Evanston Mandates COVID-19 Vaccine Or Testing For City Employees

None of the city's four employee unions have yet signed off on the new policy, a first in the Chicago suburbs.

City Of Evanston: City Collector's Office To Return To Civic Center

The Evanston City Collector's Office will reopen to the public at the Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue, on Monday, October 25.

Ex-Evanston HR Chief Pockets Payout To Resign Amid Investigation

After she was put on paid leave pending a sexual misconduct investigation, Jennifer Lin arranged a severance deal with the ex-city manager.

City Of Evanston: Snow Shoveling Assistance Available

The City of Evanston is once again offering its Snow Shoveling Program this winter to connect older adult residents and persons with dis ...

City Of Evanston: City Issues Fall Cleanup Reminders

Additional Fall Street Cleaning The City will conduct additional street cleaning on residential streets in November and December to cle ...

Evanston-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Join Beth Emet for a Virtual Panel Presentation on Reparations.

Register for Reparations: The View from Congress and Evanston, 7 p.m. Thursday, October 14

City Of Evanston: City Releases 2022 Proposed Budget

Evanston Interim City Manager Kelley Gandurski today released the City's 2022 Proposed Budget, which prioritizes community recovery, eco ...

'Racist' Thin Blue Line Flag Display Prompts Library To Apologize

Evanston Public Library staff issued an apology to the community for signage promoting an upcoming program on police reform.

MWRD Commissioner Debra Shore To Lead Chicago EPA Office

The Evanston resident and longtime water district commissioner had the support of U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin.

National Voter Education Week Aims To Prepare Evanston Voters

People in Evanston can follow a five-day process outlined by the voting initiative as it enters its second year.

City Of Evanston: Featured Evanstonian

Claudia was very involved in Rotary International's youth programs growing up. After learning their headquarters were located in Evansto ...

City Of Evanston: Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shots

The City of Evanston will provide eligible individuals with Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 booster shots following updated guidance from the CDC.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Announces $200,000 Grant Supporting Lawrence Hall

The funding is being stewarded by the Equity Fund Taskforce, a diverse 50 member group of stakeholders from local government agencies, n ...

City Of Evanston: First Friday "Fall Fest," October 1

Evanston community members are invited to enjoy fun fall-themed activities for all ages as part of the next "First Friday" community bui ...

Evanston Parks Director Withdraws After Appointment In Michigan

Lawrence Hemingway rescinded his application to become Oakland County parks director before background check results could be considered.

City Of Evanston: Local Reparations Restorative Housing Program

The mobile-friendly application is available online at cityofevanston.org/reparations. The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov ...

Rental Arrears On Rise In Cook County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Cook County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Evanston Reparations Program Applications Open For First Time

Black people who lived in Evanston before 1969 and their descendants can apply for $25,000 grants from the new Restorative Housing Program.

City Of Evanston: Nominations Invited For 'Mayor's Awards For The Arts'

The Evanston Arts Council is seeking nominations for its annual Mayor's Awards for the Arts, which recognize and honor artists or arts o ...

Cook County Government: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Legislators And Advocates Celebrate Signing Of HB 2790

Prior to the law, immigrants in deportation cases were not guaranteed the right to an appointed attorney, as in the case for criminal de ...

Evanston-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Energy Bill Co-Sponsored By Evanston Democrat Gabel Passes House

Senate Bill 2408 puts Illinois on a path to being 100 percent reliant on renewable energy by 2050 and will eliminate carbon-emitting plants.

City Of Evanston: Cooling Centers Open, August 28

With heat index values nearing 100 degrees on Saturday, August 28, the City of Evanston is encouraging residents to take preventive acti ...

Indoor Mask Mandate Issued By Evanston Health Department

Starting Friday, everyone will be required to wear a mask in public indoor spaces in Evanston, regardless of vaccination status.

City Of Evanston: Attend A Restorative Housing Program Informational Session

Restorative Housing Program Informational Sessions are as follows:

City Of Evanston: 'Back To School Back To The Future'

This community-centered, family event will feature games, free food, and resources from over 30 organizations providing programs and ser ...

City Of Evanston: City, Community Partners Host "Back To School Back To The Future" Community Resource Fun Fair On August 21

This community-centered, family event will feature games, free food, and resources from over 30 organizations providing programs and ser ...

City Of Evanston: Storm Cleanup 101

City of Evanston crews work around the clock following severe weather events, including after the recent storm on August 10, to address ...

City Seeks Public Input On Leaf Blower Policy

The Evanston City Council is seeking public input as it considers changes to the City Code impacting the use of leaf blowers.

City Announces End-Of-Season Schedule For Evanston Beaches

Swimming is only available at Clark Street and Lee Street beaches for the remainder of the season.

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss Addresses New Phase Of Pandemic

“We are not yet out of this pandemic, and it’s become clear that we may be dealing with COVID-19 in one form or another for some time.”

City Of Evanston: City Announces End-Of-Season Schedule For Evanston Beaches

On weekdays, beginning Monday, August 16, swimming will only be available at Clark Street and Lee Street beaches for the remainder of th ...

City Of Evanston: Evanston City Council Announces Intent To Appoint Kelley Gandurski As Interim City Manager

The Evanston City Council intends to appoint Deputy City Manager Kelley Gandurski as interim city manager as the City undertakes a commu ...

Kelley Gandurski To Become Interim City Manager In October

Councilmembers are set to name the deputy city manager and former city attorney as interim city manager when Erika Storlie departs Oct. 8.

Census Data Show Evanston Growing 3 Times Faster Than Cook County

Evanston has added more than 3,600 new residents since 2010.

Severance Approved, City Manager Erika Storlie To Resign Oct. 8

The City Council voted 5-4 at Thursday's special meeting to approve a separation agreement with City Manager Erika Storlie.

Confidentiality Clause Changed In Negotiated Resignation Deal

The City Council is set to consider an amended separation agreement with City Manager Erika Storlie Thursday. Here are the changes.

City Of Evanston: Storm Command Update

UPDATE - August 11, 9 a.m. - Approximately 3,200 ComEd customers in Evanston remain without power as of 9 a.m. this morning after severe ...

Cook County Government: Cook County Launches Project Rainbow

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined today by community leaders, tech innovators, cultural institutions, museums, non ...