Teen swimmer dies after being pulled from Lake Michigan in Evanston

A 17-year-old boy died after he was pulled from Lake Michigan near Lighthouse Beach on Wednesday night after going underwater near the beach’s break wall.

Northwestern University eliminates more than 400 jobs to close budget gap

Northwestern University says it will cut about 400 jobs, including layoffs, to close its budget gap amid 'mounting financial pressures.'

Decades after signing off, 96-year-old former news anchor is internet famous

Barbara Boyd may have retired from television more than two decades ago, but the 96-year-old former journalist is once again making headlines — this time on social media.

Decades after signing off, 96-year-old former news anchor is internet famous
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Barbara Boyd may have retired from television more than two decades ago, but the 96-year-old former journalist is once again making headlines ? this time on social media.

Suspect arrested in Evanston shooting, police say

A suspect has been charged in connection with a May 12 shooting in Evanston, police said.

Steve Carell to deliver Northwestern commencement address

Actor and comedian Steve Carell will deliver the commencement address at Northwestern University’s 167th annual graduation ceremony, the university announced Wednesday.

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.