$75,000 in Cultural Fund Grants Awarded

The Evanston Arts Council is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Cultural Fund Grants, which awarded $75,000 to 32 nonprofit arts organizations that enrich our community's cultural life.

05/29/2025 11:58 AM

City Announces Memorial Day Holiday Schedule

Refuse collection services will not take place on recognized holidays, including Memorial Day, May 26. All waste services will be postponed by one day.

05/22/2025 1:45 PM

City Swimming Beaches Open May 24

The City offers free season beach passes to all residents. Passes are available to households with proof of residency in ZIP codes 60201 or 60202.

05/20/2025 10:16 AM

Watch Mayor Biss' State of the City Address

Mayor Daniel Biss delivered his 2025 State of the City Address on May 14 at Evanston SPACE, introduced by Pastor Monté Dillard of the First Church of God.

05/15/2025 10:56 AM

Call for Nominations: Cultural Heritage Awards

In honor of Historic Preservation Month, the Preservation Commission is pleased to sponsor the second annual citywide Cultural Heritage Awards Program.

05/13/2025 4:16 PM

Mental Health First Aid Training Series

The City is offering free Mental Health First Aid trainings to help residents recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges with confidence and compassion.

05/07/2025 2:26 PM

City to Conduct Cart-Tagging in June and July

Recycling cart-tagging will occur in the Tuesday collection area to help reduce contamination by identifying and tagging unacceptable items.

05/07/2025 11:48 AM

May: "Frontline Worker Appreciation Month"

Spearheaded by Frontline Builders, Evanston joins more than 250 communities across the country to honor our frontline heroes.

05/07/2025 10:28 AM

City Celebrates Drinking Water Week, May 4-10

This annual observance, coordinated by the American Water Works Association, recognizes the vital role clean, safe drinking water plays in our daily lives and honors the dedicated professionals who

05/05/2025 10:38 AM

Cook County Tax Appeal Deadline: May 21

2024 Exemption applications are still being accepted.

05/02/2025 11:41 AM

Meet Ramakant Kharel, Owner of Mt. Everest Restaurant

04/30/2025 10:31 PM

2025 Starlight Series Schedule

Evanston's 2025 Starlight Concert & Movie Series will feature six outdoor concerts and four outdoor movies at park locations throughout the summer.

04/22/2025 2:40 PM

EPD's Crisis Intervention Team Recognized

The Evanston Police Department has been selected as the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board's 2025 Illinois Crisis Intervention Team Department of the Year.

04/17/2025 3:22 PM

Seniors: Apply for Property Tax Exemptions by April 21

Homeowners aged 65 and older are reminded to apply for their property tax exemptions before the April 21 deadline to ensure valuable savings on their upcoming tax bills.

04/17/2025 1:27 PM

City's Launches Recycle Coach Platform

The City has partnered with Recycle Coach to offer more information on waste programming and recycling efforts.

04/16/2025 3:37 PM

Aging Well Expo and Film Night

In celebration of Older Americans Month this May, the City invites community members to its 24th annual Aging Well Expo, featuring two free events: Aging Well Film Night on May 1 and the Aging Well Expo on May 9.

04/16/2025 1:27 PM

Celebrate Earth Day in Evanston

Enjoy a weekend full of eco-friendly fun and community action!

04/15/2025 2:21 PM

Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market Returns May 3

The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market returns for its 50th season on Saturday, May 3, welcoming the community to shop local, eat fresh, and celebrate half a century of Evanston tradition.

04/15/2025 12:28 PM

Newly Elected Council Members to be Sworn In on April 28

The newly elected members of the City Council will be formally sworn into office on April 28.

04/14/2025 3:43 PM

Cook County Board Honors Evanston Police Chief Schenita Stewart for Historic Leadership

The Cook County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution honoring Evanston Police Chief Schenita Stewart.

04/11/2025 11:48 AM