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NU football getting robotic quarterback designed by two grads

The Seeker is proving a popular training tool with college and pro teams

By Jeff Hirsh on February 1, 2021 - 4:02 pm

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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

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Big Ten changes rules — NU to face Ohio State for championship

The Big Ten Conference has given in to big bucks, or rather, big Bucks, as in the Ohio State Buckeyes.

By Jeff Hirsh on December 9, 2020 - 8:34 pm

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Who will NU play for the Big Ten championship?

Northwestern's championship opponent may change as a result of the Ohio State - Michigan cancellation.

By Jeff Hirsh on December 9, 2020 - 7:47 am

Government

How high the hoops?

City staff hope adjustable-height basketball hoops will resolve a conflict about park renovation plans.

By Bill Smith on December 3, 2020 - 10:03 am

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Wildcats defeating toughest rival: COVID-19

Northwestern has an enviable record off the field among Big Ten football teams -- no COVID 19 cases among players so far this season.

By Jeff Hirsh on December 2, 2020 - 3:40 pm

Former ETHS basketball player shot to death

Former Evanston Township High School basketball player Ryan Bost died Monday, reportedly the victim of a shooting incident in Chicago. Bost, 20, reportedly was taken to St. Francis Hospital where

By Bill Smith on November 10, 2020 - 8:29 am

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ETHS: No decision yet on basketball season

The high school basketball season in Evanston is up in the air as a result of rising COVID-19 rates around the state.

By Jeff Hirsh on October 30, 2020 - 10:29 am

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NU football players to wear racial-justice-themed shirts

Conference promotes social justice messaging campaign.

By Jeff Hirsh on October 23, 2020 - 12:40 pm

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NU star ‘followed his heart’ in deciding to play

Northwestern University's best football player was "in limbo" when the Big Ten season was canceled earlier this summer due to the coronavirus. Paddy Fisher, a redshirt senior linebacker, is an

By Jeff Hirsh on October 19, 2020 - 2:25 pm

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Four Wildcats opt out of NU football season

Four Northwestern University football players have decided not to take part in this year's Big Ten season, which begins Oct. 24.

By Jeff Hirsh on October 16, 2020 - 5:01 pm

Sports

NU football opens at night on Oct. 24

The Northwestern Wildcats open their delayed Big Ten football season with a home game on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 6:30 p.m. against Maryland. The Big Ten Network released its schedule

By Jeff Hirsh on October 12, 2020 - 11:50 am

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ETHS girls end with 7th place regional finish

Evanston’s girls fell short with an overall 7th place team finish Wednesday at the Illinois High School Association Class 2A Regional golf tournament held at Winnetka Golf Course.

By Dennis Mahoney on October 9, 2020 - 6:40 am

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Sports

Wagener, Lipman advance to IHSA golf sectional

Jed Curtis is among the head coaches on the Evanston athletic staff who always encourage athletes to play more than one sport.

By Dennis Mahoney on October 9, 2020 - 6:40 am

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Some NU football players to opt out of season

Northwestern University head football coach Pat Fitzgerald today said some NU players will opt-out of the coronavirus-delayed Big Ten season.

By Jeff Hirsh on October 7, 2020 - 6:54 pm

Government

Residents gather for new Crown Center dedication

Evanston residents gathered in brisk fall weather today for the coronavirus-delayed dedication of the new $53 million Robert Crown Community Center.

By Barbara Freeman on October 3, 2020 - 4:36 pm

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