Best places to live in Illinois revealed in new ranking

U.S. News & World Report released a list of the best places to live in Illinois, a ranking of 22 cities evaluated for quality of life, value, desirability, job market strength and migration trends.

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss announces run for Congress

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss on Thursday announced his candidacy for Illinois' 9th Congressional District, entering the race to replace longtime Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who is not seeking reelection.

Northwestern faces new federal investigation over reported treatment of Jewish students
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Northwestern University is now under a new federal investigation, this time by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, over allegations it failed to protect Jewish students during and after protests on campus in recent years.

Pope Leo XIV cookies are flying off the shelves at a Chicago-area bakery | ChicagoNOW
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Bennison?s Bakery, in Evanston, Illinois, is selling cookies adorned with a photo of Pope Leo XIV. Baker Phoebe Casey says, ?People are obsessed.? ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Trump administration investigates Evanston-Skokie school district amid reports of 'antiracist training'

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has launched an investigation into an Illinois school district based on a teacher's allegations of racial segregation practices, according to a press release.

Steve Rashid brings jazz and more to Studio5
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Emmy-winning jazz composer Steve Rashid is bringing his original music to the stage at Studio5 in Evanston and he?s getting a little help from some very talented family members.

'Antisemitic' vandalism found on Northwestern's campus during Passover: officials

Northwestern University officials are condemning a series of "antisemitic" acts after hateful graffiti and fliers were found on campus Monday morning during the Jewish holiday Passover.