Law signed limiting kids’ social media accessPritzker claims it will limit access to addictive algorithms.dlvr.it
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Take a look inside the new Ryan FieldOn Oct. 2, Ryan Field will host its first game as Northwestern hosts Penn State after two years of construction on the new $875 million stadium on Evanston’s north side.
Walking by the construction site in late July, over one thousand workers are still working on the site, with much still to do before the stadium is ready for show time.dlvr.it
High waves to close beaches through weekendThe National Weather Service has issued a beach hazard statement warning of high waves and dangerous currents from early Saturday morning through Monday morning.
Waves as high as 6 to 9 feet are expected and swimming conditions will be life threatening.dlvr.it
Five-Fifths panel backs home rehab programThe Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee voted Thursday to recommend a proposed home rehab grant program for income-eligible residential properties within the boundaries of the TIF district.
The funding would be available to homeowners whose household income is less than 80% of area median income, and multi-unit rental properties in which a majority of the tenants meet the same income limit.dlvr.it
Listening session for Emerson-Jackson site Aug. 11The first of two expected workshops to gather input on the vacant lots Emerson Street and Jackson Avenue will take place on Aug. 11, Ald. Bobby Burns (5th) said during a virtual ward meeting Thursday.
It will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center, 1823 Church St.dlvr.it
Storm cleanup continuesComEd says fewer than 50 customers in Evanston were without power as of 2 p.m. Thursday afternoon. That’s down from around 6,000 in the hours immediately following Monday afternoon’s severe thunderstorms.
The City of Evanston says several city buildings — including the Levy Center and lakefront facilities that were closed because of storm-related power failures — are back in operation.dlvr.it
National Night Out block partyEvanston community members are invited to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. with a block party outside of Evanston Police Department Headquarters, 1454 Elmwood Ave.
National Night Out is an annual nationwide community-building campaign that promotes public safety, community partnerships, and neighborhood camaraderie to help make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places.dlvr.it
ETHS to move student-built house MondayEvanston Township High School will move a two-story home on Monday beginning at 9 a.m. from the school at 1600 Dodge Ave. to 2120 Darrow Ave.
The Geometry In Construction course at ETHS provides students the opportunity to learn math by building a home, which is then sold as affordable housing. The program is a collaboration between ETHS, the City of Evanston and Community Partners for Affordable Housing.dlvr.it
D65 fills two top-level vacanciesEvanston/Skokie School District 65 has hired a new assistant superintendent of academics, and a new director of schools management.
The administrators will take slots previously held by individuals who resigned in a management exodus which also saw then-Superintendent Angel Turner accept a buyout.dlvr.it
Crane lifts to close 2000 block of RidgeNorthwestern University is upgrading its facility at 2020 Ridge Ave. As part of this project, a crane will be used to install building materials, requiring a temporary closure of Ridge Avenue to vehicular traffic.
These crane lifts are scheduled for Thursday, July 30, with Friday, July 31 as a backup day, to install rooftop equipment at 2020 Ridge Ave.dlvr.it
Rainey says city is ‘not well run’Former 8th Ward Ald. Ann Rainey officially entered the race for mayor of Evanston Tuesday night, launching her campaign from the rooftop restaurant space at Five and Dime on Davis Street downtown to a crowd of about 20 supporters.
In her address, she promised to serve for only the upcoming two-year vacancy created by the pending departure of Mayor Daniel Biss, pitching herself as the experienced candidate who can deliver as a bridge leader.dlvr.it
Police: Evanston Hospital bomb threatEvanston police sealed off the area around Evanston Hospital early this evening after a reported bomb threat and the discovery of a suspicious package outside the hospital building.
The EPD canine unit at the scene on Ridge Avenue. Credit: Jeff Hirsh
Police Cmdr. Ken Carter said the Cook County Bomb Squad was responding to assist with evaluating the package and securing the area.dlvr.it