January 2021 - Page 2 of 9 - Evanston Now

Key questions for 8th Ward candidates

Evanston Now asked the candidates for 8th Ward alderman to respond to questions about several key issues in the city. Here are the responses we got.

By Jeff Hirsh on January 28, 2021 - 9:25 am

Education

NU: Students, staff likely face long wait for vaccinations

It may take several months just to get people in category 1b vaccinated, school official says.

By Jeff Hirsh on January 27, 2021 - 7:24 pm

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Education

Parents group pushes ETHS to reopen classrooms

A community group that pushed District 65 to set a date for in-person classes has launched a similar campaign to reopen Evanston Township High School. The "Coalition to Reopen District

By Jeff Hirsh on January 27, 2021 - 6:56 pm

Sports

Fitzgerald extends contract as NU coach through 2030

Northwestern University today announced that the school has agreed to a contract with Head Football Coach Pat Fitzgerald that will keep him coaching the Wildcats through the 2030 season.

By Bill Smith on January 27, 2021 - 4:06 pm

Government

25 new COVID cases here, 3,751 statewide

Evanston case count is highest in nearly two weeks. Daily positive rate here rises to 6.3%. Pace of vaccinations increases statewide.

By Bill Smith on January 27, 2021 - 3:49 pm

Government

Key questions for 4th Ward candidates

Evanston Now asked the candidates for 4th Ward alderman to respond to questions about several key issues in the city. Here are the responses we got.

By Jeff Hirsh on January 27, 2021 - 11:01 am

Education

School elections: Why some are hot, others not

In search of an explanation for the packed race in one Evanston school district while the other lacks enough candidates to fill the ballot.

By Jeff Hirsh on January 26, 2021 - 5:47 pm

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City says: ‘Please’ follow snow parking rules

Voluntary snow parking restrictions will be in effect through Thursday in Evanston — with six inches of snow fallen so far and up to two more inches expected overnight.

By Bill Smith on January 26, 2021 - 3:54 pm

Government

Nine new COVID cases here and one more death

Seven-day positive rate in Evanston now 0.9%. Chicago region also sees declining positive rates. Vaccine distribution still greatly lags demand.

By Bill Smith on January 26, 2021 - 3:27 pm

Catalytic converters stolen at Presbyterian Homes

Theft occurred between Wednesday and yesterday at senior living facility

By Charles Bartling on January 26, 2021 - 3:04 pm

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Government

‘Rainy day fund’ resolution barely passes

Evanston aldermen managed to just barely pass a resolution Monday night promising to do better about building up the city's general fund reserves.

By Bill Smith on January 26, 2021 - 10:44 am

Education

D65 leaders thank teachers for agreeing on in-person school

Deal here contrasts with clashes over reopening in Chicago.

By Jeff Hirsh on January 26, 2021 - 6:54 am

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City asks for voluntary parking limits

Evanston city officials are asking residents to voluntarily follow parking restrictions during and after tonight's snow storm.

By Bill Smith on January 25, 2021 - 7:35 pm

Government

Recap: City Council

Here's a recap of our live coverage of this evening's Evanston City Council meeting.

By Bill Smith on January 25, 2021 - 6:58 pm

Business

Orrington reopening delayed — hotel outlook remains grim

Reopening of the Hilton Orrington hotel in downtown Evanston has been delayed, and there are now questions about the long-term ownership and operation of the property.

By Jeff Hirsh on January 25, 2021 - 6:16 pm

Government

Recap: Planning and Development Committee

Here's a recap of our live coverage of this evening's Evanston City Council Planning and Development Committee meeting.

By Bill Smith on January 25, 2021 - 6:01 pm

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