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Extreme Cold Weather Update & Service Changes
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Advisory for the Chicagoland area through Saturday night.
01/23/2026 8:06 AM
Warming Centers Available Thurs. - Sat.
A cold front is expected to enter the area from Thursday evening through Saturday evening. The City has made some of its facilities available as warming centers.
01/21/2026 12:08 PM
Warming Center Hours Available on Monday
The City will offer warming center hours on Monday, January 19, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center, as a cold weather advisory is in effect.
01/18/2026 1:58 PM
City Awarded Silver What Works Cities Certification
Evanston has received the Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities Certification from Results for America for its strong use of data to inform decisions, improve services, and engage residents.
01/15/2026 3:14 PM
MLK Jr. Day Holiday Service Changes
No refuse or recycling collections will occur on Monday, January 19. If the holiday falls on or before your collection day, it is expected that services will be postponed by one day.
01/14/2026 4:35 PM
Celebrate MLK Jr. Day with Community Events
Join the Evanston community for performances, conversations, service opportunities, and tributes honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
01/12/2026 6:01 PM
Capital Improvement Project Roundup
Check out a roundup of some of our completed Capital Improvement Projects in 2025 and a list of projects to watch for in 2026!
01/08/2026 1:07 PM
Evanston Police Warn of Increase in Tap-to-Pay Scams
Be aware of scammers
12/19/2025 1:52 PM
City Announces Holiday Schedules
The City has announced changes in service delivery and facility schedules in recognition of the Christmas and New Year holidays.
12/18/2025 12:52 PM
EPD Responds to CBP Activity, Reaffirms Local Policy
Joint Statement: The Evanston Police Department (EPD) does not coordinate with ICE/CBP.
12/17/2025 3:38 PM
Safety Reminder: Stay Off Lakefront Shelf Ice
The City’s Parks and Recreation Department is reminding community members and visitors to avoid walking on shelf ice that builds up along the lakefront.
12/16/2025 1:45 PM
Holiday Tree Pickup January 5 - 16
Trees will be collected on residents’ regular refuse and recycling pickup day.
12/15/2025 2:45 PM
Evanston Police Launch Citywide Traffic Safety Enforcement Effort
The Evanston Police Department is launching a focused, elevated traffic enforcement campaign to improve roadway and pedestrian safety throughout the city.
12/15/2025 2:40 PM
C.A.R.E. Team Celebrates One Year of Service
Evanston’s C.A.R.E. Team marks one year of compassionate crisis response with nearly 2,000 calls served.
07/29/2025 12:09 PM
Public Review: Environmental Findings
Public Invited to Review Environmental Findings of No Significant Impact Renovation Project at 607 Lake Street
07/28/2025 4:35 PM
Celebrate National Night Out, August 5
Join in for National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a special "Touch-A-Truck" event at Ingraham Park.
07/28/2025 12:05 PM
City joins efforts to save CDBG Program
The City has joined the U.S. Conference of Mayors and a diverse coalition of municipalities from across the nation to safeguard the Community Development Block Grant program.
07/24/2025 9:54 AM
Property tax appeals due August 5
Property owners in Evanston concerned about theirProperty owners in Evanston concerned about their 2025 property tax assessments have until August 5, 2025 to file an appeal with the Cook County Board of Review (BOR). 2025 property tax assessments have until August 5, 2025 to file an appeal with the
07/24/2025 9:50 AM
Reminder: Cooling Centers open during extreme heat
The National Weather Service has advised of a extreme heat advisory.
07/23/2025 7:51 AM
Now Open: 2026/27 Grant Application
The City is now accepting applications for grant funding to support nonprofit organizations providing case management and safety net services.
07/11/2025 2:42 PM