durbin backs Bernie Sanders' bid to block some arms transfers, while Duckworth doesn't want to stop weapons sales despite "war crimes."

Drunken Cook County Board Of Review Member Crashes In Chicago: Police

"Is your penis that small​?' Commissioner Samantha Steele, a 45-year-old Evanston Democrat, reportedly asked the officer who arrested her.

9th District Election Results: Jan Schakowsky Defeats Seth Cohen

The Evanston Democrat, 80, fended off a challenge from 27-year-old Skokie Republican Seth Cohen in the 9th Congressional District.

Rep. Jan Schakowsky Shooting For 14th Term In House Against Seth Cohen

The Evanston Democrat, 80, faces Seth Cohen, a 27-year-old Republican veteran and nonprofit co-founder, in the 9th Congressional District.

House Committee Report Faults Northwestern Response To Antisemitism

New congressional report slams Northwestern administrators for “shocking concessions" with protestors, failing to protect Jewish students.

Evanston 2024 Election Guide: What's On the Ballot, What To Know

Evanston voters will determine a few contested statehouse races, pick a new top county prosecutor and weigh in on non-binding referendums.

Evanston 2024 Election Guide: What's On the Ballot, What To Know

Presidential and local candidates alike await Evanston voters as early voting opens at the Civic Center.

$29 Million Harley Clarke Mansion Development Approved By City Council

The long-vacant property is set to become a hotel and event venue with public access under a new 99-year lease with Celadon Construction.

Jan Schakowsky, Challenger Seth Cohen Draw Contrast In Online Forum

The Evanston Democrat and her 14th Republican opponent debated abortion, gun control, taxes and U.S. support for Israel and Ukraine.

Seth Alan Cohen, Republican For Congress: Candidate Questionnaire

The U.S. Marine veteran and first-time candidate is running on a platform of three I's — "inflation, immigration, and Israel."

CTA Purple Line Potential Earns Evanston Nearly $1M in Federal Funding

"Innovative Finance and Asset Concession" grants aim to help local governments form public-private partnerships for asset development.

Marine Veteran Faces 13-Term Congresswoman In Online Candidate Forum

Evanston Democrat Jan Schakowsky and West Rogers Park Republican Seth Cohen will take identical questions from the League of Women Voters.

Evanston Reparations Program Passes $5 Million As City Fends Off Suit

City staff reported that 150 of about 200 local reparations recipients have opted for direct cash payments.