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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
Free Summer Cycling Education Series
The City, in partnership with the Evanston Public Library, has launched a Summer Cycling Education Series designed to help community members ride bicycles safely and confidently.
07/10/2025 3:21 PM
Independence Day Holiday Hours and Reminders
No refuse collections will occur on Friday, July 4. After Thursday, all collections will be a day behind.
07/02/2025 11:08 AM
West Nile Virus Positive Mosquitoes in Evanston
NSMAD has confirmed Evanston’s first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes of the year, collected on June 23 and confirmed on June 26.
06/27/2025 12:53 PM
Annual “Evanston Recycles” Event, June 28
The City will host its annual "Evanston Recycles" event on Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Evanston Township High School.
06/26/2025 11:03 AM
Celebrate Independence Day in Evanston
This year’s celebration will feature the Association’s family-friendly games in the morning, a Fun Run for kids, an award-winning parade along Central Street in the afternoon, and an evening concert and fireworks display at the lakefront.
06/25/2025 11:28 AM
Hazardous Tree Removal at Ladd Arboretum
Beginning June 30, the City's Forestry Division and Evanston-based Arborgreen Tree Services will begin removing hazardous trees at the Ladd Arboretum.
06/24/2025 2:03 PM
City Council Passes Health Data Protection Ordinance
In response to growing threats to abortion and LGBTQ+ rights nationwide, the City has adopted groundbreaking legislation to protect sensitive health data from misuse and surveillance.
06/24/2025 10:58 AM
Excessive Heat Expected This Weekend
Extreme heat and humidity are expected in the Chicago and Evanston area this weekend and into next week. Community members are encouraged to take advantage of the public cooling centers, take precautions, and check on neighbors.
06/18/2025 3:41 PM
City Announces Juneteenth Holiday Schedule
The City of Evanston has announced facility closures and service schedules for the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, June 19.
06/16/2025 9:56 AM
Provide Input on Draft Plans
The City seeks public comment on the Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Draft 2025 Action Plan, and the Citizen Participation Plan. The public comment period will be open through Monday, July 14, 2025.
06/11/2025 4:07 PM
Honor Juneteenth with a Parade & Celebration
Working in parallel with Evanston Present and Future, the City of Evanston will honor Juneteenth with the 6th Annual Juneteenth Parade and Celebrations on Saturday, June 21.
06/05/2025 4:26 PM
First Fridays Kick Off June 6
First Fridays will take place on June 6 and August 1, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mason Park (Church St. & Florence Ave).
06/03/2025 3:51 PM
Youth Summer Food Program Begins June 9
The City will provide free cold breakfasts and lunches to youth ages 1 to 18 at locations throughout Evanston as part of the Summer Food Program.
06/02/2025 12:38 PM